Erika O'Leary
Managing Consultant & Legal Strategist
Erika is a formidable investigative lawyer with dual qualification to practice in both England and Wales and the Republic of Ireland. As Director of Investigations, she orchestrates complex investigative matters with exceptional precision and strategic insight, providing clients with an unparalleled combination of legal expertise and investigative prowess.
Drawing on her extensive background in commercial litigation and sports law across multiple jurisdictions, Erika applies a sophisticated legal framework to every investigation. Her distinctive approach goes beyond traditional legal boundaries, integrating advanced investigative methodologies, critical thinking, and forensic attention to detail—all driven by an unwavering commitment to uncovering the truth in even the most challenging cross border cases.
Erika has established herself as a definitive authority for private clients, prestigious law firms, multinational corporations, and international sporting organisations seeking resolution to complex matters. She specialises in high-stakes investigations that underpin litigation, regulatory compliance, asset-tracing, and comprehensive due diligence assignments.
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Her portfolio of accomplishments includes:
Spearheading a complex cybercrime investigation that culminated in a successful private prosecution
Orchestrating multi-jurisdictional asset-tracing investigations involving high-profile judgment debtors
Leading investigations into bribery and corruption at global organisations, resulting in formal law enforcement indictments
Conducting nuanced internal investigations across diverse issues from employment disputes and misconduct to intellectual property infringements and sports regulation violations
At the vanguard of emerging legal challenges, Erika serves as a founding committee member of CFAAR Ireland (Crypto Fraud and Asset Recovery), where she advises on cutting-edge methodologies to combat sophisticated financial crimes in the digital asset space.
Before establishing her reputation in private intelligence, Erika honed her expertise as a commercial litigation solicitor in private practice and as a sports lawyer in both London and Switzerland. Her academic credentials include an honours Commerce degree from University College Dublin, a postgraduate diploma in Law, and qualification as a mediator.
Beyond her professional achievements, Erika brings a distinctive perspective shaped by her experience as a former international equestrian athlete and part-time actor—disciplines that have reinforced her ability to perform under pressure.
