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Ropes & Gray LLP

Corporate Crime & Investigations

Global Guide 2026 : USA

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Ropes & Gray LLP

About

Provided by Ropes & Gray LLP

Companies and individuals worldwide turn to Ropes & Gray’s leading government enforcement practice to guide them through all manner of investigations, enforcement actions, and compliance issues. 

Leaders in the Field

Our team of enforcement defense lawyers—including partners who excelled as federal prosecutors and enforcement attorneys at U.S. Attorney’s offices, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)— understands the complexities of the global regulatory and enforcement environment and of working with the government.

Comprehensive Capabilities

Our enforcement lawyers aggressively stay at the cutting edge of emerging enforcement and regulatory developments that impact our clients and the risks they face. We also have an in-depth understanding of our clients’ business needs. Clients regularly look to us for guidance with respect to:

  • Criminal, civil and administrative investigations and enforcement actions conducted by federal and state law enforcement
  • Handling complex parallel proceedings involving simultaneous civil and criminal actions
  • Internal investigations
  • Establishment and implementation of compliance programs
  • Analysis of risk involved in corporate transactions


To learn more about our practice, please visit: https://www.ropesgray.com/practices/Government-Enforcement-White-Collar-Defense.aspx

Chambers Review

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Corporate Crime & Investigations - USA

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Ropes & Gray LLP has deep enforcement and regulatory expertise with notable strength in the life sciences and energy sectors. Advises clients on internal investigations as well as defending them against enforcement actions brought by domestic and international bodies. Experienced advisers in matters concerning the FCPA, securities law and economic sanctions, among other areas. Notable expertise in international matters, particularly in Asia and Latin America. Regularly handles investigations on behalf of pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers into allegations of fraud and violations of the FCA.
Notable practitioners

Laura Hoey is a key contact in Chicago.

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Work Highlights

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  • Ropes & Gray LLP was retained by Glencore International to act as the Independent Compliance Monitor to assess and monitor the company's compliance with the terms of a Plea Agreement stemming from the US Department of Justice's investigation into FCPA violations.

Strengths

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  • Ropes & Gray has a deep bench and the firm's experience allows it to tackle highly complex matters.

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