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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
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Gerger Hennessy Martin & Peterson represented the founder of OVG – the developer of entertainment venues and sports arenas – in an indictment alleging bid-rigging in building the Moody Center in Austin, Texas
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They are incredibly smart and hard-working lawyers.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAThe team demonstrate knowledge of the entire life-cycle of an investigation — from the initial informal inquiry and grand jury subpoenas, to negotiating resolutions and handling sentencing.
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Star Individuals 
Star Individuals David Gerger
David Gerger has a superb track record of representing individual and corporate clients in highly sensitive criminal trials and government investigations. David is top of the game.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSADavid Gerger is one of the best white-collar criminal defense lawyers nationally; he's brilliant.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAHis leadership ability is unmatched.
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Band 2 
Band 2 Ashlee Martin
Ashlee Martin leverages her impressive DOJ background to assist clients with a wide range of investigations and criminal proceedings including healthcare fraud, money laundering and securities fraud issues. Ashlee is very knowledgeable on criminal law.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAAshlee has the ability to get along well with clients and co-counsel.
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Band 3 
Band 3 Heather Peterson
Heather Peterson has considerable expertise which spans white-collar investigations as well as trials in both state and federal courts. Heather is a phenomenal litigator and strategist.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAHeather is a brilliant lawyer who is organized and knows all the facts.
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Band 3 
Band 3 Matt Hennessy
Matt Hennessy handles federal and state criminal cases as well as investigations concerning FCPA and money laundering.
Matt is a well-prepared, smart, and gifted trial lawyer.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming Poorav Rohatgi
Poorav Rohatgi is a recognized white-collar attorney noted for his expertise in government investigations and enforcement proceedings. He is active in the healthcare, mining, aviation and financial services industries.
Poorav is a very smart lawyer.
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Ranked Individuals at Gerger Hennessy Martin & Peterson LLP (5)
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David Gerger
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