Crowell & Moring Launches Updated Crisis Handbook with Practical Guidance and Critical Tools

Washington – May 21, 2025: Crowell & Moring has launched “Crisis Handbook: A Desktop Investigations Guide,” an updated, in-depth resource designed to help companies respond effectively and strategically in the face of a corporate crisis.

Developed by the firm’s globally recognized Investigations and White Collar and Regulatory Enforcement groups, the handbook provides practical, actionable guidance for organizations navigating sudden or escalating crises—whether triggered by government investigations, internal reporting, regulatory inquiries, or external threats to operations and reputation.

Key features of the Crisis Handbook include:

• Step-by-step guidance on responding to a crisis, focusing on the first steps
• Best practices for conducting internal investigations while maintaining attorney-client privilege
• Protocols for responding to search warrants and government subpoenas/inquiries
• Sample documents, including an Upjohn advisory, preservation notice, and search warrant notice for employees

“Crises don’t wait for a convenient time, and companies that are prepared are far better positioned to protect their people, operations, and reputations,” said Tom Hanusik, partner in Crowell’s White Collar and Regulatory Enforcement and Investigations groups. “This handbook is the product of decades of frontline experience from our global team and provides clients a comprehensive toolkit to navigate complex threats to their organizations.”

Crowell’s team is composed of highly experienced white collar defense and regulatory enforcement attorneys positioned across key markets worldwide. Many have served at senior levels in critical enforcement and regulatory agencies, including the Department of Justice, Securities and Exchange Commission, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and Office of Foreign Assets Control, bringing unparalleled insight into the strategies and priorities of government authorities.

With the launch of the “Crisis Handbook,” Crowell continues its commitment to empowering clients with the tools, knowledge, and strategic counsel needed to face today’s most complex legal and regulatory challenges.

The handbook is available for download on the firm’s website at this link.

About Crowell & Moring LLP

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