Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
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About
Provided by Kaplan Marino, PC
Intro:
Kaplan Marino is a leader in complex and high-profile white-collar crime and government investigations, combining decades of profound criminal defense experience with a global reputation for excellence. Our firm is distinguished for its adept representation of a diverse clientele, including corporate executives, high-net-worth individuals, and prominent public figures. We specialize in deconstructing the black-and-white aggressive prosecution tactics, turning intricate legal disputes into clear victories for our clients.
Recent High-Profile Court Victory:
Stunning Defeat for U.S. Attorney's Office | May 17, 2024
In a landmark case, Kaplan Marino secured a complete acquittal for a CEO of a leading engineering firm in Honolulu. Over a ten-week trial featuring 41 government witnesses, the jury reached not-guilty verdicts on all charges in under twelve hours. The prosecution's attempt to label campaign donations as bribes was dismantled by Nina Marino, who successfully argued that these donations were legitimate and unconnected to any criminal conduct.
Main Areas of Practice
- FRAUD
- PUBLIC CORRUPTION
- CYBERCRIME
- CONSPIRACY
- MONEY LAUNDERING
- INTERNATIONAL EXTRADITION
- THEFT & EMBEZZLEMENT
- HOMICIDE
- ASSAULT & BATTERY
- VEHICULAR OFFENSES
Chambers Review
Kaplan Marino is a Los Angeles-based criminal boutique firm which is known for its broad capabilities within the field. The group is experienced in the representation of high profile individuals in matters including healthcare, cybersecurity, public corruption and more.
Work Highlights
- Kaplan Marino defended Dennis Mistunaga, President of Mitsunaga and Associates, following allegations he organized and paid bribes to the Honolulu State Prosecutor in exchange for the prosecution of a former employee.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They effectively represented the company before the government and the team was timely, effective and thorough."
"They appear to be deeply and emotionally involved in the welfare of, and achieving a positive outcome for, their clients."
"They effectively represented the company before the government and the team was timely, effective and thorough."
"They appear to be deeply and emotionally involved in the welfare of, and achieving a positive outcome for, their clients."
Notable Practitioners
Nina Marino has cultivated an excellent reputation in the market for her skillful representation of senior executives in white-collar criminal litigation.
"She's one of most pleasantly dogged lawyers I have seen. She doesn't give up, she's just unstoppable in trying to get what is best for clients."
"She is very, very good. Nina is extremely senior; she knows what she is doing and she's seen it all. She knows everything about judges and courts and she is extremely helpful."
"She is dogged in getting to bottom of things, but she's smart and flexible. She is very focused on her clients' interests and she is really top notch."
Ranked Lawyers at
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