Once You’ve Decided to Self-Disclose, Here’s How to Do It Right

Partners Sean Farrell and Thomas Rybarczyk authored the article, ​“Once You’ve Decided to Self-Disclose, Here’s How to Do It Right,” published by Corporate Compliance Insights.

Drawing on their experience as former federal prosecutors, Sean and Tom explore the DOJ’s updated Corporate Enforcement Policy and the evolving risks and opportunities associated with voluntary self-disclosure. The article examines what regulators expect from an effective disclosure, the benefits available to companies that cooperate and remediate misconduct, and the practical considerations organizations should weigh before approaching the government.

They also discuss the Antitrust Division’s whistleblower rewards program and its impact on corporate compliance strategies, highlighting steps companies can take to strengthen internal reporting mechanisms, enhance compliance programs, and respond effectively when potential misconduct is identified.

“Deciding to self-disclose is one thing; doing it well is another, and the difference often shapes whether a company earns credit or invites a harder look.”

Read the full article here.