Crisis Management

Overview

When a crisis strikes, time is of the essence to create a coordinated response quickly. Whether your organization experiences negative publicity, a disastrous event, or a corporate emergency, the Dickinson Bradshaw team can help you manage various types of crises in which quick action, strategic insight and litigation experience are critical to protecting your brand and your reputation.

We work closely with you to not only respond to and handle crises, but our experienced team of attorneys can provide you with tailored solutions to fit your unique circumstances across all major industries and sectors.

Capabilities & Preparedness

We have experience guiding clients through crises by establishing and managing both initial and long-term legal strategies and assisting with remediation efforts, if needed.

For governing boards, business owners and employers, we can provide crisis preparedness plans that provide effective oversight in crisis situations – all before they happen.

We can assist with matters that involve some or all of the following:

Internal Investigations, including whistleblower complaints
Cybersecurity and data breach incident response and prevention
Response to investigations by governmental agencies or authorities
Managing legal, policy, political, or public relations considerations related to an investigation
Counseling on legal risks and potential exposure as a result of various types of misconduct, investigation findings, allegations, or negative media publicity
Embezzlement of funds, services, or property investigation and response
Environmental, agricultural, and industrial accident response
Litigation involving product liability and product defects
Subpoena responses and open records requests
State or Federal Court Injunctive relief to protect contractual relations or address third-party competition

Customized process

We partner with you to help reduce liability and shape public perception. We recognize use of your resources and maintaining your good reputation are paramount considerations, especially in the court of public opinion. Our steps often include:

Mapping out a strategy based on your objectives while considering all stakeholders.
Managing immediate and long-term communications, including internal and external audiences.
Gathering and documenting factual evidence on the crisis.
Proactively interacting with governmental agencies or regulators, as well as in response to inquiries.
Coordinating all aspects of the crisis response so you can continue to focus on your business operations.