Forensic and Investigation Services
The Forensic and Investigation team are highly
skilled at conducting the investigation and resolution of issues or
internal reviews which require establishing the facts, whether
these be complex and/or contentious disputes or employee matters.
The team is backed by the breadth of our technical and sector
experience as well as the capability and reach of the
Grant Thornton International
network.
Typical investigations the team would conduct are as
follows:
Corruption - We are experienced in dealing with
corruption issues including investigations instigated by the US
Department of Justice (DOJ) or the Securities Exchange Commission
(SEC) under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). We work with
our US colleagues on such cases and also utilise our global
forensic presence in over 30 countries. We advise clients on
proactive corruption risk management strategies including
anti-corruption training.
Click here to read our latest
Anti-Corruption Survey 2010
Corporate - We can help address the full range
of concerns from suspicions of fraud
(including whistle blowing) to formal investigation and litigation.
We have a formidable track record of working with corporates, their
advisors, insurers, law enforcement agencies, and regulators. Our
specialists combine forensic and business expertise with insight
into the workings, perceptions and needs of businesses, advisers
and enforcement agencies.
Advisory - Our investigation experts can assist
in a wide range of non-financial matters. We can help an
organisation maintain the highest standards of governance and
ethical behaviour. We also perform reviews for clients where there
are no suspicions of any nature but where our forensic skill sets
are critical in establishing facts. Our Digital Forensics Group has experience of
assisting investigations into allegations of employee
harassment and bullying, as well as internet and e-mail misuse. We
provide advice and assistance on ethical standards, governance,
codes of conduct and compliance with regulations to organisations
in the private and public sector.
Regulatory - We can provide expert assistance
to manage regulatory and compliance investigations. We have
experience of working with organisations in complying with the
requirements of regulators, including the Financial Services
Authority (FSA) and the Competition Commission. Our experts
have experience in advising a wide range of regulated businesses
operating in the UK and overseas and work closely with our
colleagues in the Financial Services
Group.
Public sector - Much of our work in the Public
Sector is project based, often helping departments assess their
fraud risks around new programmes. We are also experienced in
helping local authorities, charities and not-for-profit
organisations address problems involving fraud and/or other
employee issues.
For more information, please contact Hossein Hamadeni or Sterl
Greenhalgh.