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Steptoe LLP

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

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Steptoe LLP

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

Band 5

What the Team is Known For
Steptoe LLP has a solid litigation team that regularly defends individuals facing serious criminal proceedings. Further extends its representation to corporate clients undergoing significant investigation. Also recognized for its strong cross-border expertise.
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Work Highlights

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  • Steptoe LLP represented Huawei in criminal cases concerning charges of a RICO conspiracy, conspiracies related to Iran-sanctions violations, bank fraud conspiracy, theft of trade secrets conspiracy, wire fraud, and obstruction of justice.

Strengths

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  • The group gains and maintains a deep knowledge of its clients' business and commercial interests to be in sync with their clients and drive better case outcomes.

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  • They are very knowledgeable and practical in their approach.

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  • Steptoe has a mastery of the subject matter, a depth of knowledge in the area and a practical philosophy to solving issues for clients.

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  • They have a deep bench of subject matter and industry experts.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Michael Miller
    Michael Miller

    Michael Miller

    Michael Miller concentrates his practice on the representation of individual clients facing criminal proceedings, including extradition cases.

    • He has always demonstrated an incredible dedication to client service and needs, and a sophisticated and practical approach to solving client problems.

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    • Mike is a deft courtroom litigator and a problem-solver.

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    • Michael is a pleasure to work with and is responsive and balanced in his approach.

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    • Michael is the consummate counsellor, strategist and courtroom attorney. He is extremely effective in the courtroom.

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  • Michelle Levin
    Michelle Levin

    Michelle Levin

    Michelle Levin has experience of defending individuals and companies in a range of white-collar proceedings, including investigations and prosecutions.

    • She has a great sense of overall strategy.

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    • Michelle is very detail-oriented, organized and great at handling clients.

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    • Michelle has a top-notch mind and is a great trial attorney.

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  • Julia Gatto
    Julia Gatto

    Julia Gatto

    Julia Gatto is draws on her experience as a former federal defender. She regularly represents individuals and public and private companies in criminal matters and government investigations before regulatory bodies, and is particularly noted for her trial expertise in state and federal courts.

    • Julia is really great on strategy and at assessing what the strength of the case is.

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  • Ryan Poscablo
    Ryan Poscablo

    Ryan Poscablo

    Ryan Poscablo is chair of Steptoe's Investigations and White-Collar Defense group. He represents clients in wide-ranging white-collar criminal matters before federal and state regulatory bodies, as well as advising clients on white-collar antitrust matters before numerous regulatory agencies worldwide.

    • Ryan is an amazing creative thinker. He is likeable, persuasive and a dynamic trial lawyer.

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    • Ryan can provide advice in a streamlined way.

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