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Some of the world’s largest multinational corporations turn to Simpson Thacher to guide them through high-stakes government investigations of alleged FCPA and anti-corruption violations. Led by former DOJ prosecutors and SEC officials who draw upon their experience and institutional knowledge, we advise clients across the globe with respect to all aspects of FCPA inquiries and other anti-corruption matters, developing and strengthening compliance programs, and due diligence for corporate transactions. As governmental and regulatory agencies continue to focus on a risk-based approach to compliance, we offer a team with a depth of experience working with companies to proactively identify risks, construct and implement policies and procedures that are effective and efficient, conduct trainings, and establishing ongoing auditing and monitoring of compliance measures. The Firm is consistently recognized by The Legal 500 for White‑Collar Criminal Defense, including for Advice to Corporates, and its White-Collar Practice is also regularly recognized by Benchmark Litigation.

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What the Team is Known For

Simpson & Thacher's impressive FCPA practice is experienced in representing corporations and individual clients in high-stakes DOJ and SEC investigations. The practice is able to draw on the expertise of a number of attorneys with significant experience serving in high-level government positions. The group demonstrates further expertise in counseling clients on the development and implementation of corporate compliance programs. The lawyers hold an impressive portfolio of clients in a range of sectors, including telecoms and medical device companies.

Work Highlights

  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett represented L&T and its executives in connection with the Cognizant FCPA investigation.

Strengths

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The Simpson Thacher team has the capacity to handle sophisticated and complex matters. They are always available to provide timely answers.

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Notable Practitioners

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Jeffrey Knox
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Jeffrey Knox
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Jeffrey Knox is the global co-head of Simpson Thacher's government and internal investigations practice. He is recognized for his impressive FCPA expertise, with recent standout mandates for global financial institutions and energy companies among other corporates, as well as individual executives.

Jeff brings a broad international experience, solving complex cases with innovative and professional solutions.

Jeff is a strong FCPA lawyer who has a lot of experience from his time in government and private practice.

Jeff is an excellent attorney and a strong practitioner.

Jeff is articulate and strategic. He is appropriately aggressive yet well rounded. His flexible thinking allows him to provide sound strategic advice on a wide range of subject matter.

Jeff is both thoughtful and smart. He brings a tremendous amount of experience and credibility.

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