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Jenner & Block LLP

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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Jenner & Block LLP

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - California

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Jenner & Block offers clients a dynamic white-collar criminal defense practice known for its expertise in high-stake trials and investigations. The practice benefits from a deep bench of lawyers with extensive government backgrounds, who represent an array of global companies, leading sports teams and technology companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Jenner & Block represented Jesse Powell, the chairperson of Payward, in a hacking and cyberstalking federal investigation.

Strengths

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  • The team at Jenner & Block is very responsive to client needs and provides great work product and advice.

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  • In Jenner & Block's white-collar group, I have the perfect team that has expertise in both complex civil litigation and complex criminal defense.

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  • They are incredibly responsive.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Reid J Schar
    Band 1Reid J Schar

    Reid J Schar

    Reid Schar is called on for his in-depth expertise in handling complex investigations matters, including both internal proceedings and those conducted by external agencies, such as the SEC and DOJ. He splits his time between the firm's Chicago and San Francisco offices.
    • Reid Schar is incredibly smart, very strategic and very responsive.

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  • Band 2Brandon Fox
    Band 2Brandon Fox

    Brandon Fox

    Brandon Fox is an experienced and highly regarded trial lawyer who offers a wealth of experience in criminal defense matters. He is well versed in matters involving FCPA, securities fraud and healthcare fraud.
    • Brandon knows how the matter would play out and how to get to the right outcome. He is informative, educational, collaborative and always available to discuss the case.

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    • Brandon Fox offers excellent client service, communication skills, emotional intelligence and strategic vision.

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  • Up and ComingCarolyn Small
    Up and ComingCarolyn Small

    Carolyn Small

    Carolyn Small draws from a wealth of experience as a former AUSA to advise clients facing a broad array of criminal investigations and enforcement proceedings. She offers notable skills in advising on alleged financial crimes.

    • Carolyn is really smart, very effective and has a lot of credibility with the United States Attorney's Office

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    • Carolyn Small is a deep subject-matter expert on investigations. She has astute judgment on some really sensitive investigations. Her relationships with prosecutors, both locally and nationally, are instrumental.

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Ranked Individuals at Jenner & Block LLP (3)

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    Reid J Schar

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    Carolyn Small

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