Internal investigations and compliance audits are essential tools for proactively identifying risk, responding to incidents, and demonstrating good faith compliance. However, when mishandled, they can create significant legal exposure. This masterclass equips participants with a comprehensive, attorney-led framework for conducting privileged compliance audits and internal investigations that withstand scrutiny from regulators, plaintiffs’ counsel, and internal stakeholders.
Through practical instruction and real-world examples, attendees learn how to navigate sensitive observations and/or allegations, preserve attorney–client privilege and work product protections, manage interviews and evidence collection, coordinate across legal and operational teams, and deliver credible findings and recommendations that reinforce organizational integrity.
For more information about the Audits and Internal Investigations Masterclass, contact CMC Partner Beeta B. Lashkari or complete the form below.
What You Will Learn
- Strategic insight into why privileged audits and internal investigations matter, from business continuity to legal risk mitigation
- Clear criteria for determining when a privileged audit or internal investigation is warranted and how to apply a defensible decision-making framework
- Analysis of the costs, benefits, and risks associated with conducting (or not conducting) a privileged audit or internal investigation
- Privilege preservation guidance covering attorney-client privilege, attorney work product, and common pitfalls to avoid
- Special scenario training for handling safety and health incidents, whistleblower allegations, sexual harassment complaints, and compliance-driven audits
- A step-by-step framework for planning, scoping, interviewing, collecting data, and identifying root causes
- Post-audit/investigation direction on reporting results, implementing remedial measures, and determining when disclosures are appropriate
- Practical dos and don’ts that help ensure audits and investigations remain privileged and defensible
What You Will Take Home
In conjunction with the masterclass, we deliver to your team an Internal Investigations and Audits Resource Manual, which includes the slides from the training, a recording of the program, and the following tools and templates that we have developed:
- Attorney-Client Privileged Incident Investigation Report
- Privileged Witness Interview Form
- Investigation Tracker
- Practical Guide on Maintaining Privilege
Other OSHA-Related Training Programs
Professionals who have participated in our Internal Investigations and Audits Masterclass have found it a valuable prerequisite for the following deep-dive OSHA training programs:
Disclaimer
Participation in this masterclass and any accompanying materials or discussions is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Attendance at or access to this program does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and Conn Maciel Carey LLP.