Internal Investigations: Disclosures to External Auditors

Companies conducting internal investigations must make certain disclosures to auditors, however there are certain pitfalls relating to information that is privileged, attorney work product, confidential, and possibly useful to existing or potential litigants against the company. Read this practice note for an overview of these pitfalls, communications with auditors, and best practices.

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