Corporate Crime & Investigations

We understand criminal procedure.  Most large commercial law firms do not.  We will guide you through the daunting criminal legal process with clear and pragmatic advice, a forward-looking approach and a strong plan to ensure you feel in control and well informed at every stage.

Investigations can result in serious consequences.  Our cross-functional teams will deliver a seamless service addressing your legal, regulatory, commercial and disciplinary risks.  Acting in such complex and sensitive matters requires more than an understanding of the legal issues.  Lavan’s guidance can extend from managing a crisis to dealing with enforcement and regulatory bodies, dealing with government bodies, dealing managing media scrutiny, protecting your data and privacy and assisting with insurance and employment issues.

We have unmatched relationships with the regulators and criminal prosecutors.  We know and understand the expectations of the regulators and understand the criminal procedure.  We have worked closely with regulators, whether acting on their behalf or representing the interests of individuals or organisations they are investigating.  As a result, we can pick up the phone at any time to help you resolve an issue or concern with them.  We offer a multi-faceted approach addressing all legal, regulatory, commercial and disciplinary issues.

With specific regard to ASIC, our understanding of both the Corporations Act and the ASIC Act means we are uniquely positioned to assist you understand the combined breadth of their powers under both Acts.  We can also represent you during the progress of any ASIC investigation and prosecution and advise you on your obligations to deliver any documents and other information to ASIC.