Loyal to a Fault? Ethical Concerns When Navigating Investigations as In-House Counsel

A General Counsel’s loyalty to their organization’s best interest can be a complicated dynamic on the best of days, but even more so when dealing with potential misdeeds and investigations. There are myriad things a General Counsel needs to consider when approaching an investigation, both external and internal, and particularly from an ethics perspective. In this session, we will discuss:

Recognizing potential conflicts that may arise during an investigation
Identifying common pitfalls to look out for
Communicating effectively with all parties involved
Strategies for keeping ethics at the forefront of your approach

Other Speakers

Sandy Grimm, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary, Southeastern Grocers
Beth Hanson, Vice President & General Counsel, Greenworks Tools
MaryAnn Kanary, Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer, Barton Malow Holdings LLC