“…superb; they helped us navigate a complex antitrust investigation with clear, practical advice and steady judgment. They were always available, their judgement was impeccable, and they are the smartest lawyers we ever worked with.”
Client
Founder and CEO
When something appears to be awry within an organization or a stakeholder alleges wrongdoing, discretion and caution assume heightened importance. Massey & Gail knows how to exercise both, while ensuring that our investigation is meticulous, careful, and objective. This is why companies, large and small, often call upon the firm, including former federal prosecutor Lenny Gail, to conduct delicate internal investigations.
Similarly, clients often ask our attorneys to provide strategic analysis and guidance outside the ambit of active litigation to help them assess the strengths and weaknesses of their legal position or counsel them through complex factual or legal terrain. Whether such counseling occurs on an expedited schedule because of an impending deadline, or over a longer period in which the underlying landscape changes, we know how to partner with our clients to give them the confidence they need to make their own business and operational decisions.
Our approach is focused and practical and ultimately designed to help our clients manage the risks they face.
Representative Matters
Private Real Estate Investment Firm and Affordable Housing Developer
Conducted a targeted internal investigation for a private real estate investment firm and an affordable housing developer concerning potential legal exposure.
Grand Jury Subpoena
Represented former employee of client in responding to a grand jury subpoena for documents and testimony relating to an investigation into potential trading on inside information.
Employment of Chinese Nationals
Represented employee of client in an internal investigation relating to the employment of Chinese nationals.
Private Educational Institution
Represented a private educational institution in an internal investigation involving allegations of hostile work environment, gender-based discrimination, and retaliatory conduct.
Investment Management Firm
Represented an investment management firm in an internal investigation involving alleged financial misrepresentations and fund commingling; advised on potential legal exposure.
Nationwide Healthcare Company
Represented a nationwide healthcare company in an internal investigation surrounding clinician recordkeeping; advised client on disciplinary actions and revised policies and procedures.
Technology Company
Represented and delivered findings and recommendations to the board of directors of a technology company in confidential multi-month internal investigations involving allegations of employee harassment, misconduct, potential fraud, and breaches of contract.
Public Utilities Commission
Represented a public utilities commission in an investigation into potential misrepresentations in a proposed energy company merger.
National Property and Casualty Insurance Carrier
Represented a national property and casualty insurance carrier in a confidential internal investigation and related employment dispute involving allegations of discrimination and retaliation by a former senior executive; resolved through mediation.
National Provider of Device Protection and Tech Support Services
Represented and delivered findings and recommendations to the board of directors of a national provider of device protection and tech support services in confidential multi-month internal investigations involving employee harassment and employee misconduct.