
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2026 : New York
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Hecker Fink LLP represented Do Kwon, the founder of Terra, in connection with an indictment by the US Attorneys Office of the Southern District of New York.
Strengths
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They are a go-to firm with a deep bench of partners.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAHecker Fink has a remarkable team of seasoned and commercially-sensitive lawyers drawn from elite corners of the Bar.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAI have total confidence in this group. They have great expertise and rock solid judgment.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAThey have excellent judgment and credibility.
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Sean Hecker
Sean Hecker wins universal acclaim for his sophisticated practice, which regularly sees him called on to defend complex, high-stakes criminal trials. Sean is a top-flight, excellent advocate.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSASean is extremely smart, resourceful and connects really well with clients.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSASean Hecker is one the leading lawyers in his generation.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSASean has always been at the very top of his profession.
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Jenna Dabbs
Jenna Dabbs' prominent practice sees her represent both individual and corporate clients facing allegations such as fraud, corruption and FCA violations. Jenna has tremendous judgment, experience and a real depth to her.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAShe is incredibly hard-working, and has a great handle of the details and an ability to see the big picture and make effective arguments for her clients.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAShe is incredibly diligent, very talented and cuts to the chase.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAJenna is among the finest lawyers I have worked with.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAJenna has great attention to detail and is very easy to work with. She is a brilliant advocate.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
David Patton
David Patton draws on his experience as a federal defender to advise clients in government and internal investigations, as well as litigation. David is noted for his expertise in a range of issues, including fraud and insider trading.
David has credibility with judges.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSADavid is a terrific trial lawyer. He has a way of explaining complicated concepts in an accessible way.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSADavid is a true defense lawyer who gets extraordinary results for his clients.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Michael Ferrara
Michael Ferrara's practice benefits from his experience as a former federal prosecutor. He expertly represents clients in matters relating to crypto, insider trading and swap-market manipulation. Mike is a passionate and brilliant advocate.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAMike is incredibly dynamic, charismatic and good on his feet.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAMike is an excellent advocate, strategic lawyer and thinker.
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Band 4 
Band 4 
Marshall Miller
Marshall Miller guides his clients through internal investigations, civil litigation and government enforcements. He is experienced in handling anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, civil rights and international enforcement actions.
He is a brilliant strategist and a smart and fair negotiator. You do not find his level of experience every day.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAMarshall is someone with impeccable government experience and strong white-collar skills.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAMarshall combines an incredible ability to understand every detail with a broad holistic sense of strategy and excellent judgment.
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Band 4 
Band 4 
Shawn Crowley
Shawn Crowley leverages her experience as formal federal prosecutor to represent clients in a range of criminal investigations and litigation. Shawn is a really great trial lawyer and clients really like her.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAShawn is extremely well respected, thoughtful and hard-working. You want her in your corner.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAShawn is a super zealous advocate.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming 
David Gopstein
David Gopstein is noted for his skill in regulatory enforcement, investigations and litigation brought by the DOJ and SEC.
David is a fantastic advocate and is great at oral arguments.
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAHe is responsible, great to work with and tenacious.
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