DLA Piper partner appointed as chair of firm’s white-collar crime practice
Tuesday, December 22, 2020 @ 10:43 AM | By John Chunn
DLA Piper (Canada) LLP announced that Calgary partner Jordan Deering has been appointed chair of the firm’s Canadian white-collar, corporate crime and investigations practice.
According to the firm’s press release, with almost 20 years of experience acting on matters involving all aspects of fraud, corruption and white collar crime, Deering’s mandates have involved Ponzi schemes, mortgage fraud, employee theft, conflicts of interest and other fraudulent schemes. She is called upon by clients to assist in developing fraud and corruption prevention policies and programs, including whistleblower programs, compliance officer training and risk assessments. She is a frequent author and speaker in the area of corporate fraud.
“Jordan’s expertise in the areas of white-collar crime and corporate fraud makes her an excellent choice to head up this increasingly important and evolving service group,” said Robert Seidel, Canada managing partner. “Jordan’s unparalleled knowledge of the impact of regulatory intervention on a business and her deep understanding of the importance of effective compliance is essential in guiding our clients through these business critical matters. I am confident she will excel in her new role.”
“I am delighted to have this opportunity to lead our excellent Canadian team and collaborate with our colleagues around the world,” said Deering in the press release.
According to the firm’s press release, with almost 20 years of experience acting on matters involving all aspects of fraud, corruption and white collar crime, Deering’s mandates have involved Ponzi schemes, mortgage fraud, employee theft, conflicts of interest and other fraudulent schemes. She is called upon by clients to assist in developing fraud and corruption prevention policies and programs, including whistleblower programs, compliance officer training and risk assessments. She is a frequent author and speaker in the area of corporate fraud.
“Jordan’s expertise in the areas of white-collar crime and corporate fraud makes her an excellent choice to head up this increasingly important and evolving service group,” said Robert Seidel, Canada managing partner. “Jordan’s unparalleled knowledge of the impact of regulatory intervention on a business and her deep understanding of the importance of effective compliance is essential in guiding our clients through these business critical matters. I am confident she will excel in her new role.”
“I am delighted to have this opportunity to lead our excellent Canadian team and collaborate with our colleagues around the world,” said Deering in the press release.
