Workplace Investigations

Susan conducts workplace investigations as a neutral and independent fact-finder. She approaches each matter with objectivity and a commitment to fairness, ensuring that all parties are treated with respect and that findings are grounded solely in the evidence. Susan does not advocate for any party; her role is to gather facts, assess credibility, and reach well-reasoned findings based on a thorough and unbiased review of the evidence.

She has investigated numerous employment-related complaints, including allegations of harassment and discrimination based on sex, race, disability, marital status, national origin, and religion; abusive conduct; mismanagement or negligence; retaliation; workplace violence; workplace sabotage; and wage and hour violations.

Susan regularly investigates allegations involving elected officials, sworn personnel, and anonymous complaints. Employers rely on her independent findings to make informed, defensible decisions regarding internal workplace concerns. In addition, she has overseen and advised employers on investigations conducted by other external investigators, providing strategic guidance to help ensure fairness, compliance, and integrity in the investigative process.

Compliance Training

An engaging and dynamic trainer, Susan provides California’s mandatory sexual harassment prevention training for supervisory and non-supervisory employees. She is committed to delivering trainings that are not only legally compliant, but also meaningful, practical, and memorable.

Susan utilizes an interactive approach that incorporates real-world scenarios, audience participation, and multimedia components to keep participants actively engaged. Her goal is for participants to leave not just having “checked the box,” but with a clear understanding of their rights, responsibilities, and tools for maintaining a respectful workplace.

Investigations Training

Susan provides specialized training for internal investigation teams, human resources professionals, and management personnel. These trainings focus on conducting prompt, thorough, and impartial investigations; assessing credibility; documenting findings; and preparing defensible investigative reports. Drawing on her extensive experience as an external investigator, Susan offers practical guidance, best practices, and real-world examples to help organizations strengthen the integrity and effectiveness of their internal investigative processes.