A Decade of FCPA Enforcement: Lessons for Corporate Counsel
May 19, 2026A decade after the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) issued the Yates memorandum, individual accountability and corporate cooperation have moved from policy concepts to decisive enforcement tools. Based on an analysis of 99 Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enforcement actions resolved between 2015 and 2025, this webinar examines what DOJ enforcement outcomes over the past decade reveal about how companies are evaluated, and why some fare better than others.
This session of the Forensics Institute is designed for in‑house counsel, compliance leaders, and external legal advisers who are responsible for navigating investigations, disclosure decisions, and remediation under real‑world pressure. We’ll explore how bribery schemes are commonly structured, where corruption risks often emerge, and how organizational responses influence resolution types, penalty reductions, and enforcement credit.
In addition, the webinar will address how anti‑bribery and anti‑corruption (ABAC) enforcement is currently being handled in Europe, including how multinational organizations are navigating evolving expectations amid recent shifts in FCPA enforcement posture.
The discussion will also focus on what the data shows the DOJ values, including timely internal investigations, credible cooperation, disciplined remediation, and well‑reasoned disclosure decisions. Gain a clearer understanding of how enforcement authorities assess corporate conduct, and how global enforcement dynamics like developments in Europe may influence compliance strategy and risk management decisions going forward.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Interpret enforcement trends from 2015 to 2025, highlighting how cooperation‑based resolutions have reshaped outcomes in the wake of the Yates memorandum.
- Recognize frequent bribery schemes and risk concentrations across industries and geographies cited in recent enforcement actions.
- Explain how investigation, disclosure, and remediation decisions may directly affect enforcement credit, penalties, and resolution strategy.
CPE Information
1.00 CPE Credit(s) (pending approval)
One CPE credit (pending approval) in the Specialized Knowledge field of study may be awarded upon verification of participant attendance during live broadcast.
Who’s This For
In-house counsel, compliance leaders, and external legal advisers.
Prerequisites
None
Delivery Method
Group internet-based. Each attendee must be logged in and answer the poll questions to receive CPE credit.
Refund Policy
There is no fee associated with this event.
Program Level
Overview
Recommended Field of Study
Specialized Knowledge
Advanced Preparation
None
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