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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - District of Columbia

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Skadden is best known for its representation of financial institutions and large publicly traded companies in internal and government investigations and related civil enforcement matters. The talented team is regularly involved in trial and investigative proceedings regarding procurement fraud, FCA violations, bribery and economic sanctions. Its significant global footprint lends itself to experienced handling of multijurisdictional cases within the USA, as well as those concerning international law. The practice also regularly defends clients in the healthcare and life sciences sectors, including major pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers. It is also able to offer particular expertise in FCPA violations and anti-corruption matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Skadden advised J.P. Morgan Chase on the dismissal of a putative class action derived from allegations of conspiracy to manipulate the foreign exchange market and ERISA violations.

Strengths

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  • Skadden is a full-service firm with highly skilled and reputable attorneys.

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  • What really stood out is the firm's amazing client presence, responsiveness and attention to detail.

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  • Skadden has an ability to bring expert partners to deal with any issue we face.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Anita Bandy
    Band 5Anita Bandy

    Anita Bandy

    Anita Bandy has a wealth of experience in advising corporations, financial services companies, boards and their directors on DOJ and SEC investigations. She also expertly advises on internal investigations.

    • Anita is very commercial and strategic in her advice.

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    • She's nimble and skilled, client friendly and brings tremendous insight.

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    • Anita has terrific judgment.

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  • Band 6David Leland
    Band 6David Leland

    David Leland

    David Leland represents both individuals and companies on matters involving compliance, securities violations and DOJ investigations.

    • David is a very experienced lawyer who provides straight-forward answers and knows how to deal with a company's management team.

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    • David is well seasoned, has incredible judgement and is good at coming up with unique defenses in tricky circumstances.

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Ranked Individuals at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates (2)

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    Anita Bandy

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