State Attorney Generals, on both sides of the political aisle, regularly send Civil Investigative Demands (CIDs) to a variety of businesses. Similar to inquires by federal authorities, these investigations can lead to substantial document production obligations and requests for witness interviews from all levels of a company, in addition to potential civil or even criminal liability. But each state has its own enforcement priorities, internal structure and procedures, and approach to investigations. Finding counsel with the appropriate understanding of the relevant state attorney general’s inner workings and likely tactics is crucial for companies facing this kind of scrutiny.
In addition to its deep bench of attorneys with federal enforcement experience, Shook is proud to count several representatives of state attorney generals’ offices among its partners. This includes Bill Corrigan, the former Deputy Attorney General of the State of Missouri. These seasoned professionals have the experience and instincts to proactively respond to inquiries from state attorney generals all over the country and they bring a reservoir of good will and credibility having handled such matters themselves while in state public service.