FCPA
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 5
Chambers Review
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is highlighted for its strong anti-corruption and investigations practice. The firm is adept at representing clients in investigations by the DOJ, SEC and regulatory authorities in foreign jurisdictions. The group is also noted for its ability to conduct internal investigations and to provide assistance with compliance matters. They are frequently called upon to defend clients from a range of different industries such as telecommunications, technology and energy.
Work Highlights
- Cleary Gottlieb represents Vale in investigation and litigation proceedings in connection with allegations of corrupt payments in Africa.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Cleary Gottlieb is highly qualified and knowledgeable on multi-jurisdictional regulation."
"The firm is knowledgeable on every detail that exists about the FCPA and they are also experts in leading investigations. The team has world class seasoned experts that can handle any type of FCPA-related case."
"The team produces high quality work in addition to being very responsive."
"The team at Cleary Gottlieb is highly qualified and knowledgeable on multi-jurisdictional regulation."
"The firm is knowledgeable on every detail that exists about the FCPA and they are also experts in leading investigations. The team has world class seasoned experts that can handle any type of FCPA-related case."
"The team produces high quality work in addition to being very responsive."
Notable Practitioners
David Last is a Washington, DC based partner at Cleary Gottlieb. As former chief of the FCPA unit, he offers invaluable expertise advising clients on government and internal investigations.
Lisa Vicens is a New York based partner at Cleary Gottlieb. She is recognized for her expert handling of a broad range of FCPA-related matters. She has notable experience working on matters relating to Latin America, aided by her ability to speak Spanish fluently.
"Lisa always has great insight that adds value to any discussion."
"She is a South American expert in this space."
"Lisa is thorough, practical and has great communication skills."
Jonathan Kolodner is a Cleary Gottlieb partner based out of New York. He maintains a broad practice representing high profile executives and major companies in government and internal investigations, as well as compliance matters.
"He is an absolute expert in this space."
Ranked Lawyers at
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
USA - Nationwide