USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia
Ranked Individuals
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McGuireWoods LLP's government investigations and white-collar litigation team is well respected for its expertise across complex matters, including high-profile criminal proceedings and congressional investigations. The team represents a wide range of clients, including political individuals and multinational companies.
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McGuireWoods is able to provide comprehensive white-collar defense legal services to meet any client need.
The partners at McGuireWoods have the judgment and experience to handle critical and complex matters.
The firm is very effective at negotiating with government agencies and is appropriately aggressive.
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Steven McCool draws widespread praise for his work defending senior executives and other individuals in high-stakes criminal trials, as well as regulatory investigations.
A go-to lawyer whenever you need a strong defense counsel who will work to understand the whole landscape.
Steven's perspective on trial strategy is invaluable, no matter the situation.
Steven is relentless in defending his clients and leaves no stone unturned to provide the best representation possible. He has won seemingly unwinnable cases.
An incredibly zealous and effective advocate.
Julia Coleman has a noteworthy practice, representing companies and individuals in DOJ and SEC investigations as well as internal investigations.
Julia is outstanding in that she masters the facts in a case at a moments notice and is able to respond to whatever arguments the government makes.
Julia is an extremely hard worker and very diligent about the way she approaches her work.
She is extraordinarily smart and hard working.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
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Practice area: Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
Location: Virginia
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Practice area: Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
Location: North Carolina
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