Investigations

In many cases, management in a company or authority may find the need to initiate an investigation into one or more aspects of the organization. This need may arise due to suspicion of criminal or other unacceptable behavior, stemming from a whistleblower report, public debate, or similar circumstances. We assist our clients in conducting legal investigations and provide guidance to those wishing to undertake internal inquiries within their organization.

In recent years, legal investigations have become a more widely used legal tool. However, the decision to initiate a legal investigation is not without risks and places significant demands on the organization throughout the various phases of the investigation. As legal investigations are typically unfamiliar territory for management, it is crucial to be guided safely and professionally through the process.

Over the years, Plesner has built a strong foundation for conducting investigations, enabling us to assist with all aspects of an investigation.

Plesner's Investigation team is trained in project management and governance, and our work with legal investigations always adheres to Plesner's best practices, complementing the Danish Bar and Law Society's guidance on legal investigations. This ensures high professionalism, impartiality, and respect for the legal rights of all involved parties. We work closely with the firm's specialist departments, ensuring high quality and interdisciplinary collaboration in the investigation, incorporating relevant regulations within the relevant legal area(s) at hand.

Some investigations naturally occur concurrently with police or other authorities examining the matters under investigation. In such cases, Plesner assists with parallel dialogue with the authorities, representing our clients in any subsequent regulatory proceedings.