Suspicions or allegations of corporate misdeeds and litigation can cause tremendous harm and disruption to any organization. At Secretariat, our seasoned professionals draw on decades of experience to uncover the facts, giving clients the confidence to know that business risks and challenges can be effectively addressed
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Allegations of misconduct can cause tremendous disruption to any organization, triggering financial and reputational harm, litigation, regulatory enforcement actions, and even criminal prosecution. These risks are especially severe when enforcement priorities are quickly changing or unpredictable.
At Secretariat, our highly experienced Global Investigations and Disputes team is the trusted partner for clients and their counsel in navigating the most complex investigative, legal and regulatory challenges. We work to uncover the facts, mitigate risk, and drive effective outcomes for our clients. Accusations of wrongdoing demand swift and deliberate action. Regulators, investors and other stakeholders expect clear evidence that an organization is committed to uncovering the relevant facts and is appropriately responding.
We have built an elite team of global investigation and disputes experts who leverage cutting-edge technology and their deep experience to deliver tailored results in every engagement. Aligned with counsel and clients, we provide well-supported and independent results, regardless of size, severity, or complexity of the investigation or dispute. We are collaborative, accessible, and agile, and build long-term, meaningful relationships with our clients. Our versatility and meticulous approach means we are uniquely positioned to support your business when the stakes are high. Our client-centric approach ensures that we provide the most qualified teams to handle the toughest investigations and disputes, helping you to understand and resolve business risks by providing practical, actionable advice.
Our Global Investigations & Disputes practice leads in the following areas:
Executive Scandals: 2025 Navigating Reputational and Financial Risks, authored by experts from FGS Global and Secretariat, provides a practical framework for boards, legal teams, and compliance professionals. It highlights four core practices including preparation, independent guidance, thorough investigations, and consistent communications that strengthen organizational resilience and protect corporate reputation.
Cybersecurity is now a core element of legal, regulatory, and business risk management. In Latin America and the Caribbean, organizations face mounting pressure to demonstrate proactive compliance with evolving data protection laws, cybersecurity mandates, and cross-border disclosure requirements. Boards and legal departments are expected not only to prevent cyber incidents but also to prove due diligence, resilience planning, and rapid response capabilities when they occur.
Since Paul Atkins became Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on April 21, 2025, the SEC has announced significant pivots in its approaches to enforcement, regulatory guidance, investment adviser oversight, and other areas. Chairman Atkins’ brief tenure has already been marked by a deregulatory philosophy that emphasizes investor choice, streamlines enforcement priorities, and retreats from numerous rulemaking initiatives commenced during the term of his predecessor, Gary Gensler. This article describes some of the most consequential policy and regulatory changes to date, as well as their implications for issuers, fund managers, and investors.