About

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Taft's Compliance, Investigations, and White Collar Defense group includes many former federal and state prosecutors and has a depth of experience that is unique among Midwest law firms. Our experience includes work on all phases of criminal matters - from investigation, to trial, to appeal - and any related regulatory proceedings.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Ohio

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What the Team is Known For

Taft maintains a prominent team of litigators who have extensive experience in investigations involving tax and embezzlement. The team frequently represents defendants in criminal cases relating to allegations of bribery and fraud. The firm is noted for its strong presence in both Cincinnati and Columbus.

Work Highlights

  • Taft defended Mark Fettman who was indicted on more than 140 counts of corrupt activity, including money laundering and drug trafficking in Ohio state court.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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John Mitchell
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John Mitchell
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John Mitchell enjoys an excellent reputation for his white-collar criminal defense practice. He offers notable skill acting for corporations and individuals in high-stakes trials, as well as investigations into fraud and corruption.

John is very thorough in his advocacy and has the experience and skillset to represent his clients accordingly.

John is a terrific lawyer. He is a very zealous advocate for his clients and great on his feet.

He is smart, personable and devoted to his clients.

Ralph Kohnen
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Ralph Kohnen
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Ralph Kohnen is chair of the firm's compliance and white-collar criminal defense group. He provides advice on compliance with the FCPA and other anticorruption statutes, as well as representing clients in investigations and prosecutions.

He is a tremendous and outstanding lawyer.

Ralph handles complex cases and high-stakes situations with both pragmatism and professionalism, while maintaining a compassionate and sensitive approach to his clients' needs.

David Thomas
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David Thomas
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David Thomas is well regarded for his white-collar criminal defense practice, which includes advising individuals in cases of bribery, money laundering, fraud and drug trafficking.

He is an experienced trial lawyer.

David is highly recommended.

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Ohio

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

John Mitchell
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John Mitchell
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Ralph Kohnen
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Ralph Kohnen
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David Thomas
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David Thomas
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Members

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Chad Ziepfel

Charles "Charlie" Bowers

Jeanne Cors

Kathryn "Katie" Wallrabenstein