Conducting investigative interviews: Tips and pitfalls

Interviews are a necessary component of most investigations – whether they be with whistleblowers, complainants, witnesses to wrongdoing or the subjects of allegations. If properly conducted, investigative interviews present an invaluable and necessary opportunity to gather information, test accounts and prove or disprove allegations effectively. However, it is crucial to understand how best to manage the risks involved and avoid potential pitfalls.

Please join us for the second session of our webinar series where our team will discuss conducting investigative interviews – tips and pitfalls, including:

• Why do you need to conduct investigative interviews?
• Best practice for when and how to conduct interviews
• Avoiding common pitfalls in conducting interviews
• Managing remote interviews
• Key considerations when conducting interviews
• Maintaining confidentiality and legal professional privilege
• Providing employees with an independent legal advisor
• Managing internal investigations once an external investigation commences.

CPD information

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This webinar was recorded on 15 September 2022.

Recommended CPD category:

• Professional skills (NSW/Vic/WA/Qld) | Core Area 3 – Professional Skills (ACT)  

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