Former lawyer Lise Roulund disappointed by license revocation, appeals to court

The Disciplinary Board for Lawyers' decision to strip Lise Roulund of her license marks a significant blow, particularly as she expresses profound disappointment and vows to fight the ruling. Her immediate appeal to the city court underscores her determination to clear her name, asserting her belief in an ongoing police investigation that she expects will exonerate her.

Roulund's defense hinges on her claim that she is actively participating in and supporting the police investigation, aiming for the truth to emerge. This stance contrasts sharply with the Disciplinary Board's findings, which cite repeated and egregious breaches of her professional obligations. The board's conclusion, influenced by evidence presented in the TV 2 documentary 'Den sorte svane,' points to Roulund's alleged facilitation of financial crimes through her client account, handling millions of kroner in transactions for various companies.

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Jeg er skuffet over, at Advokatnævnet tror på alt, hvad de har set i TV 2's "Den sorte svane", der har til formål at underholde og forarge.

The board's judgment highlights Roulund's actions, including transferring funds and paying invoices under instruction without adequate control, suggesting she should have recognized the potential for aiding violations of money laundering and tax laws. Furthermore, the disclosure of sensitive case material from a concluded criminal case adds another layer to the accusations. Despite Roulund's claims of facing threats, the board maintained its decision, leading to her voluntary deposition of her legal license in July 2024.

This case is particularly resonant in Denmark, where transparency and accountability in the legal profession are paramount. The involvement of a high-profile documentary like 'Den sorte svane' brings public scrutiny to bear on such proceedings. Roulund's situation, now also entangled with a money laundering investigation by the National unit for Special Crime (NSK), raises critical questions about the intersection of legal practice, financial crime, and media exposure. Her insistence on innocence, despite the board's verdict and ongoing criminal proceedings, sets the stage for a potentially contentious legal battle.

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Der pågår en politiefterforskning, som jeg aktivt deltager i og støtter. Jeg ønsker, at sandheden skal frem, og forventer at blive frikendt.