compliance & internal investigations
Schoenherr's experts advise in compliance issues and internal investigations across all industries, with tailor-made solutions.
compliance
At Schoenherr we are experienced in providing compliance advice in various industries. We conduct risk analyses of the respective corporate areas and pro-vide support with the implementation of individual, tailor-made compliance programmes, including preventative measures, handling of compliance issues as well as remediating such issues by adapting the compliance systems.
We advise clients on technology solutions to help them run effective programmes (including our own App) and take administrative burdens off the shoulders of compliance teams. We assist clients in complying with obligations under relevant EU directives (such as the whistleblowing directive) and corresponding national laws.
internal investigations
Should violations of compliance rules be investigated, we offer solutions tailored to the issue at stake and the industry concerned. We have significant experience in investigating all corporate crimes, violations of anti-trust rules, confidential information leaks, tax evasion and breach of legal duties.
Over the past few years we have conducted (internal) investigations in the following sectors: financial services, healthcare & life sciences, manufacturing, construction, and oil & gas.
our services
compliance
- designing compliance management systems, including guidelines, codes of ethics, work instructions, class-room trainings, certifications and documentation
- assisting in the introduction and operation of whistleblowing hotlines
- auditing and keeping compliance management systems up-to-date and responsive to actual business risks
- technical tools and smartphone application to assist in the running of a compliance management system.
internal investigations
- planning and execution of internal investigations, including forging amnesty programmes to help with the gathering of information.
- advising on next steps based on the results of an investigation, including internal disciplinary measures, possible external reporting and remediation.
- assisting with communication and PR, both internally and externally
- asset recovery, enforcement of receivables and damage claims, as well as defence before courts and authorities.
news
Must whistleblowers conduct their own investigations before reporting?
With the Whistleblowing Directive (Directive (EU) 2019/1937) of 23 October 2019, the EU has created a legal framework for whistleblowers. The Directive provides rules for internal and external reporting as well as measures to protect whistleblowers.
Plea bargaining: a new trend in European criminal proceedings
The originally Anglo-American common law concept of plea bargaining has become a phenomenon within a number of European civil law countries in recent decades.
know-how
Internal Investigations Guide
Internal investigations in companies have become an important aspect of companies’ and corporations’ compliance frameworks, be it in response to an internal or external tip-off, or as part of regulatory scrutiny.
compliance & internal investigations events
Take a look at our latest workshops, seminars and webinars, covering actual topics in the field of compliance & internal investigations.
technical solutions
Dawn Raid Management App
Together with safeREACH, Schoenherr has launched the Dawn Raid Management App – a legal tech solution for clients to ensure a controlled process in the event of a dawn raid.
All-in-One Whistleblowing Solution
EU Whistleblowing Directive: As of 17.12.2021, companies with 250 or more employees must implement a reporting system. As a one-stop-shop, Schoenherr takes over the entire process, from the tip of the iceberg to the foundation: legal advice, support with the technical implementation, organization of an ombudsperson as well as implementation in your company.
team
our team
Schoenherr's compliance & internal investigations experts are experienced in handling complex matters in various sectors.