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Dowd Bennett LLP

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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Dowd Bennett LLP

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Missouri

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What the Team is Known For

Dowd Bennett is an esteemed litigation boutique with a strong reputation for its high-profile cases. It is highly respected for its prominent practitioners in white-collar criminal defense and government investigations.

Strengths

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  • They're an excellent boutique trial firm.

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  • They are no-nonsense trial attorneys who work hand in hand with the client and the full defense team to get the job done. They operate as a well-oiled machine.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleJames G Martin
    Senior StatespeopleJames G Martin

    James G Martin

    James Martin is known for his expertise in white-collar defense and criminal investigations. He frequently coordinates defense against class actions and handles False Claims Act litigation.
    • Jim is the very best lawyer representing executives. He is highly regarded and was priceless in helping me make key decisions.

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  • Band 1Edward Dowd Jr
    Band 1Edward Dowd Jr

    Edward Dowd Jr

    Edward Dowd is frequently sought out for his white-collar and criminal investigations practice. His clients typically include professional service firms and corporations.

  • Band 1Jim Bennett
    Band 1Jim Bennett

    Jim Bennett

    Jim Bennett is highly regarded for both his commercial and white-collar criminal litigation work.
    • Jim is one of finest trial lawyers in the country in my opinion. He knows how to work the case, he's approachable and an all-round good person, and that really shows in the way he litigates. People trust him and people like him, which helps us get better results in court.

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  • Band 1Michelle Nasser
    Band 1Michelle Nasser

    Michelle Nasser

    Michelle Nasser is a former federal prosecutor who plays a lead role in handling many of Dowd Bennett's key white-collar defense mandates, including a broad spectrum of criminal investigations and federal administrative hearings.
    • She's a fabulous trial lawyer. She's very smart, quick on her feet, and both prosecutors and plaintiff lawyers respect her. She's an ideal person to work with.

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    • I think she is a fantastic lawyer, with tremendous jdugement. She's an unflappable, tenacious advocate and a great trial lawyer.

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    • She's a talented attorney that gets a great result for her clients. She's incredibly hardworking , intelligent and she's got really good judgement - she knows which battles to fight and ones which aren't worth fighting.

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Ranked Individuals at Dowd Bennett LLP (4)

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    James G Martin

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    Edward Dowd Jr

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    Jim Bennett

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    Michelle Nasser

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