Overview of Services

VF&N’s internal investigations attorneys conduct complex and often sensitive investigations for companies, governmental entities, boards, and committees. Our attorneys uncover the relevant facts, determine potential exposure, and strive to help reduce collateral damage, retain customers, limit sanctions by regulatory agencies, and return our clients to normal as soon as possible.

When experience matters most, choose the Virginia investigations lawyers at VF&N. Our internal investigations team comprises seasoned litigators, former prosecutors, an award-winning employment lawyer, and town and city attorneys, all under one roof. We can provide comprehensive support throughout the process and decades of institutional insight.

Proactive Compliance Investigations

Organizations can best defend against possible future sanctions by developing and periodically auditing their internal procedures. Programs and policies can often be left untouched for years leaving gaps and deficiencies. Periodic audits, or compliance investigations, are an essential and practical component of defense against future criminal indictments, civil enforcement proceedings, or whistleblowing.

Our Virginia Investigations Lawyers Can Help In Response to a Charge or Complaint

Organizations are under increasing pressure to self-report corporate wrongdoing. A competent internal investigation of the alleged misconduct can be the difference between a PR nightmare and successfully addressing and navigating the issue. Download the “When is an investigation warranted? The decision-making process” brochure to the right as a starting resource.

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Services Include:

Allegations and regulatory enforcement efforts of executive and manager improprieties and misconduct Breach of fiduciary duties Computer crimes Discrimination, sexual harassment, and other unlawful employment practices Employee misconduct Financial improprieties Fraud and embezzlement Government contracting fraud and misconduct Law enforcement misconduct Theft or misuse of trade secrets and confidential information

Testimonials

"Kris, Thank you for the incredibly thorough and professional job you did conducting our investigation. We felt like our case was your priority …. The care you took to make our employees feel comfortable was appreciated. We feel confident in the decisions we made based on your findings and professional recommendations which you helped us discern through conversation."

QMT Associates, Inc.

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