Article | June 30, 2026
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.
Ms. Aksay has 21 years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in project scheduling, construction and contract management, forensic delay analysis, and expert advisory for construction and engineering projects.
Irem Aksay has 21 years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in project scheduling, construction and contract management, forensic delay analysis, and expert advisory for construction and engineering projects. Her project expertise includes airports, skyscrapers, convention centers, urban regeneration, and the energy sector, including oil & gas and petrochemicals. She is renowned for her proficiency in forensic delay analyses, independent expert reports, and resolving disputes in complex construction projects. Her work has significantly impacted projects across the Middle East, Europe, and North America.
Ms. Aksay is a seasoned professional with a robust background in project management, contract administration, claims management, and dispute resolution. Starting as a planning engineer, she swiftly advanced to more impactful roles, accumulating in-depth knowledge of the construction process from inception to completion. Her hands-on experience allows her to proactively address potential challenges in project delivery. In her current role, she leverages her practical experience to scrutinize and analyze construction disputes effectively, consistently contributing to successful resolutions and adding substantial value to her clients.
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.