The Attorney-Investigator and Independence: A Delicate Balance
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Whistleblowing necessitates independent inquiry. In recent years, there has been an increasing reliance on law firms to conduct such investigations. The extant tension between partiality and independence, both integral to the ethical codes and professional role of attorneys, has been a subject of considerable debate. An additional quandary revolves around the issue of legal privilege in the context of independent investigations conducted by attorneys.
1. Whistle-blower Protection Act
Since 2019, the annual ‘World Whistleblowers Day’ takes place on June 23rd, highlighting the rising prominence of whistle-blowers in international discourse on legal and regulatory matters. EU Directive 2019/1937 addresses the protection of individuals reporting breaches of Union law. In the Netherlands, this directive is being implemented through the introduction of a new law. Concurrently, revisions are being made to the Whistle-blowers House A...
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