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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - California

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Quinn Emanuel is a nationally recognized trial firm with markedly broad capabilities within the field, and is well resourced to represent both senior executives and corporations. It offers strength defending allegations in diverse areas such as antitrust, healthcare and securities, alongside particular expertise acting for East Asian clients in economic espionage cases. The firm calls upon a strong team of litigators with decades of experience handling complex government investigations and criminal litigation.

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Work Highlights

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  • Quinn Emanuel represented Rob Granieri, co-founder of Jane Street, in a criminal investigation into the the provision of $7 million to Peter Ajack, a South Sudanese political figure accused of planning a coup.

Strengths

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  • One of the things that sets Quinn Emanuel apart is its strong white-collar defense practice, both in Los Angeles and nationwide. They are one of the preeminent go-to firms in the space.

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  • Quinn Emanuel is excellent all around.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • John Potter
    John Potter

    John Potter

    John Potter is a highly renowned white-collar lawyer who offers a wealth of experience defending individual and corporate clients in high-stakes criminal litigation matters.

    • John Potter is smart, experienced and strategic.

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    • He’s a great go‑to with a wonderful manner.

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