Workplace Investigations

Strategic guidance you can trust in sensitive workplace matters.

An investigation can define trust in an organisation for years to come. The way it is handled matters as much as the outcome. We bring independence, discretion and extensive sector knowledge to help clients manage these moments fairly and effectively.

From harassment to financial irregularities, regulatory breaches or conflicts of interest, investigations demand more than legal knowledge. They require sound judgement and an understanding of both commercial pressures and human dynamics. Our team combines legal expertise with proven experience of managing sensitive issues under pressure, providing pragmatic, compassionate advice that balances regulatory requirements, business priorities and individual wellbeing - helping clients achieve outcomes that are fair, robust and trusted.

When appointed as investigators, we take our independence very seriously and do not act for the parties involved, ensuring our findings are impartial and capable of withstanding scrutiny from regulators, trustees or the media.

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How we help

Our experience covers every role in the process:

Independent investigations – conducting fact-finding investigations that withstand scrutiny, including document reviews, witness interviews and detailed reports with clear findings and recommendations.
Advising employers – advising throughout the process: from first response and appointing an investigator, through managing regulatory requirements, to implementing outcomes and cultural change.
Supporting senior executives and individuals – representing those under investigation or bringing complaints, with advice on submissions, documents, interviews and reputation management.
Integrated advice – working alongside colleagues in data protection, reputation management, regulatory, corporate and litigation to provide joined-up, strategic support.

Sectors we support

We act for a wide range of sectors where investigations are often highly sensitive or reputationally critical, including:

We have a renowned Safeguarding Unit, bringing frontline expertise in child protection and issues faced by vulnerable groups.

We also have significant experience in regulated environments such as financial services, where oversight is intense.

Recent work highlights:

Acted as independent investigator for a listed biotech company whose CEO faced misconduct allegations – delivering findings that allowed the business to move forward with clarity.
Advised a high-profile sports organisation on a sensitive investigation into misconduct allegations by a senior figure.
Supported a law firm partner facing serious harassment allegations, including a regulatory investigation that was closed without further action.
Guided a leading university through eight complex fact-finding investigations into staff and student misconduct, enabling the institution to address issues decisively.
Advised an independent school on a barrister-led investigation into multiple serious complaints, ensuring the school managed the process lawfully and sensitively.
Represented a senior trader during an investigation into alleged market manipulation, conducted by external lawyers on behalf of a global bank.
Conducted a wide-ranging review of bullying and discrimination claims at a national charity, with findings used to inform governance and restructure.