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Fox Rothschild

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

USA Guide 2026 : Pennsylvania


Fox Rothschild

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Sharp. Tenacious. Pragmatic.

When everything is on the line — your reputation, your livelihood, your company — our attorneys have your back. We defend individuals, corporations and executives facing the full spectrum of government scrutiny, from regulatory inquiries and enforcement actions to grand jury investigations and criminal prosecutions. We also design and strengthen compliance programs, conduct sensitive internal investigations, navigate parallel proceedings and help clients manage the reputational fallout that often accompanies a government investigation or criminal charge.

Our attorneys aren't just litigators — they're battle-hardened trial lawyers. Many are former federal prosecutors and Justice Department attorneys who have investigated and prosecuted everything from environmental crimes and financial fraud to organized crime and public corruption. They bring insider knowledge of how law enforcement and government agencies think, strategize and build cases — and they use it to your advantage. Other members of the team have spent decades in private practice defending major corporations and prominent individuals in high-stakes criminal and civil matters, giving them a detailed understanding of what clients need when the pressure is at its peak. With technology playing a growing role in investigations of all types, our team stays at the forefront of new developments in the law.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Pennsylvania

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Fox Rothschild wins praise for its impressive white-collar criminal defense practice. Its lawyers act for clients from a wide range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals and hospitality. They handle work ranging from securities litigation and criminal tax matters to money laundering allegations.

Work Highlights

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  • Fox Rothschild defended its client in connection with a federal court lawsuit filed by DOJ seeking to collect penalties for wilful non-reporting of Swiss and Panamanian bank accounts.

Strengths

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  • Fox Rothschild has deep knowledge, expertise and a complete understanding of both sides of the bar so are always able to give the best advice. The team was a cohesive unit and always handled issues in a timely manner.

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  • Fox Rothschild is very attentive and responsive. Its lawyers were knowledgeable and very thorough.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Patrick J. Egan
    Band 1Patrick J. Egan

    Patrick J. Egan

    Patrick Egan has an enviable practice advising clients on federal white-collar criminal defense matters.

    • Pat is very knowledgeable and thorough.

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    • Patrick is a great resource on any case. He is nimble and a true believer in criminal defense.

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    • Pat is an incredible trial lawyer. He is smart, strategic and gets really good results.

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    • Patrick is a very talented lawyer. He quickly sizes up a case, figures out the strengths and weaknesses, exploits the strengths well and neutralizes the weaknesses.

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    • Patrick is a luminary.

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  • Band 2Kevin Raphael
    Band 2Kevin Raphael

    Kevin Raphael

    Kevin Raphael acts for clients facing litigation and investigations arising from allegations such as fraud. He is particularly experienced in cases in the healthcare sector.

    • Kevin's attention to detail and level of preparedness stands out.

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    • Kevin has strength in the healthcare sector.

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    • Kevin was fantastic to work with. He went over and above.

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  • Band 3Matthew Lee
    Band 3Matthew Lee

    Matthew Lee

    Matthew Lee offers impressive skill in the white-collar criminal defense arena. He regularly acts for clients on criminal tax matters, as well as advising on compliance issues. He also co-chairs the firm's white-collar criminal defense and regulatory compliance practice group.

    • Matt is very knowledgeable.

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    • Matt is creative and willing to pursue alternative ideas.

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    • Matthew is a really good go-to for criminal tax issues.

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  • Band 4Charles DeMonaco
    Band 4Charles DeMonaco

    Charles DeMonaco

    Charles DeMonaco acts for both individuals and organizations in investigations and litigation. He has a broad practice with experience in areas such as environment and healthcare.
    • Chuck kept us appraised of everything and was sensitive.

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    • Charles is a great lawyer.

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  • Band 4Ian Comisky
    Band 4Ian Comisky

    Ian Comisky

    Ian Comisky has a strong reputation for his experience in defending both companies and individuals facing allegations of white-collar crimes. He offers expertise in securities fraud and criminal tax matters.
    • Ian is an expert in tax matters.

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    • Ian is a very smart and creative lawyer.

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    • Ian is extremely well known in criminal tax defense and has handled the most difficult cases.

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    • Ian is super smart, hard-working and experienced. He is willing to dig into the details and come up with thorough analysis and creative solutions.

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  • Band 4Jana Volante Walshak
    Band 4Jana Volante Walshak

    Jana Volante Walshak

    Jana Volante Walshak is a talented white-collar attorney with a focus on advising clients on both internal and external investigations.

    • Jana is a super smart lawyer.

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Ranked Individuals at Fox Rothschild (6)

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