Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

Charles Connolly is co-head of the white-collar defense 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 thorough, responsive and smart."

"He is an outstanding lawyer."

"Chuck is an excellent strategist and he is able to analyze matters quickly and insightfully."

Paul Butler is an Akin partner well regarded for his defense of individual and corporate clients in a broad range of enforcement actions. He regularly handles complex multijurisdictional investigations by the DOJ and SEC, among others, with notable experience working on cases with significant national security implications.

"Paul is brilliant. He is incredibly hard-working and is able to master very difficult facts."

"Paul is very capable. He is practical and pragmatic as well as thorough. He provides advice that is always up to date."

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 talented and commercially astute lawyer."

"Claudius thinks strategically and is very knowledgeable. He is extremely experienced with complex matters."