How to Conduct an Internal Investigation

Real-life scenarios occur daily in companies of all sizes and in a wide variety of industries that may trigger the need for an internal investigation of some sort. As soon as an allegation comes to light, important decisions need to be made about whether to conduct an investigation, who the investigators should be, and the goals and parameters of the investigation. The nature and scope of the investigation may vary depending on, among other things, the corporation, entity, or individual under investigation, the specific allegations, the applicable law, and the government’s policies and priorities. The panelists discuss best practices and key considerations for in-house and outside counsel, as well as senior management, and officers and directors charged with navigating these nuanced and complex situations.