Phillips Lytle Launches Comprehensive Internal Investigations Practice Team to Tackle Complex Cases
Phillips Lytle Launches Internal Investigations Practice Team
Phillips Lytle LLP has announced the establishment of a specialized Internal Investigations Practice Team, designed to address a significant increase in client requests for guidance through intricate and sensitive investigations. This new team is co-led by Partner James R. O'Connor and Special Counsel Scott L. Sroka, both of whom bring considerable legal expertise and experience to the table.
Leveraging decades of experience in various areas of law including labor, employment, health care, cybersecurity, and more, the team offers clients a comprehensive approach to handling a range of investigative challenges. With a total of 15 attorneys in the team, this initiative aims to provide practical and coordinated counsel to organizations facing federal, international, and internal investigations.
James O'Connor emphasized the urgency of addressing complex investigatory environments, noting that today's businesses can quickly find routine internal matters escalating into substantial legal and reputational dilemmas. “Creating the Internal Investigations Team allows us to combine diverse skill sets across sectors, giving clients the support they need during crucial times,” he stated.
Scott Sroka, with a robust background as a former First Assistant U.S. Attorney, pointed out that internal investigations necessitate a nuanced understanding of both legal and business ramifications. They must adopt a tailored approach that considers evolving circumstances, enabling them to steer clients through the intricate landscape of regulations and compliance.
In this evolving regulatory environment, organizations must navigate various potential internal concerns as well as external inquiries from governmental entities. Phillips Lytle aims to provide clients with the necessary insights to mitigate risks and respond effectively to investigative demands.
The Internal Investigations Practice Team is multi-disciplinary, consisting of specialists from various legal areas. This includes notable attorneys such as:
- - Sharon Prize Azurin, Partner
- - Anna Mercado Clark, Chief Information Security Officer
- - Ryan A. Lema, Partner
- - Jacob Lewis, Associate
- - Amanda L. Lowe, Partner
- - Kevin J. Mulvehill, Partner
- - Paula P. Plaza, Senior Associate
- - Linda T. Prestegaard, Partner
- - Louis Q. Reynolds, Associate
- - John G. Schmidt Jr., Partner
- - Tyler J. Skretny, Associate
- - Lisa L. Smith, Partner
- - James Kevin Wholey, Special Counsel
The team's capabilities span a wide array of fields including corporate investigations, crisis management, data privacy, and matters pertaining to the False Claims Act. They are adept at handling inquiries from government agencies, labor and employment issues, regulatory enforcement actions, and more. Phillips Lytle's ability to provide a holistic solution ensures that clients receive well-rounded support throughout the investigation.
Douglas W. Dimitroff, Managing Partner of Phillips Lytle, remarked on the firm's commitment to facing the most complex challenges encountered by clients. “The unveiling of our Internal Investigations Practice Team demonstrates our dedication to strategic developments that meet the evolving needs of our clients,” he shared.
Phillips Lytle has established a strong foundation in legal excellence recognized nationally, supporting clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to startups and non-profit organizations across its offices located in New York, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Canada.
For more details on Phillips Lytle's newly formed Internal Investigations Practice Team, please visit their official website at Phillips Lytle.
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