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

Karen Patton Seymour offers longstanding expertise in the most complex of white-collar criminal mandates, including large-scale multijurisdictional investigations. Her practice also includes civil disputes and crisis management.

"She has such extensive experience."

"Karen is fabulous."

Former co-director of the SEC Steven Peikin frequently handles major internal and government investigations on behalf of large corporations.

"He has unbelievable tactical judgment."

"Steve is among the very smartest lawyers on the planet."

"He is a giant in the industry. He is a straight shooter with a really effective way of getting results."

Alexander Willscher is regularly called on by significant banking sector clients to advise on high-stakes governmental and regulatory investigations.

"He provides very sound and well thought-out strategic advice."

"Alex excels in DOJ criminal investigations and is practical with very strong judgment."

Nicolas Bourtin routinely represents major financial institutions and large corporations in complex external and internal investigations. He demonstrates further expertise in criminal trial and appellate matters.

"He gives very useful and practical advice."

"He is an incredible lawyer who is always available no matter what."

"Nicolas grasps the issues and delivers exact and on-target advice every time."

Nicole Friedlander regularly represents financial institutions under criminal investigation as part of her white-collar defense capabilities. She is also noted for her cross-border experience.

"Nicole is absolutely terrific."

"She is a great attorney."

Sharon Cohen Levin's impressive experience includes the representation of financial institutions in criminal investigations with far-reaching, international significance.

"She is a superstar."

"Sharon is commercially attune, open to considering legal issues from different perspectives and her insights and instincts are unparalleled."

"Sharon is a walking encyclopedia. She is such a seasoned and knowledgeable practitioner and is extremely thoughtful and strategic."