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White Collar Criminal Defense, Corporate Investigations, and Regulatory Compliance:

Businesses today face challenges navigating an increasingly complex regulatory and legal landscape. While the first line of defense is a strong compliance program, even the most responsible business may find itself the subject of a civil, regulatory—or even criminal—government investigation. When that happens, businesses, their boards, executives and employees need counsel experienced in responding to the weight and force of such government actions. The lawyers in Duane Morris’ White-Collar Criminal Defense, Corporate Investigations and Regulatory Compliance Group have extensive experience representing corporate and individual clients in all stages of civil, regulatory and criminal government investigations. They regularly handle complex parallel investigations, involving both criminal authorities, such as the U.S. Department of Justice, and federal and state regulatory agencies such as the SEC, CFTC, FTC, FERC, state attorney general offices, state securities commissions and financial self regulators, including FINRA and NFA. Whether the goal is to convince prosecutors or regulators not to bring enforcement actions or, when necessary, convincing juries in civil or criminal litigation, Duane Morris attorneys have a history of skillfully representing clients in challenging federal and state prosecutions and enforcement proceedings.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Pennsylvania

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What the Team is Known For

Duane Morris is noted in the market for its strong white-collar criminal defense practice. Its attorneys advise on a range of civil and criminal investigations, including those brought by the SEC and other governmental bodies. The team acts for clients from a variety of sectors, such as healthcare.

Work Highlights

  • Duane Morris LLP defended the former US Attorney of Pennsylvania in a DOJ/OIG investigation into public disclosures made by the client in connection with an election fraud investigation that he supervised.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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William M McSwain
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William M McSwain
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William McSwain is a widely respected litigator whose experience as a former US Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania is of great value to his clients. His practice is particularly strong in white-collar criminal matters and internal investigations.

Bill is extremely good in court.

Bill is very engaged and willing to strategize and work with others.

Bill is very practical and very experienced. He has good contacts, communicates well with US attorneys and gives me a lot of credibility.

Bill sees the issues very clearly and quickly. His knowledge is incredible, he identifies the issues efficiently and gives great confidence to the client.

Bill did an amazing job and put me in a better position than any other attorney could. He is attentive and sympathetic.

Christopher Casey
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Christopher Casey
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Christopher Casey routinely represents clients facing white-collar criminal allegations in the healthcare and life sciences industries.

Chris is a tremendous trial lawyer with experience being a public defender.

Chris is brilliant to work with. He was mindful, has a good approach and works hard.

Leigh Skipper
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Leigh Skipper
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Leigh Skipper focuses on advising clients in investigations and litigation across the healthcare, pharmacy, energy and financial services sectors.

Leigh is a former long time federal defender. He is well respected by both the criminal defense and criminal prosecution side of the bar. His deep knowledge, experience and trial savvy are remarkable.

Leigh is a very effective and excellent lawyer.

Leigh is a very experienced criminal defense attorney and a great human being. He is a pleasure to work with.

Mary P Hansen
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Mary P Hansen
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Mary Hansen advises clients facing high stakes investigations by government organizations. She acts for both companies and individuals.

Mary is an excellent lawyer and always very professional and respectful.

Mary is a go-to lawyer for securities issues.

Michael Rinaldi
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Michael Rinaldi
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Michael Rinaldi regularly represents individuals and corporations in white-collar criminal cases involving cryptocurrency fraud, anti-money laundering and securities fraud. Rinaldi is well versed in handling matters with cross-border elements.

Mike has excellent depth of knowledge and is a great mix of aggressive and thoughtful.

Mike is super capable and intelligent. He is able to look at it from different angles and be extremely thorough.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

William M McSwain
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William M McSwain
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Christopher Casey
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Christopher Casey
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Leigh Skipper
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Leigh Skipper
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Mary P Hansen
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Mary P Hansen
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Michael Rinaldi
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Michael Rinaldi
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