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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Illinois

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What the Team is Known For

Katten has a well-regarded practice with notable expertise in white-collar criminal and commercial litigation. It handles a wide array of disputes, including product liability claims, SEC and FTC investigations and insurance matters. Also, the firm conducts internal corporate investigations on behalf of clients into workplace wrongdoing. Key areas of industry focus for the team include financial services, healthcare and real estate. It is also known for its experience in the for-profit education sector. Katten draws on the strength of other practices in the firm to provide support and advice to large financial institutions on regulatory and criminal matters.

Work Highlights

  • Katten represented Zvi Feiner, the former CEO of a nursing home chain, who was indicted for 10 counts of wire fraud for allegedly orchestrating a Ponzi scheme.

Strengths

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We were in the best of hands with Katten. Its level of communication, diligence and availability was absolutely extraordinary. The team was patient, clear and concise.

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Its holistic approach and multi-disciplinary team clearly demonstrates an understanding of the client’s business and needs. It has the expertise to represent corporations and individual defendants and pull from its federal prosecutor experience.

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Katten is the most proactive firm I have worked with. It can see the larger picture and has a deep understanding of the law.

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Katten is a true partner who always looked out for us and was truly informed. It navigated tough situations impeccably well.

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The team was always very well prepared and very responsive to any and all questions. Nothing in this complicated investigation was beyond its expertise.

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Notable Practitioners

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Gil M Soffer
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Gil M Soffer
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Eminent Practitioners
Gil Soffer has demonstrable expertise in handling DOJ, SEC and FTC investigations, as well as defending against criminal proceedings.

Gil has a very keen eye in understanding business realities and translating how it interfaces with the law.

Gil is a prominent and well-regarded attorney.

Gil is an elite lawyer with a great demeanor.

Gil is direct, professional and shows empathy. He is a very seasoned and intelligent attorney.

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Daniel J Collins
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Daniel J Collins
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Daniel Collins excels in high-stakes government investigations such as those into alleged fraudulent conduct and claims of public corruption.

I trust Dan implicitly for his judgment and advice. He approaches every situation calmly and skilfully. He provides actionable advice that is right for our business and our risk profile.

Dan has great insights and outstanding expertise to navigate issues.

Dan is steady in challenging situations and is able to diffuse hostilities. He is skilled in making people feel comfortable yet still conducting a great investigation.

Dan dove into all the nuances of the matter and offered extremely effective advice based on his wide breadth of experience.

Dan is responsive and thoughtful with excellent judgment.

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Christopher Stetler
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Christopher Stetler
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Band 3
Christopher Stetler is recognized for his expert handling of a range of complex criminal white-collar matters including commercial bribery, wire fraud and insider trading.

Chris is the whole package and then some. He keeps things fact-based and provides empathy and peace of mind.

Chris has a great and straight-forward approach. He is great at making connections and earning leaders' trust and credibility.

Chris is an exceptional investigator and trial lawyer.

Chris was a calming presence and clearly outlined every step of the way.

Chris is highly capable and collaborative. He demonstrates exceptional legal judgment, and his work reflects intellectual rigor, technical precision and a steady command of the law.

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Sheldon Zenner
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Sheldon Zenner
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Band 3
Sheldon Zenner is known for his representation of both individuals and corporate clients in a range of government investigations into alleged criminal conduct, including those relating to fraud, price fixing and FCPA violations.

Sheldon is a very nuanced and methodical thinker.

Sheldon is the rare lawyer that can draw from decades of experience while still being completely relevant and in tune with how one reaches commercially reasonable solutions.

Sheldon is exceptionally reliable and communicative. He analyzes complex issues quickly, identifies the most strategically significant points, and articulates clear, actionable recommendations.

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Levi Giovanetto
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Up and Coming

Levi Giovanetto earns excellent praise for his capability handling government investigations on behalf of companies and senior executives.

Levi is a terrific, strategic and really responsive lawyer. He is a consummate professional.

Levi is so intelligent and generous with his time. He has a wide depth of legal expertise and is like a legal scholar.

Levi is a doer. He is really well-organized and humble with his approach.

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Gil M Soffer
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Gil M Soffer
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Eminent Practitioners
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Daniel J Collins
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Daniel J Collins
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Christopher Stetler
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Christopher Stetler
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Sheldon Zenner
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Sheldon Zenner
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Band 3
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Levi Giovanetto
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Up and Coming
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