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Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP

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Our white collar defense and investigations team includes numerous former federal prosecutors and former SEC attorneys. We have a proven track record of successfully resolving high-stakes investigations and enforcement actions by the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and many other federal and state agencies. Our attorneys regularly defend clients against investigations and enforcement actions regarding health care fraud, financial and procurement fraud, SEC violations, antitrust violations, environmental crimes, the Foreign Corrupt Practice Act (FCPA), tax fraud, public corruption and the False Claims Act/qui tam. We have decades of experience conducting internal corporate investigations into allegations of misconduct, advising on corporate governance and developing compliance programs.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Pennsylvania

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Faegre Drinker offers strong capabilities in the field of white-collar criminal defense. Its lawyers are routinely sought out to handle cases relating to corruption, bribery, fraud and money laundering allegations. The team acts for individuals as well as corporations across a range of sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Faegre Drinker represented Regeneron in a FCA kickback theory case before the First Circuit.

Strengths

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  • Faegre Drinker knows FCA inside out and is expert in that space. The team is just terrific as it relates to development and mastery of a case.

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  • The lawyers are attentive, focused on details and have deep experience in government investigations.

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  • Faegre Drinker is extremely responsive, thorough and highly knowledgeable. It handled several complex matters and has a breadth of expertise.

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  • The lawyers at Faegre are passionate advocates. They are incredibly responsive and diligent. The arguments they raised truly add value and significantly reduced their clients' liability.

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  • Faegre Drinker's ability to understand a complicated situation and strategically protect clients completely exceeded our expectations. Its lawyers are super savvy, able to learn quick and always respond in time.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Barry Gross
    Band 1Barry Gross

    Barry Gross

    Barry Gross has an impressive record of handling complex civil and criminal litigation, with additional expertise in RICO cases.
    • Barry is top of the food chain. His insights from decades of practice on the prosecution side are invaluable. His ability to understand all the nuances is without peer.

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    • Barry has AUSA expertise, trial perspective, a nice touch with clients and a finger on the pulse of the Philadelphia market.

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    • Barry was extremely knowledgeable and responsive.

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  • Band 1Richard L Scheff
    Band 1Richard L Scheff

    Richard L Scheff

    Richard Scheff has cultivated a great reputation in the white-collar crime market, where he specializes in representing pharmaceutical companies in government investigations. He also represents individuals in criminal proceedings and civil disputes.
    • Rich is perfect. I can always sleep well when he is in charge.

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    • Richard collaborates seamlessly and is a great tactician. He is truly a great resource when developing strategy for how to approach very complex matters.

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    • Rich is fantastic. He is very knowledgeable and is an effective advocate.

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    • Rich is very responsive, has great attention to detail and excellent judgment.

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  • Band 2Jessica Natali
    Band 2Jessica Natali

    Jessica Natali

    Jessica Natali acts for organizations and individuals in white-collar litigation and government investigations. She has particular expertise in matters relating to the False Claims Act.

    • Jessica is a fierce advocate who gets outstanding results.

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    • Jess is a relentless fighter and an amazing advocate for her clients. She really digs in and figures out what the issues are.

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    • Jess is very knowledgeable, gives great advice and really sinks her teeth into it. She is very intelligent and her former prosecutor experience gave her the edge.

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  • Band 4Antonio Pozos
    Band 4Antonio Pozos

    Antonio Pozos

    Antonio Pozos regularly represents individuals in white-collar criminal cases involving high stakes charges, such as bribery, fraud and money laundering. He is well equipped to handle matters with cross-border elements.

    • Antonio is a practical lawyer.

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    • Antonio is a high profile lawyer who I think the world of.

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  • Band 4Carrie Sarhangi Love
    Band 4Carrie Sarhangi Love

    Carrie Sarhangi Love

    Carrie Sarhangi Love acts for clients in investigations and litigation, including qui tam actions. Her practice includes mandates in the real estate and healthcare sectors.
    • Carrie is a very experienced and brilliant attorney. She is able to understand client needs and strategize.

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    • Carrie is a force to be reckoned with. She is very knowledgeable, savvy and good with clients.

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    • She is an incredible advocate and a pleasure to work with.

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    • Carrie is a fantastic partner with the business.

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Ranked Individuals at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP (5)

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