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Williams Mullen

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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Williams Mullen

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The Williams Mullen Litigation Section is the second largest practice area in our firm and our section attorneys have decades of experience representing clients throughout the region and nationally in general commercial litigation, business disputes, construction and government contracts litigation, class action litigation, insurance defense, appellate, white collar and investigations, and products liability matters. The team has a proven track record in the mid-Atlantic in effectively representing client interests, whether in negotiations, mediation, arbitration, administrative forums or state and federal courts. Clients range from closely-held businesses to large, publicly-traded companies. Our careful attention to budgeting, planning and staffing, and our considerable capabilities for the collection and management of documents and electronic data are priorities with all clients.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Virginia

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What the Team is Known For
Williams Mullen advises on insurance defense, class actions, business disputes and white-collar criminal matters as well as fielding an experienced appellate team. The team provides additional experience in e-discovery and other hi-tech issues. Its broad client base includes private and public sector entities, with notable experience in advising educational institutions.

Strengths

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  • William Mullen has a lot of partners that have a variety of specialties and can help on every front.

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  • Williams Mullen offers premier client services. The firm understands our company's business and seeks ways to help advance our objectives. They are fantastic at learning the technical issues in the case and making them digestible for a layperson.

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  • Williams Mullen has brilliant minds with top-tier client service. It is a firm that wants to be considered as an extension of the business when we have needs that arise - and they have accomplished that well. I know that when I call Williams Mullen I will have their full attention and that anything I need will be completed competently.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleWilliam D Bayliss
    Senior StatespeopleWilliam D Bayliss

    William D Bayliss

    William Bayliss is a fine choice of counsel for a range of civil disputes, including those involving claims of professional liability. He draws on notable expertise in the real estate and construction fields.
  • Eminent PractitionersCalvin W Fowler Jr
    Eminent PractitionersCalvin W Fowler Jr

    Calvin W Fowler Jr

    Calvin Fowler Jr serves as the firm's CEO and board chair, while also offering wide-ranging expertise in commercial disputes. His practice includes business torts and insurance coverage litigation.

  • Band 1Charles "Chuck" James
    Band 1Charles "Chuck" James

    Charles "Chuck" James

    Charles James has a broad practice that covers internal and external investigations as well as civil and criminal litigation. His clients include companies in the insurance, technology and healthcare sectors.

    • Chuck James is experienced, has a clear understanding of the law and is a great legal mind. Most importantly, he cares. Chuck James is the best attorney and I would highly refer him to anyone in need of his services.

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    • Charles James instills confidence with his knowledge and professionalism. He communicates very well and is to the point.

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  • Band 2Anthony Anikeeff
    Band 2Anthony Anikeeff

    Anthony Anikeeff

    Anthony Anikeeff is held in particularly high regard for his expertise advising government contractor facing False Claims and wider criminal enforcement matters.

  • Band 2Patrick R Hanes
    Band 2Patrick R Hanes

    Patrick R Hanes

    Patrick Hanes has a diverse white-collar and government investigations practice which includes expertise in regulatory investigations, antitrust and insider trading matters.
    • He's an amazingly talented litigator.

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  • Band 2Turner A Broughton
    Band 2Turner A Broughton

    Turner A Broughton

    Turner Broughton has a broad civil disputes practice that includes defending against class actions involving product liability claims, as well as handling a wider range of litigation arising from industries such as healthcare.
    • Turner is one of the best when it comes to client service, responsiveness and understanding his client's business.

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  • Band 3Brendan O'Toole
    Band 3Brendan O'Toole

    Brendan O'Toole

    Brendan O'Toole has a wide-ranging civil litigation practice which sees him advise businesses on commercial disputes. His practice includes strengths in real estate, construction, securities and class action claims.

    • Brendan is an attorney who will hone in on your needs, help you determine your goals and then surpass them.

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