Podcast: Compliance Podcast Network – 10 Core Principles for Effective Internal Investigations

Michelle Peirce was featured on the award-winning podcast, The Compliance Podcast Network, the longest-running podcast in the compliance field. She shared the most important principles she focuses on when conducting internal investigations in both civil and criminal matters.

In particular, Michelle discusses her recent article, 10 Core Principles Common to Internal Investigations, offering practical guidance on conducting effective and defensible investigations. She covers key considerations such as defining the purpose of an investigation, preserving privilege, the importance of an engagement letter, weighing written reports versus verbal summaries, and managing billing and internal communications. Drawing from her experience as a former special assistant district attorney, Michelle also addresses evolving DOJ expectations around self-disclosure. The conversation provides valuable insights for legal and compliance professionals navigating complex internal matters.

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