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

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

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What the Team is Known For
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP is universally recognized as a preeminent litigation firm with first-class expertise across civil and criminal disputes. Houses an enviable bench of outstanding courtroom advocates and regulatory experts who act on market-leading litigation, drawing on strength in industries such as financial services, oil and gas and technology. Frequently retained to handle investigations conducted by bodies such as the DOJ, SEC and CFTC. Dominant regulatory enforcement practice that attracts multinational corporates from a breadth of industries.
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Work Highlights

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  • Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP defended DailyPay against claims asserting that DailyPay’s on-demand pay product constitutes a loan in violation of state and federal usury and consumer deception laws.

Strengths

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  • Paul Weiss has the ability to see through gaps and identify creative strategies to achieve desired results.

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  • They are very practical in understanding and dealing with the commercial realities and implications.

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  • Paul Weiss is diligent and detail-oriented.

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  • Paul Weiss has an incredibly deep bench.

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  • They have very smart and perceptive strategic-thinkers.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Theodore V Wells Jr
    Theodore V Wells Jr

    Theodore V Wells Jr

    Theodore Wells is widely recognized as one of the country's most prominent criminal trial attorneys. He boasts an enviable record of success in high-stakes criminal proceedings for market-leading clients.

    • Ted is a legend of the Bar.

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  • Loretta E Lynch
    Loretta E Lynch

    Loretta E Lynch

    Former Attorney General of the United States Loretta Lynch is commended for her expert crisis management skills. Her experience includes criminal proceedings, investigations and regulatory concerns.
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  • Lorin L Reisner
    Lorin L Reisner

    Lorin L Reisner

    Lorin Reisner offers impressive experience in leading government positions. He handles a wide range of criminal proceedings for major corporate clients.

    • Lorin has an excellent client-facing manner and is a good strategist.

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  • Roberto Finzi
    Roberto Finzi

    Roberto Finzi

    Roberto Finzi handles an impressive range of mandates, including major domestic and international investigations by the DOJ and regulatory bodies.

    • Roberto is a very good trial lawyer and advocate for his clients.

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    • Roberto is who I want by my side in times of crisis and in calm. He is a masterful lawyer and a strategic thinker.

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  • Antonia Apps
    Antonia Apps

    Antonia Apps

    Antonia Apps is a considered an excellent choice for major corporates and senior executives facing regulatory investigations and enforcement actions. She offers immense skills in trial.

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  • Richard C. Tarlowe
    Richard C. Tarlowe

    Richard C. Tarlowe

    Richard Tarlowe is recommended for his work defending companies and high-level employees facing a broad array of criminal and regulatory issues, regularly handling matters involving allegations of financial fraud, corruption and tax violation.

    • Richard takes a very smart and creative approach..

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    • Richard is an utter delight to work with. He is exceptionally kind and a great strategist.

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  • Harris Fischman
    Harris Fischman

    Harris Fischman

    Harris Fischman expertly defends clients in white-collar investigations concerning a wide range of issues such as financial reporting and short selling.

    • Harris is very thoughtful and forward-thinking.

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    • He is very steady, calm and reasonable in his approach.

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    • Harris is a seasoned white-collar lawyer who has the ability to cut through the noise and get to the heart of the matter.

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  • Joshua Hill
    Joshua Hill

    Joshua Hill

    Joshua Hill is highly adept at representing clients facing significant government and internal investigations, among a number of other matters.

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