Department profile
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2026 : New York
Rankings
Ranked Individuals
Ranked Individuals
About
Provided by Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C.
White collar criminal defense matters require trial lawyers who are not afraid to fight for their clients in conference rooms or courtrooms. This is the cornerstone on which our reputation is built. With an unmatched depth of experience in handling complex white collar criminal cases from investigation through trial and appeal, we regularly represent corporate and individual clients in inquiries and investigations by the U.S. Department of Justice, foreign authorities, state attorneys general, local prosecutors, and in all stages of white collar criminal litigation. Our services range from advising targets of grand jury investigations and witnesses who must appear before them, to guiding clients through the indictment, pretrial, negotiation phases, and representing our clients at trial and on appeal. We also frequently handle matters for individual and corporate clients in parallel investigations by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, self-regulatory organizations, congressional committees, and state and federal agencies.
In recent years, we have been at the forefront of every major white collar issue. Our lawyers are thought leaders who have been recognized for their trial skills by professional organizations, lecture frequently on issues relating to criminal law, and regularly contribute to various well-known publications. The lawyers at our firm have a broad range of prior experience in government service.
Chambers Review
Provided by Chambers
Work Highlights
Provided by Chambers
Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello PC represented Dale Chappell, who was criminally charged with insider trading.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
They have the deepest and most experienced bench of white-collar lawyers who practice at a high level.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAMorvillo lawyers are highly professional and very thorough in working through the issues from all the angles.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAMorvillio has creative, skilled litigators with impeccable judgment.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAMorvillio lawyers are tremendous issue-spotters. They see things that others don't and come up with creative solutions.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Notable Practitioners
Provided by Chambers
Senior Statespeople 
Senior Statespeople Elkan Abramowitz
Elkan Abramowitz draws on decades of experience to represent individual and corporate clients in high-stakes criminal matters involving all forms of white-collar allegations. Elkan is the dean of white-collar crime Bar.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAHe's a legend in the field for a reason. He is the best of the best.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 1 
Band 1 Richard F Albert
Richard Albert's broad practice sees him represent clients under regulatory investigation, as well as defending against criminal allegations including securities fraud, money laundering and FCPA violations. Richard is a real talent and has a great bedside manner.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSARichard's advocacy was first-rate. He is highly experienced in federal criminal law and really struck me as someone who thinks through the issues carefully.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAHe is equally effective in the courtroom and at the negotiating table. He is an amazing strategist and he concisely knows the facts way better than anyone else in the room.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 1 
Band 1 Robert J Anello
Robert Anello's sophisticated white-collar practice sees him regularly act for companies and individual clients facing significant criminal proceedings and investigations. Bob is one of the best lawyers in the field. He is devoted to his clients and will do everything he possibly can to advance their interests and fight for them.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAI was greatly impressed with Bob's judgment and thoughtfulness.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 2 
Band 2 Jeremy H Temkin
Jeremy Temkin is noted for his expertise in matters involving criminal tax allegations, and regularly acts for both companies and individuals in high-stakes criminal investigations. Jeremy is a very experienced and great communicator who works well with clients and co-counsel.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 2 
Band 2 Lisa Zornberg
Lisa draws on her experience as former Chief of the Criminal Division of the SDNY to expertly advise on a range of white-collar criminal matters. She expertly guides clients through complex regulatory enforcement actions and internal investigations.
Lisa's ability to see the big picture is one of her strengths.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSALisa is tenacious and is a very effective advocate for her clients.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 2 
Band 2 Telemachus P. Kasulis
Telemachus Kasulis' practice sees him handle internal and external investigations, regulatory proceedings and enforcement actions for a range of clients. Tim is incredibly compelling and persuasive. He has a brain for strategy like no one I've ever seen.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 3 
Band 3 Brian Jacobs
Brian Jacobs is noted for his sophisticated representation of individuals facing white-collar criminal indictments and government investigations. Brian is highly sophisticated, knowledgeable, professional and responsive.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSABrian is a super writer and oral advocate.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 3 
Band 3 Jonathan S Sack
Jonathan Sack is a respected criminal litigator who draws on extensive experience to represent companies and individuals facing a wide variety of criminal allegations. He is a lawyer who can consider problems with a fresh mind and have enough experience and intellectual capacity to evaluate every scenario and know that every possibility is considered.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAHe is a very smart, careful and sophisticated lawyer.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 3 
Band 3 Richard D Weinberg
Richard Weinberg offers significant experience defending clients facing sensitive and complex investigations by a number of organizations and regulatory bodies, including both the DOJ and SEC. He is a go-to attorney for both companies and individuals. Richard is a top-notch lawyer.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSARichard is equally effective in the courtroom and at the negotiating table. He is an amazing strategist.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 4 
Band 4 Benjamin S. Fischer
Benjamin Fischer is relied on by high-level employees and companies facing complex criminal proceedings arising out of allegations of financial misconduct. He is a very smart and thoughtful advocate.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAHe is an outstanding attorney and fights vigorously for his clients.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSABen's knowledge base is great and his written product is outstanding.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 4 
Band 4 Kate Cassidy
Kate Cassidy defends individual and corporate clients against a variety of state and federal investigations and proceedings, involving fraud, bribery and RICO charges. Kate is a true defense lawyer. She has a super high IQ and is able to navigate difficult situations well.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAShe really understands defense strategy and is an incredibly effective lawyer.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAKate is an incredible advocate.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 4 
Band 4 Robert M Radick
Robert Radick frequently defends companies in white-collar criminal proceedings and investigations. He has particular expertise working with healthcare sector clients. Rob is very hard-working, great at issue-spotting and at working collaboratively with his team and opposing counsel.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSARob radiates integrity.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSARob is very conscientious, detail-oriented and capable of handling a lot of data.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 5 
Band 5 Catherine Foti
Catherine Foti is noted for her expert defence of clients facing criminal and civil investigations, particularly those involving accusations relating to sexual assault. Catherine's judgment is impeccable.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Band 5 
Band 5 Thomas McKay
Thomas McKay is noted particularly for his representation of individuals in a range of white-collar investigations, trials, and appeals, including relating to financial fraud. He also has experience representing organizations across a diverse variety of industries, including healthcare and biotech.
He is smart, strategic and has so much credibility with the government.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSATom is an incredible litigator who knows how to be diplomatic with prosecutors while also seeking his clients' best interests.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAHe is really calm under pressure and shows excellent judgment.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAThomas is quick, bright, detailed and very thoughtful.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
Ranked Individuals at Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. (14)
New York
Elkan Abramowitz
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Richard F Albert
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Robert J Anello
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Jeremy H Temkin
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Lisa Zornberg
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Telemachus P. Kasulis
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Brian Jacobs
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Jonathan S Sack
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Richard D Weinberg
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Benjamin S. Fischer
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Kate Cassidy
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Robert M Radick
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Catherine Foti
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile Thomas McKay
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
View profile
Members
Provided by Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C.
Kate Cassidy
View profile of Kate CassidyThomas McKay
View profile of Thomas McKayRobert J Anello
View profile of Robert J AnelloJeremy H Temkin
View profile of Jeremy H TemkinBrian Jacobs
View profile of Brian JacobsTelemachus P. Kasulis
View profile of Telemachus P. KasulisElkan Abramowitz
View profile of Elkan AbramowitzRichard D Weinberg
View profile of Richard D WeinbergJonathan S Sack
View profile of Jonathan S SackRichard F Albert
View profile of Richard F AlbertLisa Zornberg
View profile of Lisa ZornbergRobert M Radick
View profile of Robert M RadickCatherine Foti
View profile of Catherine FotiBenjamin S. Fischer
View profile of Benjamin S. Fischer
What success is built on
Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.