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Latham & Watkins LLP

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Latham & Watkins LLP

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FCPA - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins have a notable international practice with a deep bench of former federal prosecutors and SEC officials. The practice is well equipped to handle major cross-border investigations, including those arising out of alleged FCPA violations and other anticorruption matters. The team also provides ongoing compliance advice, including the structuring and implementation of compliance programs. The practitioners act for clients in cases across multiple jurisdictions, including in Africa, the Middle East and Asia, and regularly represent companies and individuals in the financial services and pharmaceutical industries, among others.

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Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins represented Honeywell in multi-agency investigations arising out of alleged anti-corruption violations in Brazil and Algeria. The team secured the early termination of a DPA.

Strengths

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  • The Latham team has stood out as extremely knowledgeable, yet personable and technically sound.

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  • Latham has impeccable judgment. They foresee how issues will play out, and are great at coordinating with stakeholders. From senior partner to associate, the Latham team is consistently excellent.

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  • Latham has a lot of insights into DOJ and solid technical knowledge.

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  • Latham & Watkins not only provides technical expertise on specific rules, but also brings useful strategic advice on how best to solve a problem.

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  • Latham lawyers are sophisticated in their understanding of business operations, motivations and technical nuances. They are able to get to the heart of a matter quickly.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Ryan Rohlfsen
    Ryan Rohlfsen

    Ryan Rohlfsen

    Ryan Rohlfsen co-chairs the Ropes & Gray anticorruption group and is frequently called on by domestic and international companies under investigation by US regulators for alleged bribery and FCPA violations.

    • Ryan is super responsive and quick to give advice. He helps to find the path forward and alleviate concerns.

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    • Ryan has frequent dealings with the DOJ and SEC and can provide valuable perspective on how to frame the issues. He is a very client-focused lawyer.

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    • Ryan is incredibly knowledgeable, strategic and practical. He integrates seamlessly into discussions with all levels of the legal and commercial teams.

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    • Ryan is well-respected by the DOJ and SEC.

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  • Alice S Fisher
    Alice S Fisher

    Alice S Fisher

    Alice Fisher is a notable white-collar defense attorney at Latham & Watkins who frequently undertakes FCPA mandates, including major investigations and compliance advice, as part of a broader criminal practice.

    • Alice is a pro at big-picture strategy and managing executive leadership.

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    • Alice is an absolutely terrific lawyer. She has tremendous judgment.

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  • Douglas Greenburg
    Douglas Greenburg

    Douglas Greenburg

    Douglas Greenburg is an experienced practitioner who advises an impressive array of clients on a range of FCPA issues, including corporate compliance and regulatory proceedings.

    • Doug is a very capable lawyer.

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  • Erin Brown Jones
    Erin Brown Jones

    Erin Brown Jones

    Erin Brown Jones expertly counsels clients on enforcement, compliance and litigation matters, with a strong focus on FCPA violations.

    • Erin is an excellent and pragmatic lawyer.

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    • I really value Erin for her ability to blend pragmatism with insight and experience.

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    • Erin consistently provides top-notch client service.

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    • Erin is among the best in client service and in navigating complex issues.

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    • Erin is a very sharp lawyer. She has a very good handle on both compliance and investigations.

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