231/01 Model

Trevisan & Cuonzo assists clients in developing and implementing an effective Model 231 that is tailored to their specific business activities and risk profile.

Legislative Decree 231/01 introduced the principle of corporate liability for certain criminal offences committed in the interest or to the advantage of a company. The so-called Model 231 is an organizational document that sets out a series of internal procedures and controls designed to prevent the commission of such offences during the company’s operations.

By adopting a compliant Model 231, companies can not only minimize the risk of unlawful conduct, but also benefit from a significant limitation of liability and potential sanctions.

Our team also supports clients in providing training, establishing oversight bodies, and regularly updating the model to ensure ongoing effectiveness and alignment with legal developments, thereby helping companies to safeguard their reputation and avoid the severe consequences associated with non-compliance.

Recent notable cases:

  • Assisting a global manufacturer of lifting and material processing products in the drafting of a model pursuant to the Legislative Decree n. 231/2001 on the administrative liability of legal entities
  • Assisting a sliding door manufacturer in the implementation, approval and drafting of a model pursuant to Legislative Decree 231
  • Assisting a major player in the Italian market active in the production of spray can dispensing systems in the implementation, approval and drafting of a model pursuant to Legislative Decree 231
  • Assistance to a major client operating in the electric motor sector in updating the model pursuant to Legislative Decree 231

Client-oriented and responsive

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