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Akin

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia

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To learn more about Akin’s Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations capabilities, please visit the Litigation page under the experience section at www.akingump.com.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - District of Columbia

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Akin offers an established white-collar litigation practice with considerable experience trying cases at both the state and federal levels. Its attorneys regularly defend individuals facing serious criminal charges, particularly in relation to government contracts fraud, money laundering and bribery. The practice also acts for corporations across a wide range of industries, including financial services, technology and pharmaceuticals. It enjoys a robust investigations practice that encompasses cross-border and international matters concerning the FCPA, along with other anti-corruption laws.

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Strengths

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  • Akin is a terrific firm doing great work in this space.

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  • Akin attorneys are excellent players in the marketplace and excellent advisors.

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  • Akin brings a large footprint with very smart but practical lawyers.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Charles Connolly
    Charles Connolly

    Charles Connolly

    Charles Connolly is co-head of the white-collar defence and global investigations practice group at Akin. He is an experienced white-collar practitioner who is frequently called upon by corporate and individual clients embroiled in complex criminal proceedings, often involving allegations of FCPA violations and fraud.

    • Chuck is an extremely organized courtroom lawyer.

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    • Charles is an amazing resource and a valuable guide to the process, he is someone I really rely on for his expertise. He is extremely commercial and very quick to identify the business issue in helping find a solution.

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  • Claudius Modesti
    Claudius Modesti

    Claudius Modesti

    Claudius Modesti is frequently called upon by major corporations to handle investigations before a range of government and regulatory bodies, including the DOJ and SEC.

    • Claudius is a very talented lawyer and with unique expertise.

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Ranked Individuals at Akin (2)

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    Charles Connolly

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    Claudius Modesti

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