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Begin with the decision. A useful first note names the decision being considered, why it has become difficult, and the leadership body responsible for it — nothing more. The firm takes on a limited number of engagements at a time; you'll hear back from a managing principal, usually within two business days. And if the firm isn't the right instrument for the question, you'll hear that too, along with a pointer in a better direction where we can offer one.

What happens next

  1. Principal accessYour note is read by a managing principal, who handles the first conversation.
  2. Fit and conflictsThe first conversation requires no confidential information. Fit and a preliminary conflict screen come before sensitive material is requested.
  3. Confidentiality and credentialsIf there is a plausible fit, the parties establish mutual confidentiality and you receive the identities, biographies, relevant experience, and conflict disclosures of the principals proposed for the work.
  4. Secure exchangeA channel appropriate to the matter is agreed before substantive materials are shared or a proposal is developed.
How an engagement begins →

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You'll hear back personally, usually within two business days.

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