
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
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Sidley Austin represented the American Chemistry Council (ACC) in a California Attorney General’s investigation into allegations of potential fraud in
connection with the recyclability of plastics and other matters.
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The team at Sidley Austin has creative ideas. They are knowledgeable and experienced.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAThe Sidley Austin team is truly top-notch; very responsive and wise and prudent in advising on how to handle sensitive matters, with tremendous depth of experience in complex issues.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSASidley Austin's attorneys are extremely knowledgeable in their areas of expertise and well networked. They are good at flagging risks we do not think about.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAThe attorneys on the team have tremendous experience, are highly intelligent and have great judgment.
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Dave Anderson
Dave Anderson is a former US Attorney who brings a wealth of expertise and experience to bear in white-collar criminal defense to clients in industries including financial services, healthcare and technology. Dave is one of the finest lawyers in the country.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSADave has all the gears. He is an excellent litigator and negotiator, a great navigator through a crisis and provides a steady hand. He has a calming, almost magical presence on cases. He is the greatest practitioner.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSADave is the smartest and friendliest white-collar partner I've ever met. He is able to make complex issues simple, see the common-sense path through the noise and provide advice that navigates clients through some of their toughest days, while somehow keeping the atmosphere light and friendly.
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Douglas A Axel
Douglas Axel advises clients on a range of white-collar concerns, including fraud, corruption and regulatory actions. Douglas is at the top of this game and is a great lawyer.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSADouglas is one of the top white-collar lawyers in the world. He’s an excellent lawyer.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSADouglas has the ability to handle the biggest, most high-profile cases and achieve success.
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Ellyce R Cooper
Ellyce Cooper focuses her practice on crisis management and regulatory enforcement, as well as advising corporates on internal investigations. Ellyce is very strong. She is incredibly knowledgeable, helpful and always willing to listen.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAEllyce Cooper is absolutely fantastic. She is an amazing, trusted adviser to our business. She is always my first call when I have an issue.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAEllyce is a rock star! She is truly a pleasure to work with. She is incredibly smart, transparent and responsive.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAEllyce is always ready to respond, providing an unexpected and beyond-the-norm level of legal support. She is always thinking with her client's business in mind. Her instincts are incredibly solid, and she is the type of team player I would hope to have on any team running into a crisis situation.
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Sheila Armbrust
Sheila Armbrust is frequently called upon by corporate clients and senior executives to handle internal investigations and defend regulatory actions. Sheila is so analytical and thoughtful about strategy and interpersonal dynamics in trials and broader investigations.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAShelia Armbrust is whip-smart. She is calm and steady even in really difficult situations. She is well respected in her field among peers, in a way that is helpful to her clients.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSASheila is amazing; a smart, tough, experienced white-collar professional with an incredibly warm, friendly nature.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSASheila is an amazingly brilliant attorney.
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Kevin Rubino
Kevin Rubino is sought after by clients for his expertise in handling civil and criminal litigation, with a focus on the representation of technology companies in multi-agency investigations.
Kevin is exceptionally brilliant and caring. He brings experience directly related to our case and shows a great affinity for the institution I serve.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAKevin is a terrific lawyer who works tirelessly to advance his clients' interests.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAKevin delivers excellent client service, digs in on facts and is thoughtful in his representation.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations respondentUSAKevin Rubino has valuable government experience and is very smart and practical.
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Dave Anderson
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Kevin Rubino
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Douglas A Axel
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Ellyce R Cooper
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Sheila Armbrust
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