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Nixon Peabody LLP

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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Nixon Peabody LLP

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Litigation typically accounts for the largest part of a company’s legal spend. We never lose sight of the disruption and cost of these disputes to our clients. We control cost without compromise, collaborating with clients throughout to ensure that legal and business decisions are compatible—from early case evaluation to strategy development, budgeting and, if required, to trial. Trial should be a last resort. We make aggressive use of early case assessment, evaluating all options including mediation, arbitration, settlement and trial to provide the most efficient and effective means possible for our clients to reach a positive outcome. When trial is the best course of action, we assess the risk, develop a strategy, pursue aggressively and focus on a winning result.

Our winning record in cases tried to verdict or judgment is exceptional, and our record of resolving cases by dispositive motion, thus avoiding unnecessary litigation in the early stages is likewise outstanding. We are also adept at negotiating settlements and working collaboratively with other defense counsel in multiparty cases.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - New Hampshire


What the Team is Known For
Nixon Peabody LLP is esteemed as one of the top firms for commercial litigation in New Hampshire, with an excellent track record in high-stakes civil, white-collar criminal and regulatory proceedings. Offering significant experience in defending class actions, alongside strengths in constitutional challenges, government investigations and privacy disputes, the firm represents clients in a wide range of industries, with particular strength in the healthcare and technology sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Nixon Peabody prosecuted civil claims against the State of New Hampshire on behalf of approximately 1,500 individual persons who were abused by state employees when they were children in state custody at the Youth Development Center and several other related state-run residential youth treatment facilities.

Strengths

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  • Nixon seems to me to have unparalleled familiarity with and connections to all facets of New Hampshire proceedings/forums. The team are experienced with all of the judges, all levels of state and federal proceedings, and many of the key players in the state government.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
  • Nixon are very responsive due to their wide team and deep knowledge; this fact allows them to move very effectively and efficiently.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
  • The team at Nixon are obviously just very competent people and it's nice when you deal with professionals with good experience; its what I expect from a firm of its stature.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1David Vicinanzo
    Band 1David Vicinanzo

    David Vicinanzo

    David Vicinanzo is recognized for his expert representation of organizations and individuals facing white-collar criminal charges and government investigations. He brings to bear impressive prosecutorial experience when defending against criminal proceedings.
    • He has become a state leader and one of the top in the state.

      Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
  • Band 2Mark Knights
    Band 2Mark Knights

    Mark Knights

    Mark Knights represents clients in government investigations and enforcement matters, including those involving allegations of fraud and corruption. He advises organizations on managing compliance and risks by developing policy, conducting risk assessments and guiding clients through regulatory scrutiny.

    • Mark is a superb and well-rounded lawyer. He can write; he is excellent on his feet at argument; his manner is effective with judges, clients and opposing counsel; and he is a practical, strategic thinker.

      Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSA
  • Band 3Dan Deane
    Band 3Dan Deane

    Dan Deane

    Dan Deane is well-versed in external investigations, administrative proceedings and courtroom litigation, drawing on strength in both civil and criminal disputes. He is also noted for his experience in arbitrations.

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    David Vicinanzo

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