
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite
USA Guide 2026 : New York
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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP advised American Express Company in a five-year investigation into several of the bank’s sales practices by the Department of Justice.
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They are extremely diligent and dedicated to our matters. They are available whenever I need them.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAWhat I feel distinguishes the firm as a whole is their rare combination of talent and humility.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSADebevoise is extremely practical, sharp and has seen everything.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAThey're straight shooters and very effective advocates.
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Bruce E Yannett
Chair of the white collar and regulatory defense group, Bruce Yannett is regularly called upon by a host of market-leading companies facing high-stakes criminal investigations. His sophisticated practice covers the defense of allegations such as fraud, money laundering and FCPA violations.
Eminent Practitioners 
Eminent Practitioners 
Mary Jo White
Mary Jo White offers unparalleled experience dealing with business-critical investigations and regulatory enforcement proceedings, having previously served as chair of the SEC. She is the preeminent practitioner in the space.
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Andrew J Ceresney
Andrew Ceresney co-chairs the firm's prestigious litigation department and defends major institutions in regulatory investigations, as well as criminal and civil litigation. He is cochair of the firm's litigation department.
Andrew is one the best litigators I've worked with.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAAndrew is incredibly responsive and a true expert.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAAndrew has the ability to quickly connect with the client and understand their goals, which leads to effective and sound recommendations.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAAndrew is one of the most elite and effective defense lawyers in the country.
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Daniel Gitner
Daniel Gitner is a highly seasoned defense lawyer. Leveraging his prior position as chief of the criminal division in the US attorney’s office for the SDNY, Daniel advises on a broad range of white‑collar investigations, including fraud, bribery, and embezzlement allegations.
He is one of the premier white-collar attorneys of his generation. He is savvy and bold.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAEverybody trusts Daniels judgment and skills. He is really thoughtful and talented.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSADaniel is one of the best trial lawyers I know.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAHis reputation, integrity and work ethic is unparalleled.
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Helen Cantwell
Helen Cantwell is widely recognized for her expertise in handling internal investigations relating to allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct, as well as her representation of clients facing external regulatory investigations and complex criminal proceedings. She is also co-chair of the white-collar and regulatory defense group.
Helen is laser-sharp and has an adept manner working with clients and organisations. She provides practical and sound advice.
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Band 1 
Band 1 
John Gleeson
Former federal judge and prosecutor John Gleeson operates a wide-ranging litigation practice, with expertise in both civil and white-collar proceedings. John is a consummate professional. His insights are invaluable.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAJohn has the exact balance of legal acumen and compassion.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Winston Paes
Winston Paes applies his strong prosecutorial background in securities and business fraud to his representation of companies in white-collar proceedings and internal investigations. Winston provides excellent counsel to clients when navigating challenging issues.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAHe has genuine enthusiasm and passion for the work he does.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAWinston has a rare combination of competency with humility.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAHe is smart, knowledgeable and reasonable.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite respondentUSAWinston is someone who the courts respect. He is a tremendous trial lawyer and court advocate.
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Band 4 
Band 4 
Jane Shvets
Jane Shvets demonstrates a strong track record of defending large institutions in complex criminal investigations. Jane is excellent. She provides a great client service and has a really good demeanour.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming 
Courtney Dankworth
Courtney Dankworth focuses on representing clients in regulator defense and internal investigations, including those in connection with financial services clients.
Courtney is super accessible, totally reliable, calm and gives thoughtful advice.
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Band 3 USA 2026
Practice area: Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
Location: District of Columbia
View department profile for USA 2026Band 4 USA 2026
Practice area: Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
Location: California
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