Asked to Meet With HR, Compliance, or an Outside Investigator?
Internal Investigation Attorney in Saratoga, NY
Iseman PLLC represents individuals involved in internal investigations. Our clients include employees, managers, executives, students, contractors, licensed professionals, and people who report misconduct.
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An internal investigation may begin with a meeting request from human resources, a message from compliance, a notice from a dean, or an email from an outside law firm retained by your employer or school. You may be asked to attend an interview, provide documents, answer written questions, or sign a statement.
Speak with your own lawyer before the interview. The organization’s lawyer represents the organization, even if that lawyer asks you questions about your conduct or asks for your account of events. In a corporate investigation, the organization generally controls the attorney-client privilege over its communications with company counsel, not the individual employee.
Keep relevant messages, emails, files, calendars, photographs, and notes in their current form. Bring the notice, meeting invitation, policy, or other documents you received to your consultation.
Communications with our office are confidential.
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01What we handle
HR and Workplace Investigations in Saratoga County
Iseman PLLC represents individuals in matters involving:
- Workplace and human resources investigations
- Employee misconduct allegations
- Executive and management investigations
- Corporate compliance investigations
- Upjohn-warning interviews
- Whistleblower complaints
- Internal audits and reviews
- Special committee investigations
- Board and management interviews
- College and university disciplinary investigations
- Campus misconduct allegations
- Representation for reporting parties
- Investigations related to a government inquiry
- Interview preparation and written responses
For more focused information, visit our pages on government investigations, subpoena and witness counsel, white collar defense, and Title IX and college discipline.
02Who defends you
Employee-Side Counsel in Albany and Saratoga Springs
Scott Iseman represents individuals whose employment, license, education, or criminal exposure may be affected by an internal investigation. He has handled approximately 300 criminal matters and taken approximately 35 jury trials to verdict.
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Before founding Iseman PLLC, Scott spent seven years at O’Connell & Aronowitz, including three years as a partner. In 2020, he taught a New York State Bar Association course for corporate counsel on responding to law-enforcement contact.
“The context matters. A written report or interview summary can leave out facts that explain what actually happened.”
Scott Iseman
College Misconduct Allegations Dismissed Before a Hearing
A student at a private college was accused of misconduct by a classmate. The college began an internal investigation.
The firm conducted its own investigation and collected witness statements, messages, and photographs. The defense presented that information during the school’s investigation. The college dismissed the allegations, and no hearing occurred.
Scott Iseman’s Experience
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Your Legal Team
Michael Blasie, Trial Litigator & Appellate Counsel
Michael Blasie handles legal research, written submissions, motions, and appeals. He has practiced in New York and Colorado and previously clerked for the Colorado Court of Appeals.
His experience is particularly relevant when an employer, school, board, or outside investigator will review written evidence, witness statements, policies, or a formal response.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Schools and client names are withheld.
Selected Results
Student Found Not Responsible After a Hearing
A university student faced misconduct allegations from a former student. The firm investigated, collected witness statements and messages, and prepared the case for a contested hearing.
The student was found not responsible and completed his degree.
Representation for a Reporting Student
The firm represented a student who reported sexual violence. The firm helped the student organize supporting evidence and prepare for investigative interviews and a hearing. The responding student was found responsible and disciplined.
Workplace Matter That Became a Criminal Case
A corrections officer faced criminal charges related to workplace conduct. The case went to trial, and the jury did not reach a verdict. The client later accepted a negotiated resolution rather than face a second trial. The agreement preserved appeal rights, and the appeal remains pending.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. The third matter resulted in a hung jury and negotiated resolution, not an acquittal. The appeal has not been decided. Schools, employers, and client names are withheld.
Client reviews
What Upstate New York Clients Say
“He has a commanding yet calming effect when he enters the room.”
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“He was punctual, courteous, professional, responsive, and effective throughout my entire engagement with him and his team.”
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Testimonials and prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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An internal inquiry can turn into any of these:
If the interview is already on the calendar, say so when you call.
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Internal Investigation Questions for New York Employees
What people ask before they walk into the room.
Human resources scheduled a meeting. Should I speak with a lawyer first?
Yes. Bring the meeting notice, relevant emails, and any policies you received to a consultation. A lawyer can help you understand the purpose of the meeting and prepare for questions.
The company gave me a lawyer. Do I need my own lawyer?
A lawyer hired by the company represents the company. You may need separate counsel if your job, professional license, reputation, or potential criminal exposure could be affected.
No one contacted the police. Is hiring a lawyer premature?
No. An internal investigation can affect your employment, professional license, education, or future government investigation even when police are not involved.
Will you communicate with the organization for me?
When appropriate, the firm can communicate with an employer, school, investigator, board, or the organization’s lawyer. The appropriate approach depends on the investigation, the deadline, and the client’s role.
What should I bring to the first meeting?
Bring the meeting invitation, notice, relevant policies, emails, texts, files, and the names of people who contacted you. Preserve those materials and do not delete or alter them.
What does it cost to work with Iseman PLLC?
Fees depend on who is conducting the investigation, the allegations, the deadline, the expected interview or hearing, and whether a written response is needed. The firm explains fees before representation begins.
Do you handle school and campus matters?
Yes. The firm represents students accused of misconduct and students who report misconduct. School rules differ, but many colleges allow an advisor or attorney to assist a student during disciplinary proceedings.
Who will work on my matter?
You work directly with your attorney. Michael Blasie assists with research and written work when needed.
Speak With a Saratoga Workplace Investigation Lawyer
Call with the meeting notice or other documents in front of you. Tell us who contacted you, what they requested, and when the interview or hearing is scheduled.
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Iseman PLLC 59 Franklin StreetSaratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 633‑1528 scott@scottisemanlaw.com Get directions
Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. This page provides general information and is not legal advice about any individual matter. Iseman PLLC, 59 Franklin Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, (518) 633-1528.