Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : New York
Band 2
Chambers Review
Walden Macht & Haran LLP has a reputation for its sophisticated representation of clients facing criminal enforcement actions. Able to draw on a bench of impressive multiple former prosecutors to act for both companies and individuals in SEC and DOJ investigations, as well as criminal trials. Boasts further expertise handling sensitive internal investigations and acting in corporate monitorship positions.
Work Highlights
- Walden Macht & Haran LLP represented former CEO and founder of Stimwave, Laura Perryman who was charged with healthcare fraud and conspiracy.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm provide an outstanding customer experience."
"Walden Macht is very strong at handling complex matters with many moving parts."
"The firm provide an outstanding customer experience."
"Walden Macht is very strong at handling complex matters with many moving parts."
Notable Practitioners
Jim Walden has experience handling internal investigations and regulatory proceedings for clients in a range of industry sectors, with cases frequently involving major cross-border elements.
"Jim has a combination of the creativity and practicality. His level of sophistication and commercial vision is the highest."
"He is an exceptional lawyer."
"Jim is really smart."
Ronald White is a seasoned white-collar litigator with experience acting for both individual and corporate clients before a range of government and regulatory bodies, including the DOJ and SEC.
"Ron is a truly exceptional lawyer."
"He is outstanding to work with."
"Ronald is fantastic and a really strong white-collar lawyer."
Sean Haran's practice includes the defense of both individual and corporate clients facing potential regulatory investigation and related criminal proceedings, regularly acting before a range of governmental entities.
"Sean is strategic and thoughtful."
"He is an extremely skilled lawyer."
Jeffrey Udell represents individuals in parallel criminal and regulatory proceedings in a range of cases, including those involving allegations of insider trading and cyber crimes.
"He is a knowledgeable attorney with a great bedside manner."
"He is practical and savvy."
"Jeff is an exceptional lawyer and a pleasure to interact with."
"Jeffrey is a really experienced and strategic litigator."