Hitesh Patel has 30 years of cross-sector international experience investigating fraud, misconduct and regulatory non-compliance. He provides litigation support and undertakes third-party management.

Mr. Patel is also actively assisting multinational organizations with design and implementing effective prevention and detection strategies related to fraud, misconduct, threat management, and regulatory compliance including AML/CTF and sanctions.

A significant element of Mr. Patel’s work has been in alliance with General Counsel’s office and/or external legal advisers in support of disciplinary, civil, criminal, or regulatory action.

Over the course of his career, Mr. Patel has led numerous assignments focusing on complex multi-jurisdictional issues including bribery and corruption, financial misrepresentation, money laundering and sanctions, market abuse, cyber fraud, employee misconduct, procurement fraud, theft of intellectual property, and third-party risk.

His work routinely involves applying forensic technology and advanced data analytic capabilities to protect his clients’ commercial interests.

Mr. Patel’s experience extends across a broad range of industries, including pharmaceutical and life science, oil & gas, telco, defense, banking, legal, engineering, media, leisure and tourism, food and drink, manufacturing and distribution, private equity, insurance, and public sector clients.

He has been a regular commentator in the media and has written numerous articles on topical matters regarding white-collar crime. Mr. Patel has co-authored books on the subject, including “Managing Risk and Resolving Crisis” for the Financial Times and “Criminal Investigations” guide for Tolley’s Guide on Accountancy and Litigation Support.