White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
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With decades of experience in criminal trials, McCarthy Tétrault is uniquely positioned among Canadian law firms to represent individuals and companies in connection with serious criminal investigations and prosecutions.
McCarthy Tétrault combines extensive criminal trial expertise with the depth and sophistication required to handle the most complex litigation. The advocacy, judgment and resources that McCarthy Tétrault delivers to clients involved in criminal investigations and prosecutions are unparalleled.
As a national firm with deep experience in cross-border matters and specialists in all key practice areas, we excel in handling complicated investigations from the earliest stages. We have proven expertise in responding to law enforcement and regulators, gathering and assessing evidence, and managing cases involving many witnesses and massive volumes of electronic documents and data.
Chambers Review
McCarthy Tétrault possesses a market-leading litigation team which is well known for its involvement in white-collar cases, particularly in its Toronto and Montréal offices. The firm's white-collar defence and investigations team is recognised for the strength of its client portfolio and the depth of its bench, and is identified for its prevalence in anti-corruption and securities-related issues, as well as criminal competition matters, foreign corrupt practices, economic sanctions, tax evasion and insurance fraud. Its lawyers are frequently credited as a dominant force in professional discipline defence and prosecution, and known for their international reach and multi-jurisdictional capabilities. The firm's client list includes notable individuals and corporations in the finance sector, in addition to a number of Crown corporations.
Work Highlights
- McCarthy Tétrault represented a senior executive of a cryptocurrency token issuer in a securities regulatory investigation and proceeding, involving issuances of digital assets in Canada, the USA and other jurisdictions.
Strengths
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"McCarthy Tétrault provide very comprehensive and in-depth analysis of complex situations. They have a strong team of lawyers and supporting staff. Excellent responsiveness and turnaround of documents."
"They do an excellent job coordinating different workstreams and experts. and consolidating information to provide timely and informative updates to the ultimate client. Top-tier attentiveness."
"They have done a very good job staying focused on the items in the investigation that matter and not getting bogged down. They are prepared to assist on all aspects of these complicated matters."
"The McCarthy team have clear expertise in navigating the processes and expectations of Canadian regulators, which sets them apart from other firms."
"McCarthy Tétrault are available at all times to support my needs."
"McCarthy Tétrault provide very comprehensive and in-depth analysis of complex situations. They have a strong team of lawyers and supporting staff. Excellent responsiveness and turnaround of documents."
"They do an excellent job coordinating different workstreams and experts. and consolidating information to provide timely and informative updates to the ultimate client. Top-tier attentiveness."
"They have done a very good job staying focused on the items in the investigation that matter and not getting bogged down. They are prepared to assist on all aspects of these complicated matters."
"The McCarthy team have clear expertise in navigating the processes and expectations of Canadian regulators, which sets them apart from other firms."
"McCarthy Tétrault are available at all times to support my needs."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Matheson is renowned for the breadth of his experience, covering corporate investigations and compliance, criminal defence and professional disciplinary proceedings. He heads McCarthy Tétrault's national white-collar and investigations group from Toronto.
"Andrew is a legal genius who is cloaked in humility and genuine concern for his clients. The complexity of issues he handles is hidden in his expert communication skills appropriate for the audience."
"Andrew couldn't be more collegial or responsive, in addition to being an exceptionally strong lawyer."
"Andrew is a fantastic lawyer who consistently demonstrates a deep understanding of the legal issues of his clients."
"Andy is a phenomenal resource in all areas of relevance and in the support he provided."
"Andrew has deep experience, an excellent way with clients and regulators, and a keen sense on cross-border issues."
Wendy Berman is a highly experienced securities litigation lawyer and also has represented public companies in complex investigations relating to potential fraud, corporate misconduct and disclosure violations. She is based in McCarthy Tétrault's Toronto office.
"Wendy is phenomenal."
"Wendy is extremely bright and energetic. A very engaging personality, clients love her."
"Wendy is extraordinarily practical and cooperative, but also tenacious and aggressive. She is an absolutely phenomenal lawyer."
"Wendy is a brilliant lawyer and brings her knowledge and experience to all legal engagements."
"Top-level understanding of securities regulation and regulators in Canada. She is clearly a go-to practitioner for sophisticated clients in this space."
Julie-Martine Loranger of McCarthy Tétrault's Montréal office specialises in commercial litigation, with specific expertise in securities litigation and internal investigations. She also has extensive experience in white-collar crime and government investigations, being frequently called upon by politicians to represent consumer interests before a Québec agency.
"Julie-Martine is a great partner to work with."
"Julie-Martine is a very good lawyer, very smart."
"Julie-Martine is extremely well organised and a true leader. She motivates her team and is able to get the best of them."
Natalie Kolos is a highly rated associate who enjoys a strong reputation for her regulatory enforcement practice, often acting for corporate and individual clients in criminal and securities matters.
"She is an outstanding up-and-coming lawyer in this space."
"Natalie is a talented litigator who rapidly develops a strong command of complex case facts to become a highly effective advocate for her clients."
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