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 advised University of Toledo Affiliated Entities in a Federal investigation involving allegations of healthcare fraud.

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 the complete package. He is smart, well-prepared and personable.

John is a world-class lawyer. He served as a trusted source and confidant during some of the hardest times in my life.

The sense of personal investment and the level of service distinguishes John.

John is an effective and very seasoned advocate. He is very strategic and can foresee how things will play out.

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 anti-corruption statutes, as well as representing clients in investigations and prosecutions.

Ralph is one of the leading federal criminal defense lawyers in Cincinnati.

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.

David is well regarded as a sharp lawyer.

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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