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Navigant (NYSE: NCI) today announced that Kate Chan joined the company’s Global Legal Technology Solutions (GLTS) practice as a managing director. Chan is based in Hong Kong where she will work with clients across markets in Asia-Pacific.

Chan is a renowned professional leveraging her expertise in advising and assisting clients in evidence management as she employs data advisory and computer forensics technology in cross-border litigation, regulatory review, and investigations.

“Kate comes to our talented team with a wealth of experience and industry knowledge,” said David Tortorello, leader of the Disputes, Forensics, and Legal Technology segment, of which the GLTS practice is a part. “This addition enhances Navigant’s ability to provide our global clientele with sophisticated solutions to the unique challenges they are facing, especially in the Asia-Pacific market.”

Chan brings over 20 years of multi-jurisdiction experience to Navigant having led local and cross-border investigations involving corrupt business practices, fraud, sanctions violations, anti-competitive behavior and intellectual property disputes across a variety of industries. Chan previously practiced law in New York before moving to Hong Kong. Prior to Navigant, Chan managed Kroll Ontrack’s APAC Legal Technology practice where she also advised her clients on litigation preparedness, dawn raid training and ESI management.

“Kate brings a depth of expertise to our expanding presence in the Asia Pacific region, thereby enhancing the global leadership team for our technology practice,” said Jim Vint, GLTS managing director and practice leader. “We are excited to have her as a part of our team.”

Navigant’s legal and risk experts serve clients facing financial, operational, and reputational risks. With proven methodologies and the latest tools and technologies, the experts provide advice, support, and solutions for business professionals who manage risk, including outside counsel, general counsel, compliance officers, internal auditors, members of the C-suite, and corporate boards across a range of industry sectors around the globe. Navigant’s solutions enable clients and their counsel to address critical business issues, aggressively manage risk, and tackle complex litigation.

About Navigant

Navigant Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: NCI) is a specialized, global professional services firm that helps clients take control of their future. Navigant’s professionals apply deep industry knowledge, substantive technical expertise, and an enterprising approach to help clients build, manage, and/or protect their business interests. With a focus on markets and clients facing transformational change and significant regulatory or legal pressures, the firm primarily serves clients in the healthcare, energy, and financial services industries. Across a range of advisory, consulting, outsourcing, and technology/analytics services, Navigant’s practitioners bring sharp insight that pinpoints opportunities and delivers powerful results. More information about Navigant can be found at navigant.com.

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