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Corporate Crime & Investigations (International Firms) - Brazil

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What the Team is Known For

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton benefits from a team of seasoned specialists in white-collar defence and investigations. It is highly rated for representing major clients from the food, banking, investment fund and mining sectors in complex FCPA investigations by the DOJ and SEC, corruption scandals and enforcement actions. The firm's additional capabilities include anti-corruption due diligence and assessment of compliance programmes. High-profile clients in Brazil frequently rely on the team's assistance for high-stakes and sensitive matters.

Work Highlights

  • Cleary Gottllieb represents Odebrecht in two private securities actions in the SDNY.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Lisa Vicens
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Lisa Vicens
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Lisa Vicens co-leads the white-collar defence and investigations department at the firm. She has standout experience assisting individuals and significant clients from the mining, investment fund and telecommunication sectors. Vicens is regularly mandated to assist with internal investigations, assessment of FCPA risks, anti-corruption counselling and due diligence.

Lisa Vicens is an excellent professional. She delivers excellent work.

Lisa is an exceptional lawyer.

Jonathan Kolodner
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Jonathan Kolodner
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Co-head of department Jonathan Kolodner is an established practitioner with a strong practice in Brazil. He is frequently called upon to assist clients, both individuals and corporations, with corruption investigations, compliance assessments and regulatory matters.

Jonathan Kolodner is a spectacular lawyer.

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Corporate Crime & Investigations (International Firms)

Lisa Vicens
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Lisa Vicens
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Jonathan Kolodner
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Jonathan Kolodner
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Band 2