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Criminal law and victims' rights

Police custody, criminal prosecution, investigation, trial, or victim compensation: our attorneys support you at every stage of criminal proceedings to defend your rights, whether acting as defense counsel or representing victims.

Our lawyers' skills

Our lawyers' skills

We are involved in all stages of criminal proceedings, from investigation to enforcement of sentences. Our attorneys defend those accused of crimes and assist victims in obtaining recognition of the facts and compensation for their losses, with rigor and commitment.

Police custody & interrogations
Police custody & interrogations
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Police custody & interrogations

We intervene as soon as you are taken into custody to ensure that the procedure is conducted properly, prepare for hearings, and advise you on what statements to make or not to make.

Objective: to secure the initial stages, which are often decisive for the rest of the case.

Police and criminal court
Police and criminal court
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Police and criminal court

We take care of the entire case preparation process: analysis of documents, drafting of observations, requests for documents, pleadings. We act on behalf of the defense or victims in all types of crimes and misdemeanors.

Criminal court & criminal division
Criminal court & criminal division
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Criminal court & criminal division

We defend you in criminal proceedings: preparing the case file, communicating with experts, hearings, trial strategy.

Comprehensive handling of complex cases, from investigation to trial.

Investigation & judge responsible for liberty and detention
Investigation & judge responsible for liberty and detention
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Investigation & judge responsible for liberty and detention

We follow the investigation at every stage: indictment, requests for legal proceedings, judicial reviews.

Attendance at hearings before the liberty and detention judge to avoid or limit detention measures and ensure respect for the rights of the defense.

Enforcement and adjustment of sentences
Enforcement and adjustment of sentences
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Enforcement and adjustment of sentences

After sentencing, we prepare and submit your requests for adjustments: parole, day release, electronic tagging.

A detailed analysis of your situation to determine the most appropriate measure.

Victim advocacy & compensation (CIVI/SARVI)
Victim advocacy & compensation (CIVI/SARVI)
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Victim advocacy & compensation (CIVI/SARVI)

We support victims at every stage of the criminal proceedings: filing a complaint, bringing a civil action, representing them at the hearing, and following the case through to the judgment.

We assess all damages and handle the compensation process, particularly before the CIVI or SARVI, in conjunction with the insurers and organizations concerned.

Our intervention aims to ensure that the facts are acknowledged and that the compensation obtained is effectively paid.

Our awards

Our lawyers and consultants are recognized for their expertise and the quality of the relationships they cultivate with our clients.

Fastest-growing firm in the Top 150
Fastest-growing firm in the Top 150
Décideurs juridiques - 2024
Great Place To Work
Great Place To Work
Ranked as the 2nd best company to work for in France - 2025
Cabinet of the year
Cabinet of the year
Le Monde du Droit - 2024

OUR LAWYERS

Benjamin Jegou
Benjamin Jegou
Partner
Béziers

Testimonials

They trusted us — and their stories speak for themselves.

Police custody & interrogations
Police and criminal court
Criminal court & criminal division
Investigation & judge responsible for liberty and detention
Enforcement and adjustment of sentences
Victim advocacy & compensation (CIVI/SARVI)

Frequently Asked
Questions

When can you hire a criminal lawyer?

A lawyer can be involved from the very beginning of proceedings, particularly during police custody or questioning.
Acting early allows you to check that the procedure is being followed correctly, prepare statements, and secure steps that are often decisive for the rest of the case.

Do you appear before all criminal courts?

Yes. We appear before the police court, the criminal court, the criminal division, and the assize court.
Each case is thoroughly prepared, from the analysis of the evidence to the closing arguments, both in defense and on behalf of the victims.

What is the role of the lawyer during criminal investigations?

The lawyer follows the proceedings at every stage: indictment, requests for legal action, expert reports, and judicial reviews.
He also appears before the judge responsible for liberty and detention matters in order to challenge or adjust measures involving deprivation of liberty.

Can you receive support after a criminal conviction?

Yes. Support continues after sentencing to request appropriate adjustments to the sentence: parole, day release, or electronic tagging.
A detailed analysis of the case file enables us to submit solid and admissible requests.

How are victims supported during criminal proceedings?

Victims can receive assistance as soon as they file a complaint, when they bring a civil action, and at the hearing.
The lawyer assesses the damages and handles the compensation process, particularly before the CIVI or SARVI, until the decisions are effectively enforced.

Do you have any further questions?

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