Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : Pennsylvania
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Provided by Troutman Pepper
Our team includes former government prosecutors, in-house compliance counsel, and seasoned defense attorneys who proactively resolve sensitive government investigations and proceedings. We have decades of experience handling high-stakes civil and criminal government investigations throughout the country, and we are able to respond quickly to minimize risk.
The legal and business ramifications of government enforcement actions and internal investigations can include negative publicity, customer backlash, and financial instability. Our white collar and government investigations practice is experienced at guiding clients through this unfamiliar territory. We are well-equipped to handle government inquiries and enforcement actions at every stage and in any industry setting.
We regularly defend companies and individuals in all types of government investigations, complex federal and state criminal investigations, and related civil litigation. We have helped clients in connection with inquiries handled by almost every federal agency and many state enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), U.S. Attorney's Offices, State Attorneys General Offices, and other federal and state regulators.
Chambers Review
Troutman Pepper is a large national firm with a leading litigation department in Pennsylvania. The team demonstrates solid skills in representing clients in white-collar criminal litigation and government investigations. It acts for well-known clients in the pharmaceuticals industry, as well as other sectors such as life sciences and financial services.
Work Highlights
- Troutman Pepper represented Blackbaud in an SEC investigation related to the disclosures following a cybersecurity attack.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are excellent in defence of their clients – very effective and persuasive in front of a jury."
"Troutman is a great guide and strategic thinker, providing excellent work product and advice."
"The firm has great lawyers at every level, from high-profile partners to experienced mid-level and senior associates and hard-working junior associates."
"They are excellent in defence of their clients – very effective and persuasive in front of a jury."
"Troutman is a great guide and strategic thinker, providing excellent work product and advice."
"The firm has great lawyers at every level, from high-profile partners to experienced mid-level and senior associates and hard-working junior associates."
Notable Practitioners
Michael Schwartz regularly advises clients on internal investigations relating to white-collar crime, as well as aiding in qui tam litigation.
"Michael is bright, thoughtful and easy to work with. He thinks outside the box and demonstrates excellent judgment."
"Mike is a savvy advocate with a lot of experience litigating. He is a pleasure to work with and gets great results."
Kristin Jones is experienced in a range of white-collar mandates, including fraud claims brought under the False Claims Act. She handles both litigation and investigations.
"Kristin is smart and responsive."
Richard Zack is well regarded for his white-collar criminal defense practice. He offers notable experience in matters concerning antitrust violations and securities issues.
"Richard is smart, intuitive and responsive."
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