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Morrison Foerster

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Global Guide 2026 : USA

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UNMATCHED INSIGHTS. PRACTICAL APPROACH. TRUSTED ADVISERS. GLOBAL REACH.

With a team comprised of former federal prosecutors and regulators, veteran defense lawyers, and seasoned foreign counsel, Morrison & Foerster has significant experience handling investigations and compliance matters on six continents and in more than 65 countries worldwide. Our investigations team understands how regulators think and can anticipate their next move. We approach each engagement from the client’s perspective, drawing on our collective experience to offer practical advice that balances risk with the reality of running a business. Our clients routinely seek our guidance in:

  • Developing and Testing Compliance Programs​
  • Mitigating Risk in Business Partner Relationships
  • Performing Transactional Due Diligence
  • Undertaking Internal Investigations
  • Defending Against Enforcement Agencies in the U.S. and Abroad
  • Conducting Risk Assessments

Our team has extensive experience across a broad range of issues involving the FCPA and other anti-corruption laws around the world, including the U.K. Bribery Act, Sarbanes-Oxley, the whistleblower provisions of the Dodd-Frank Act, international trade, export control and sanctions laws, anti-money laundering laws, and the Bank Secrecy Act, among others.

We leverage our global network of resources and experience to ensure seamless geographic coverage for our clients.

Discover more at www.mofo.com/FCPA

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FCPA - USA

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Morrison Foerster's thriving FCPA practice with a strong bench of attorneys that includes a number of former federal prosecutors and regulatory experts. Frequently conducts internal investigations on behalf of large corporations and their executives, as well as advising on complex anticorruption investigations brought by the US and international governments. Particularly noted for its strong reputation in the technology space and in Asian markets. Also has an impressive client roster in the pharmaceutical, construction and retail sectors, and a growing reputation in Latin America. Handles a broad range of compliance matters including corporate monitorships.
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Work Highlights

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  • Morrison Foerster represented McKinsey & Co. in an FCPA investigation involving South Africa.

Strengths

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  • The team is deeply impressive.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Charles Duross
    Charles Duross

    Charles Duross

    Charles Duross is coleader of Morrison Foerster's FCPA and global anticorruption practice. He draws widespread acclaim for his sophisticated handling of a broad range of FCPA-related issues, including DOJ and SEC investigations, export sanctions and compliance monitoring.

    • He is amazing.

      FCPA respondentGlobal
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  • James Koukios
    James Koukios

    James Koukios

    James Koukios co-leads the FCPA and global anticorruption practice at Morrison Foerster. He is called on by corporations and their high ranking employees to guide them through complex regulatory investigations and to conduct internal investigations.

    • He is excellent.

      FCPA respondentGlobal
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  • Ruti Smithline
    Ruti Smithline

    Ruti Smithline

    Ruti Smithline is cochair of Morrison Foerster's Latin America Desk where she is noted for her significant experience leading both internal and external investigations for clients with operations in Latin America.

    • Ruti is very knowledgeable.

      FCPA respondentGlobal
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