Litigation & Investigations
High-stakes legal matters are rarely confined to the courtroom and can quickly generate headlines and distract key stakeholders. These situations also have the potential to impact reputation and value if competing narratives are not effectively balanced or contextualized.
Communicating effectively in litigation matters, investigations, and enforcement actions requires a specialized understanding and careful consideration of legal and regulatory issues.
August’s team, which includes former practicing attorneys and professionals with significant legal experience, recognizes that the most effective communications strategies closely align with and support the legal strategy.
The August team approaches these matters with the same discipline as legal teams, starting with diligent fact gathering to gain a deep understanding of the relevant legal and regulatory issues. This foundation helps ensure that media and communications strategies support clients’ legal and business objectives. The team also applies a multidisciplinary approach, recognizing that social, political, economic, and cultural factors often influence stakeholder perceptions and communications outcomes.
For more information, please contact Ellen Davis at 917.301.2918 / Ellen.Davis@AugustCo.com, Steven Goldberg at 323.892.5562 / Steven.Goldberg@AugustCo.com or Matt Harrison at 323.892.5053 / Matt.Harrison@AugustCo.com.