About

Provided by WilmerHale

Clients facing enforcement actions and inquiries into their business practices draw on the extensive government, boardroom and courtroom experience of our versatile team. WilmerHale is an internationally recognized and respected leader in white collar defense and investigations, and is regularly ranked at the top of Global Investigations Review’s list of the world’s 30 leading investigations and compliance practices. Our lawyers have solidified their reputation by helping prominent corporations, executives, public officials and individuals respond to government enforcement actions, address questions of compliance, mitigate future risk and reputational damage, and aggressively litigate against allegations of wrongdoing. From government enforcement activity to civil claims, the liability that follows these actions can be incredibly costly for corporate and individual clients, and navigating these multifaceted matters requires dynamic, authoritative and sophisticated counsel. Our preeminent team, which spans the United States,  and Europe and which has worked extensively in  and Asia, offers significant experience in all aspects of white collar defense, government and administrative enforcement actions, and civil and criminal litigation.

To learn more about WilmerHale's White Collar Defense and Investigations practice, visit: https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/solutions/white-collar-defense-and-investigations 



Chambers Review

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - District of Columbia

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What the Team is Known For

WilmerHale delivers exceptional representation to clients under investigation by government and agency regulators, with commensurate strength in civil and commercial matters. Its outstanding team has a number of practitioners with significant governmental experience. The practice advises clients from a broad array of industries on anti-corruption measures including the FCPA, as well as on securities law and FCA violations. It also advises leading names in the banking, aviation, telecom and defense sectors, among others.

Work Highlights

  • WilmerHale advised Cummins on a consolidated consumer class action, with allegations of a RICO conspiracy.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Howard Shapiro
Howard Shapiro
Star Individuals

Howard Shapiro enjoys a stellar reputation as a go-to attorney for major corporate investigations, as well as for representation in high-stakes criminal trials.

Ronald C Machen
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Ronald C Machen
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Ronald Machen brings impressive government experience to his well-regarded white-collar defense practice, having previously served as the US Attorney for the District of Columbia.

Ron is one of the few outside lawyers we contact when we need quick, seasoned judgment at the intersection of enforcement risk, reputation and operational management counseling.

Ron is sharp, practical and calm under pressure. He gives clear, concise advice and keeps us well informed of upcoming challenges. He knows how to manage sensitive issues effectively.

I can say without hesitation that he’s one of the best legal strategists I’ve worked alongside.

Michael Leotta
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Michael Leotta
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Michael Leotta wins praise for his representation of clients facing allegations of insider trading, money laundering and bribery. He has particular experience acting for clients in the financial services sector.

Michael is a fantastic attorney who is incredibly smart.

Michael is really an excellent, careful, thoughtful lawyer.

Erin Sloane
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Erin Sloane
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Erin Sloane frequently advises a variety of clients on international matters with particular expertise on the FCPA, whistleblower matters and ITAR issues.

Erin is business centric and effective at presenting findings to the government.

Erin is extremely detail focused.

Ranked Lawyers at
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District of Columbia

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

Howard Shapiro
Howard Shapiro
Star Individuals
Ronald C Machen
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Ronald C Machen
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Michael Leotta
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Michael Leotta
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Erin Sloane
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Erin Sloane
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