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Internal investigations

The internal investigations practice at White & Case LLP is marked by its ability to manage multi-jurisdictional inquiries into corporate compliance culture and personal misconduct by senior executives. The team also handles explorations into whistleblowing, bullying, conflicts of interest, and ineffective internal reporting systems. Practice head Julia Sophia Habbe is skilled in internal investigations and crisis management, while her litigious work spans corporate, regulatory, and civil disputes. Daniel Zapf also manages cross-border investigations, which often have criminal implications.
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  • 'What sets White & Case apart is the team's deep expertise, responsiveness, and genuine commitment to understanding our specific needs. As a client, I value their ability to provide clear, actionable guidance in complex situations, and their proactive approach makes a real difference.'
  • 'Working with Daniel Zapf was a great experience. He stood out for his calm, clear, and strategic guidance during internal investigations. What I valued most was his ability to quickly understand complex issues and provide practical, reliable advice. Compared to others, his professionalism and responsiveness made a real difference.'
  • 'Daniel Zapf is very experienced in cross-jurisdictional investigations.'
  • 'Deep knowledge about regulatory and practical requirements and how to fulfil them.'
  • 'The high standard and the ability to persuade authorities.'
  • 'Daniel Zapf: high speed and precision in supporting case handling. Pragmatism meets legal excellence.'

Work highlights

Advised a global provider of financial services on a complex cross-border investigation into compliance culture and allegations of personal misconduct by a senior executive.
Advised a financial services company on compliance allegations following a whistleblower report regarding possible breaches of duty in the compliance department, and on the diversity and inclusion culture.
Performed a comprehensive, independent cross-border investigation following short seller allegations raised against the client’s business strategy, fraud allegations, and the existence of revenues of a global tech company.
Practice head

Julia Sophia Habbe

Other key lawyers

Daniel Zapf; Joline Kuhn; Julius Henneberg; Nadine Vogt

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