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

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

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What the Team is Known For
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP consistently demonstrates its first-class command of complex financial services litigation, acting for leading market players on precedent-setting securities disputes and regulatory concerns. Fields a standout criminal defense team with strong cross-border capabilities, which is frequently retained in internal and external investigations, as well as high-stakes litigation. Acts for both individual and institutional clients from industries such as manufacturing, technology and energy, and frequently advises on emerging areas of criminal law, including spoofing and AML.
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  • They are experts in what they do.

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  • They are organised, practical and strategic.

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  • Sullivan & Cromwell has very deep experience and the bench strength to tackle any task.

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  • Sullivan & Cromwell is unbelievably thoughtful in leading strategy and making strategic decisions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Steven R Peikin
    Steven R Peikin

    Steven R Peikin

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

    • Steven is an excellent speaker and advocate.

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    • Steven is a very strong and connected securities lawyer.

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  • Nicolas Bourtin
    Nicolas Bourtin

    Nicolas Bourtin

    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.

    • Nic is very bright and a great leader.

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    • Nic has excellent judgment and is a strong collaborative partner to work with.

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  • Sharon Cohen-Levin
    Sharon Cohen-Levin

    Sharon Cohen-Levin

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

    • Sharon is capable of giving empathetic, practical and effective advice, even under the most difficult of circumstances.

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    • Sharon is a walking encyclopaedia. She's incredibly knowledgeable and an amazing advocate.

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  • Alexander Willscher
    Alexander Willscher

    Alexander Willscher

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

    • Alex is a subject matter expert in what he does. He has unbelievable judgment and an incredible approach to strategic thinking.

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    • Alex walks into the room and has instant credibility and command of the facts.

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  • Nicole Friedlander
    Nicole Friedlander

    Nicole Friedlander

    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 a pleasure to work with. She is tactful, candid and thorough.

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  • James McDonald
    James McDonald

    James McDonald

    James McDonald is noted for his expertise in representing clients in a variety of white-collar criminal investigations and enforcement, with particular emphasis in the commodities and derivatives space, and cryptocurrency sector.

    • Jamie's strategic insights and ability to see around corners and provide elegant solutions are really impressive.

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    • Jamie is incredibly affable and gets to the problem really quickly and solves it.

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    Steven R Peikin

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