Legal Fraud Advisory Form

LEGAL FRAUD ADVISORY FORM

This Legal Fraud Advisory Form (the Advisory) is made effective as of by and between Client Name: and Advisor Name: . Matter/File No.:

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Advisor has reviewed information provided by Client and has identified facts and circumstances that may constitute fraudulent activity (the Incident) discovered on or about involving the following description:

WHEREAS, Client seeks legal advice as to the legal consequences, reporting obligations, privilege implications, and recommended actions arising from the Incident; and

WHEREAS, Advisor is willing to provide advisory services limited to those described in this Advisory and subject to the terms and limitations set forth below.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, Client and Advisor agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Advisory: (a) "Incident" means the facts, documents, communications, transactions, or other circumstances identified above and in related materials; (b) "Advisor" means the undersigned law firm or legal counsel providing this Advisory; and (c) "Client" means the named party receiving this Advisory.

2. SCOPE OF ADVISORY

Advisor's engagement is limited to providing legal analysis and recommendations concerning possible civil, regulatory, and compliance consequences of the Incident and does not constitute a commitment to undertake litigation or criminal representation unless otherwise agreed in a separate written engagement agreement. Advisor will not, absent written authorization, institute legal proceedings or make regulatory filings on behalf of Client.

3. NATURE OF ADVICE; NO GUARANTEE

Advisor will provide its professional judgment based on the information made available. Advice is provided solely for Client's use and is advisory in nature; Advisor makes no representation or warranty as to outcomes, recoveries, or enforcement actions. Client acknowledges that outcomes are inherently uncertain and that law enforcement, regulatory bodies, or courts retain independent discretion.

4. SUSPECTED FRAUD CHARACTERISTICS

Type(s) of suspected fraud (select all that apply):

Embezzlement    Identity theft    Insurance fraud    Financial statement/accounting fraud

Other:

Estimated amount involved (if known): $

5. PRESERVATION OF EVIDENCE

Client shall immediately take and continue to take all reasonable steps to preserve all documents, electronic data, logs, images, and other materials related to the Incident, including, without limitation, suspending automated deletions or overwrites. Client shall not destroy, alter, or conceal any evidence potentially relevant to the Incident. Advisor may recommend forensics or preservation processes at Client's expense.

6. REPORTING & COOPERATION

Advisor will advise Client regarding potential reporting to law enforcement and regulatory authorities. Client authorizes Advisor to:

Disclose factual information and documents to law enforcement or regulators where such disclosure is necessary or appropriate, as determined by Advisor in consultation with Client.

Retain third-party forensic or investigative services at Client's direction and expense.

Client agrees to cooperate fully with Advisor and any authorized investigators, including producing documents, granting access to systems, and providing truthful statements. Failure to cooperate may affect Advisor's recommendations and may limit remedies available to Client.

7. PRIVILEGE AND WAIVER

Communications between Client and Advisor are subject to the attorney-client privilege and applicable protections for legal work product. However, disclosure of privileged communications to third parties, including regulators or law enforcement, may result in a waiver of privilege. By selecting the checkbox below, Client acknowledges the foregoing and indicates consent to the specified disclosures.

Client consents to disclosure of privileged communications to the extent necessary for reporting or cooperation as authorized above.

8. CONFLICTS AND LIMITATION OF REPRESENTATION

Advisor represents that it has conducted a reasonable conflicts check based on information provided by Client. If a conflict is discovered that materially affects representation, Advisor will notify Client and may withdraw. Unless expressly agreed in writing, Advisor's role under this Advisory does not include representing Client in resulting criminal proceedings, regulatory enforcement actions, or separate civil litigation; separate engagement agreements will be required for such representation.

9. FEES, COSTS, AND EXPENSES

Client agrees to pay Advisor's fees and to reimburse reasonable costs and expenses incurred in connection with the Advisory, including but not limited to forensic analysis, document retrieval, and travel. Advisor may require an advance of fees or cost deposit. Any third-party vendor engagement will be subject to separate vendor terms and Client's obligation to pay such vendors remains the Client's responsibility unless otherwise agreed.

10. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Advisory shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses below by hand, certified delivery, or overnight courier.

11. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Advisory shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state selected by Advisor and Client as applicable to the matter. This Advisory constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior discussions and understandings. If any provision of this Advisory is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

12. AMENDMENT; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

No amendment to this Advisory is effective unless in writing and signed by both parties. No waiver of any breach of this Advisory shall be deemed a waiver of any other or subsequent breach. This Advisory may be executed in counterparts and by electronic signature, each of which shall be deemed an original but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

13. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By signing below, Client acknowledges receipt of this Advisory, confirms that Client has provided all material facts known to Client regarding the Incident, and indicates Client's informed consent to the actions authorized herein. Client further acknowledges having had the opportunity to ask questions and to seek independent advice prior to signing.

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