Sybil E. Sam

Lawyer and consultant with significant experience in internal investigations, regulatory compliance, and organizational risk management across the U.S., Asia, and Africa. Skilled at assessing regulatory frameworks, reviewing business practices, and advising on structures that balance compliance, performance, and sustainability. Experienced in leading cross-border teams, aligning institutional policies with local realities, and guiding executives on governance and leadership matters.

• JD, New York, 01/01/17
• Solicitor’s Licence, Ghana, 01/01/23

• Alexander P. Hixon Scholar, 2009
• African American High Academic Achievement Award (2010, 2011, 2012)

• Guided corporate clients on compliance and governance structures to support long-term growth and institutional resilience.
• Led internal investigations into financial misconduct across Asia and the U.S., synthesizing findings into recommendations that informed leadership and operational decisions.
• Drafted advocacy materials for SEC/DOJ resolutions, integrating compliance remediation plans that significantly reduced client exposure.
• Advised private equity firms entering emerging markets on anti-corruption and compliance frameworks, with attention to local regulatory and organizational dynamics.