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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite - New York

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What the Team is Known For

Milbank LLP is a respected litigation practice that offers notable strength in white-collar matters, often advising on investigations and enforcement actions in disputes concerning FCPA violations, criminal antitrust, securities fraud and wider financial fraud claims. Houses a respected bench of talented litigators, and offers notable capability handling complex multi-jurisdictional disputes for financial sector clients, as well as a strong track record in defending individuals facing high-stakes criminal and regulatory matters.

Work Highlights

  • Milbank successfully represented Edward Kosinski, an individual accused of criminally possessing stolen handwritten lyrics to songs from the Eagles’ 1976 album 'Hotel California'.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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George S Canellos
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George S Canellos
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Band 1
George Canellos enjoys a reputation as one of the city's most sought-after criminal defense attorneys, winning widespread acclaim for a sophisticated practice that includes high-stakes criminal trials and regulatory investigations.

George is an exceptional adviser with deep industry understanding.

George fights hard for his clients. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the DOJ and the SEC. He gets into the weeds and is a wonderful advocate.

George is great for advocating on complex issues in law.

George is one of the premier white-collar defense lawyers in the city.

Nola Heller
3
Nola Heller
3
Band 3
Nola Heller offers valuable trial experience and defends both individuals and companies against the full range of white-collar criminal allegations.

She is truly world-class.

Nola's responses are instantaneous. She is supportive and intelligent.

Scott Edelman
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Scott Edelman
5
Band 5
Chairman of the firm Scott Edelman is recognized for the deft guidance he provides to companies facing criminal investigations and trials.

Scott is a really good business partner.

Scott is a fantastic lawyer.

Scott is a truly brilliant attorney and person.

Tawfiq Rangwala
5
Tawfiq Rangwala
5
Band 5

Tawfiq is noted for his expertise in white-collar matters including regulatory and enforcement proceedings. He routinely handles internal investigations on behalf of financial institutions and multinational companies.

Tawfiq Rangwala is an exceptional advocate.

Tawfiq is very knowledgeable and effective with regulators.

Matthew Laroche
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Matthew Laroche
U
Up and Coming

Matthew Laroche advises clients, including financial institutions, corporates, asset managers, boards, and individuals in a variety of white-collar matters, including cross-border investigations.

Matt is an awesome lawyer. He is a superstar.

Matt is a brilliant attorney.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

George Canellos
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George Canellos
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Band 1
Nola Heller
3
Nola Heller
3
Band 3
Scott Edelman
5
Scott Edelman
5
Band 5
Tawfiq Rangwala
5
Tawfiq Rangwala
5
Band 5
Matthew Laroche
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Matthew Laroche
U
Up and Coming