Uncovering the Facts. Protecting Your Interests.

When a company suspects internal wrongdoing — or faces the prospect of external scrutiny — a well-executed internal investigation can be the difference between a manageable situation and an existential crisis. Our White Collar Criminal Defense & Government Investigations team has deep experience conducting thorough, confidential internal investigations that give clients the facts they need to make smart, strategic decisions.

Our attorneys understand that an internal investigation is not a one-size-fits-all exercise. The scope, approach and urgency of every investigation depend on the specific circumstances — whether the investigation is prompted by a whistleblower complaint, a regulatory inquiry, suspicious activity identified through internal compliance reporting or a proactive effort to assess organizational risk. We tailor every investigation to the client's needs, balancing thoroughness with efficiency and always keeping the company's commercial interests at the forefront.

We know how to handle sensitive matters with discretion. Our team conducts witness interviews, collects and reviews documents, analyzes financial records and evaluates electronic data — all while carefully preserving legal privileges and minimizing disruption to your business operations. When digital forensics are required, we deploy advanced tools and techniques to uncover evidence that might otherwise go undetected.

A critical part of any internal investigation is understanding where it might lead. Our attorneys approach every investigation with an eye toward potential government enforcement actions, regulatory consequences and civil litigation. Because many of our team members are former federal prosecutors and regulators, they understand how the government evaluates the results of internal investigations — and how to position the findings in a way that best protects the client. Whether the situation calls for voluntary self-disclosure, remedial action or a vigorous defense, we help clients chart the right course.

We also help clients turn investigation findings into lasting improvements. Our attorneys work with companies to identify the root causes of compliance failures, implement targeted remedial measures, enhance internal controls and strengthen compliance programs to reduce the risk of future issues. This forward-looking approach not only addresses the immediate problem but demonstrates to regulators and enforcement agencies that the organization takes compliance seriously.

As a national firm, we have the resources to handle investigations of any size and complexity. We can mobilize teams across offices to manage large-scale document reviews, coordinate multi-jurisdictional inquiries and respond to tight government deadlines. Our ability to bring cross-disciplinary knowledge to bear — drawing on colleagues in securities, health care, environmental law, financial services and other regulated industries — means clients get the full picture, not just a legal analysis in a vacuum.