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FCPA Enforcement: Where the Bribery Actually Happened
FCPA enforcement trends analyzed by geography. Discover where bribery risk is concentrated and how it impacts global compliance, investigations and risk management.
February 12, 2026
Secretariat is proud to announce that Jimmy McCutcheon has been recognized in Consulting Magazine’s Rising Stars 2026 awards, earning recognition for excellence in Industry-Specialization.
The Rising Stars of the Profession awards recognize high-performing professionals aged 36 and under who are “shaking up the industry in impactful ways” and redefining the consulting profession through innovation, client impact, and leadership.
“We are delighted to see Jimmy recognized by Consulting Magazine,” said Eric Poer, leader of Secretariat’s Securities Practice. “I have experienced first-hand Jimmy’s deep industry expertise, commitment to client outcomes, and ability to translate complex challenges into practical solutions. This recognition reflects both his individual accomplishments and the strength of the team around him. We congratulate Jimmy on this well-deserved achievement.”
A Director in Secretariat’s Global Investigations & Disputes practice, Jimmy focuses on U.S. securities litigation and financial disputes. He is recognized for his ability to bridge litigation strategy and expert testimony, serving as a trusted advisor to counsel in high-stakes matters. He provides expert services, forensic accounting, and financial analysis in complex disputes and investigations, supporting matters involving due diligence, corporate governance, M&A, and banking, among others.
Congratulations to this year’s winners: 2026 Honorees: Consulting Rising Stars of the Profession 2026

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FCPA Enforcement: Where the Bribery Actually Happened
FCPA enforcement trends analyzed by geography. Discover where bribery risk is concentrated and how it impacts global compliance, investigations and risk management.
Secretariat is pleased to share that 56 of our experts have been recognized in the Lexology Index 2026 Construction report for their outstanding work on complex construction disputes and claims around the world. With 12 experts named as Global Elite Thought Leaders—the report’s most exclusive ranking, achieved by only 5% of listed professionals—Secretariat has earned the No. 1 spot in this category for the second year in a row among more than 750 ranked firms.
Eric Poer, a Managing Director in Secretariat’s Global Investigations & Disputes practice, was retained by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to serve as their forensic accounting expert in a high-profile securities fraud dispute.