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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Illinois

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What the Team is Known For

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates houses a superb litigation group with a deep bench that represents domestic and international clients in a range of significant disputes. Impressive white-collar team which features deep experience handling investigations involving the DOJ, FINRA, CFTC and SEC. Also has notable expertise in multidistrict class action litigation, including securities disputes. Frequently acts on cross-border regulatory investigations and civil matters. Significant trial experience at both state and federal levels.

Work Highlights

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  • Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates represented a US-based publicly-traded company in an FCPA investigation, brought by the SEC and DOJ, into whistleblower claims regarding a South American subsidiary.

Notable Practitioners

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John C Kocoras
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John C Kocoras
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John Kocoras draws on his former experience as federal prosecutor to expertly advise clients on complex SEC and DOJ investigations and litigation.

"John is phenomenal. He is very smart and well respected."

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William Ridgway
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William Ridgway
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William Ridgway is increasingly called upon to represent clients in high-stakes white-collar proceedings, regularly handling complex investigations and cybersecurity matters.

"Bill is a triple threat."

"Bill is savvy, great at navigating awkward tensions and very effective in court. He is seriously tenacious for his clients and brilliant with complex legal issues."

"Bill is exceptionally smart and good in the courtroom."

"He is very efficient and gives tremendous guidance."

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John C Kocoras
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John C Kocoras
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William Ridgway
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William Ridgway
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Band 3
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