Mary Hansen

May 20, 2019 | National Law Journal

While noting that DOJ does not use a “rigid formula” to assess the effectiveness of a company's compliance program, the guidance document lays out three “fundamental questions” that a prosecutor should answer.

By Mary Hansen and Peter Baldwin

5 minute read

January 25, 2019 | Corporate Counsel

The decision to conduct an internal investigation is frequently driven by an unexpected event that imposes risk to a company. A shareholder composes a demand letter alleging breaches of fiduciary duty by the board of directors.

By Mary Hansen and Stephen G. Stroup

9 minute read

December 27, 2018 | Corporate Counsel

Given the potential advantages from a well-conducted internal investigation, it is crucial for a company to avoid missteps at the outset that could undercut the investigation's ultimate value. This article focuses on three fundamental questions pertaining to the structure of an investigation that a company must resolve before it commences.

By Mary Hansen and Stephen G. Stroup

9 minute read