Désirée Maier

Désirée advises national and international clients from various industries, in particular the life sciences industry, on all issues of compliance. One focus of her work lies in the set-up and management of internal compliance investigations. She has particular experience in conducting cross-border compliance investigations, understanding the different requirements from local law, US or UK law.

In addition, Désirée also advises clients on the establishment and enforcement of global compliance systems. Moreover, she has expertise in supporting clients in the defense against criminal law charges and providing advice on recovery issues in relation to claims arising from compliance matters.

During her legal training at the Higher Regional Court Munich between 2010 and 2012, Désirée worked inter alia at the District Court of Augsburg and the Public Prosecutor's Office of Augsburg. She also worked in the EU Compliance department of the global IT services subsidiary of a leading German DAX 30 IT company.

Désirée is also a lecturer for a certificate course for compliance officers (Univ.) at the University of Augsburg.