About

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When the stakes are high, companies and individuals turn to Bracewell’s government enforcement and investigations team for advice and guidance. We have one of the most respected white-collar teams in the country, with decades of collective experience as defense lawyers, former prosecutors, regulators and federal judges.

We draw on our broad and diverse background to provide strategic and informed advice to companies and individuals faced with federal or state enforcement actions or investigations. Our team conducts internal investigations and develops, reviews and audits corporate compliance programs to help minimize the risk of violations and reduce the likelihood of prosecution in government investigations. We help also companies identify and address issues related to discrimination, harassment and retaliation. If we uncover past misconduct during an internal audit and investigation, we make confidential recommendations on the best way to handle the situation and avoid similar issues in the future.

We vigorously defend individuals and companies in white-collar investigations and prosecution at various levels of government. Our team has been at the forefront of numerous notable actions and secured favorable outcomes in highly sensitive, and often complex, matters. Our lawyers are highly regarded among their peers and are frequently sought out by judges and corporate executives to monitor compliance with policies, procedures, laws, regulations and ethics programs.

Chambers Review

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: Highly Regarded - New York

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What the Team is Known For

The respected team at Bracewell LLP is capable of handling a wide range of government investigations and white-collar proceedings. Frequently engaged to conduct internal investigations and lead privilege reviews. Experienced in defending both individuals and corporations against criminal allegations.

Work Highlights

  • Bracewell LLP served as coordinated counsel to members of the Sackler family, who own Purdue Pharma LP, the manufacturer of OxyContin, involving a review by the DOJ and related civil litigation and bankruptcy matters.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Barbara Jones
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Barbara Jones
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Senior Statespeople
Former district court judge Barbara Jones brings a wealth of experience handling white-collar matters. She devotes her private practice to conducting internal investigations and providing clients with regulatory compliance advice.

Barbara is a superstar.

Seth DuCharme
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Seth DuCharme
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Band 4
Seth Ducharme is known for his expert representation of clients facing allegations including wire fraud, market manipulation and fraudulent misrepresentations.

Seth is an excellent lawyer and advocate. He has great judgment and can read a room.

Seth is unflappable. He is very good at navigating the most complex situations.

He is a superstar and is well respected.

Nicole Boeckmann
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Nicole Boeckmann
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Band 5

Nicole Boeckmann represents individuals and corporations in connection with investigations by federal and state regulators, as well as local investigative agencies. She is also noted for her expertise in crypto and healthcare-related investigations and enforcement actions, among others.

Nicole is an outstanding attorney.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

Barbara Jones
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Barbara Jones
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Senior Statespeople
Seth DuCharme
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Seth DuCharme
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Band 4
Nicole Boeckmann
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Nicole Boeckmann
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Band 5

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