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Perkins Coie LLP

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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Perkins Coie LLP

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Illinois

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Perkins Coie LLP has a strong white-collar group with nationwide scope that is recognized for its expertise in high-profile criminal trials as well as SEC and internal investigations, with additional capabilities in the FCPA area. It has an experienced bench of attorneys that includes a number of former state and federal prosecutors. The team represents a broad client base, including banking, defense, energy and retail entities. It is particularly adept at handling matters for pharmaceutical and technology companies, as well as those in the higher education sector.

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Strengths

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  • Perkins Coie has a very strong and responsive team. It is always accessible, explains matters clearly and provides valuable guidance on navigating the issues.

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  • Perkins Coie has a wealth of strengths including subject matter expertise and real-world experience.

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  • Perkins Coie offers great collaboration and is so strategy-focused and driven by what is best for its clients.

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  • The Perkins Coie team is very experienced in regulatory matters drawing from a great bench of former assistant US attorneys and regulatory lawyers.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Pravin B. Rao
    Pravin B. Rao

    Pravin B. Rao

    Pravin Rao is particularly noted for his strength in complex cross-border matters such as those involving anti-corruption measures and cartel activity, as well as DOJ and SEC enforcement actions.

    • Pravin is highly recommended. He handled a government investigation masterfully.

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    • Pravin's experience and intellect in thinking through the case strategy is clear and means his representation is excellent.

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    • Pravin is a go-to lawyer bringing in a perspective that most do not have. He is very strategic and thoughtful, and he can very clearly see the issues and guide you to a path that leads to good results.

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    • Pravin is very thoughtful and strategic in his approach and has a unique background with both DOJ and SEC experience.

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