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BakerHostetler LLP

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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BakerHostetler LLP

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Ohio

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
BakerHostetler is a large national firm that is well known for its litigation capabilities. It is noted for its strong white-collar criminal defense expertise, including the representation of clients in investigations brought by various governmental agencies.
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Work Highlights

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  • BakerHostetler LLP represented American Premium Water in a criminal prosecution where it is indicted for allegedly obtaining more than $10 million from a securities fraud scheme.

Strengths

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  • BakerHostetler is proactive, smart and practical. The team always exceeds my expectations.

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  • BakerHostetler is one of the premier white-collar defense firms in Ohio. The lawyers are very hardworking, strategic and energetic.

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  • BakerHostetler maintains a very high 'client-first' approach with strengths in detail management, strategy and negotiations. It is very skilled at handling complex matters.

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  • The team offers intelligence, insightful analysis and the ability to strategize for the long term.

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  • The firm's experience-based wisdom and judgment is exceptional. It offers a full service from the start and is committed to offering the best advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Carole S. Rendon
    Carole S. Rendon

    Carole S. Rendon

    Carole Rendon's impressive practice sees her handling a variety of matters, including regulatory investigations, civil litigation and white-collar criminal defense.

    • Carole is the best managing partner. She is focused, solution-oriented with a keen sense of being practical.

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    • Carole is smart, aggressive and really digs in to learn the details.

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    • Carole is extremely intelligent but practical. She takes a calm, reasoned approach but is capable of being tough.

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    • Carole knows the ins and outs of a case and develops good strategies.

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    • Carole is an analytical thinker and legendary in white-collar crime.

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  • Steven M Dettelbach
    Steven M Dettelbach

    Steven M Dettelbach

    Following his tenure as Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Steven Dettelbach returned to private practice and represents large businesses in high-stakes investigations.

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  • Terry M Brennan
    Terry M Brennan

    Terry M Brennan

    Head of the litigation department Terry Brennan is well regarded for his white-collar practice. He has significant experience representing both individuals and businesses in investigations brought by the SEC and DOJ.

    • Terry is an outstanding writer and a first rate trial lawyer.

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    • Terry is a very capable white-collar lawyer.

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  • Rachael L Israel
    Rachael L Israel

    Rachael L Israel

    Rachael Israel is well regarded for her white-collar capabilities. She is particularly adept at advising large corporations in the pharmaceutical sector.

    • Rachael shows an ability to handle multiple tasks all at one time. She is very good at reading the actions of the opposing lawyers.

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    • Rachael is incredibly clear and is discerning when making a decision.

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Ranked Individuals at BakerHostetler LLP (4)

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    Carole S. Rendon

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    Steven M Dettelbach

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    Terry M Brennan

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    Rachael L Israel

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