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Ropes & Gray LLP

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

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Ropes & Gray LLP

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

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Ropes & Gray LLP has extensive experience in regulatory investigations and enforcement proceedings, fielding a strong team of expert litigators and former prosecutors with significant trial experience. Acts on cross-border investigations arising from industries such as healthcare and manufacturing, drawing on resources in Asia and London. Regularly defends clients facing allegations such as money laundering, corruption and fraud.
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Strengths

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  • Ropes & Gray provides a breadth of experience, trustworthiness, diligence and thoroughness.

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  • Ropes & Gray has deep expertise.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Christopher Conniff
    Christopher Conniff

    Christopher Conniff

    Christopher Conniff offers extensive experience handling matters including allegations of corruption, fraud and money laundering for individual and corporate clients from a range of industry sectors.

    • Chris has gravitas and experience, and is a very thoughtful, impressive lawyer.

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    • Chris has an excellent, even-keeled demeanor.

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    • Chris is totally unflappable.

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    • Chris is very smart, hard-working and has great judgment.

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  • Sarah Coyne
    Sarah Coyne

    Sarah Coyne

    Sarah Coyne takes on a wide variety of criminal defense work, but is particularly noted for her experience conducting regulatory proceedings and sensitive internal investigations for financial services firms.

    • Sarah communicates complicated legal topics in a friendly and approachable way. She is always available and knowledgeable about new nuances in the law.

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    • Sarah is incredibly confident, experienced and balanced.

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    • Sarah leads matters with deep expertise.

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  • Helen Gugel
    Helen Gugel

    Helen Gugel

    Helen Gugel represents individuals and corporations in internal and government investigations. She handles matters concerning securities, unlawful or unethical business practices and misconduct.

    • Helen is a terrific white-collar lawyer. She has an ability to be detail-oriented and can understand the objectives well.

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Ranked Individuals at Ropes & Gray LLP (3)

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    Christopher Conniff

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    Sarah Coyne

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    Helen Gugel

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