Internal investigations

Linklaters

Linklaters is experienced in supporting companies from the energy, aviation, automotive, manufacturing and consumer goods sectors in internal investigations; international matters are covered thanks to the frequent cooperation with the firm’s network. This cross-border expertise is regularly called upon in connection with allegations pertaining to #MeToo, compliance violations, EU and Russia-related sanctions, antitrust law, criminal law and cum-ex. Hans-Ulrich Wilsing (corporate law, governing bodies) and Kerstin Wilhelm (clients' representation and investigations) jointly head the team. Jens Blumenberg and Christian Hundeshagen assist with alleged tax fraud matters, while Daniela Seeliger is well versed in antitrust law. Associate Jacqueline Kusserow (in addition to internal investigations, dispute resolution and risk assessment regarding sanctions) is another key contact.

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Testimonials

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'Interdisciplinary project teams with a very good international network. Fast scalability thanks to the resources of a major international law firm. Very good customer orientation.'
'Kerstin Wilhelm is characterized by the highest level of specialist expertise, maximum willingness to perform, speedy reactions, and at the same time the highest quality of the work results. Integrity and commitment, open and clear communication.'
'The Linklaters team around Hans-Ulrich Wilsing is our absolute preferred partner for all critical consulting mandates and investigations by the supervisory board as well as the preparation of our general meeting. In addition to the proven expertise, it is the highly professional advice to the boards of directors and supervisory boards on all matters as well as the difficult subjects.'
'Hans-Ulrich Wilsing is an outstanding partner; we value his high level of professional expertise, his accurate advice and prioritization of topics, as well as his tailored solutions for the top senior management. '
'Kerstin Wilhelm: She is technically outstanding and a great strategist.'

Work highlights

Advising a leading German automotive supplier following an audit of a German subsidiary on transfer pricing issues and successful settlement with the public prosecutor's office.
Advising a retail company in the fashion industry following a search of its premises by the European Commission due to possible breaches of Article 101 TFEU and concerns regarding improper exchange of information with competitors as well as price fixing and advice on parallel proceedings in the UK and the USA.