Bird Marella is frequently retained to conduct internal investigations for clients involved in government contracting, healthcare, technology, aerospace, financial services, education and a host of other industries.
Overview
We represent top executives and corporate officers, as well as corporations and special committees, in investigations commonly triggered by government scrutiny, civil litigation or whistle blowers. Our attorneys are fully conversant in the endgame liabilities – including criminal charges and high stakes litigation and effectively guide investigations to best protect our clients’ interests.
Investigations Led By White Collar Criminal Defense Lawyers
Several of our attorneys are former Assistant United States Attorneys and are widely respected federal trial attorneys in complex commercial litigation and white collar criminal defense. Our prosecutorial backgrounds have proven particularly effective when negotiating with the government. We have successfully represented our clients in investigations involving:
- United States Department of Justice
- United States Department of Commerce
- United States Department of the Treasury
- United States Department of Homeland Security
- United States Department of State
- U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
- Internal Revenue Service
- Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Naval Criminal Investigative Services
Bird Marella attorneys investigate efficiently, meticulously and discreetly, while preserving clients’ relationships with valued employees and business partners. Investigations include appropriate levels of inquiry, interviews and document review. We may identify red flags, examine the suitability of voluntary disclosures, and consider the need for separate counsel for related individuals.
Our post-investigation reports carry great weight with government investigators and finders of fact, while also delivering critical assurances to clients. Numerous investigations have concluded with non-prosecution decisions by the government, as well as recommended legal frameworks for changes in operational practices and procedures.