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Kirkland & Ellis

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia


Kirkland & Ellis

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - District of Columbia

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Kirkland & Ellis's well-regarded litigation practice boasts national and global reach. The group acts for large multinational corporations in white-collar litigation and complex enforcement proceedings. The firm represents clients from a broad range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, financial services and technology. It is known for the strength of its trial practice as well as its ability to handle investigations brought by the SEC, the DOJ and congressional committees. It also regularly appears before arbitration panels and appellate courts.

Work Highlights

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  • Kirkland & Ellis has advised Credit Suisse and its executives on government investigations relating to cross-border tax and other alleged criminal violations.

Strengths

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  • Kirkland is an incredibly deep firm with a bench of incredibly talented litigators.

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  • Kirkland offers a wealth of resources and deep expertise. The quality of the work is exceptional.

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  • Kirkland has immaculate trial instincts and really understands the client's side.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleW Neil Eggleston
    Senior StatespeopleW Neil Eggleston

    W Neil Eggleston

    Neil Eggleston is a renowned partner of Kirkland & Ellis. He has impressive experience in the upper echelons of government, as well as a significant corporate defense and investigations practice.

    • Neil has a really deep understanding of government apparatus.

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  • Band 6Nader H Salehi
    Band 6Nader H Salehi

    Nader H Salehi

    Nader Salehi is highly regarded for his work representing clients before the SEC FINRA and FDA.

    • Nader has a good understanding of FINRA and has a good commercial sense of how to deal with complex matters.

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Ranked Individuals at Kirkland & Ellis (2)

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    W Neil Eggleston

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    Nader H Salehi

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