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Winston Taylor LLP

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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Winston Taylor LLP

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Winston's White Collar & Government Investigations Practice is one of the largest and most experienced in the world, composed of over 80 attorneys across 11 global offices. Our team includes former high-ranking political appointees from recent administrations; 16+ former U.S. Attorneys, Assistant and Supervisory Assistant U.S. Attorneys and others who held top positions at the DOJ; a former Chief of IRS – Criminal Investigation; and a former Assistant Director, Division of Enforcement, SEC.

Our widely recognized Illinois practice has been involved in many of the nation’s most high-profile white collar cases. The Illinois team is championed by a prestigious Chicago attorney and former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, who is also a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a Chambers-ranked “Star Individual.” Other standout team members include a former U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Iowa, a decorated former U.S. federal prosecutor who previously served as a chief compliance officer, as well as a former Special Assistant Attorney General for Illinois and Deputy Special Prosecutor for Cook County.

Our global practice provides a wide variety of clients, with a full range of legal services pertaining to regulatory counseling, compliance, defense and monitoring; internal and government investigations (including congressional investigations); international trade counseling and compliance; and white collar criminal defense.

Industries (12)

  • Aviation
  • Food & Beverage
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Technology
  • New Media & Telecommunications
  • Healthcare
  • Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices
  • Consumer Products
  • Individuals
  • Manufacturing
  • Insurance
  • Automotive

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Illinois

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Winston Taylor has a distinguished litigation practice noted for its impressive commercial and white-collar expertise. It is further able to assist on securities litigation, including shareholder derivative suits and class actions. The team is sought after by corporations and individuals across various industries, including financial services, telecommunications and insurance. It features a team of outstanding litigators with decades of experience handling complex issues, including antitrust and product liability disputes. The firm boasts an impressive cross-border capacity, handling and coordinating EU and worldwide investigations.

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Strengths

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  • Winston did a great job on complex investigations. Its recommendations are very practical and very helpful.

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  • The entire team was amazing. It had great communication, advice and client relations.

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  • Winston has a deep bench of lawyers who regularly handle very sophisticated white-collar matters of immense importance. They have exceptional relationships in the industry and are very skilled at navigating criminal defense.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Dan K Webb
    Dan K Webb

    Dan K Webb

    Dan Webb is acclaimed for his market-leading litigation practice, which includes impressive civil and criminal trial capabilities and notable strength in high-stakes investigations.

    • Dan is a legend in the field. He is a tremendous lawyer and very easy to work with.

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    • Dan Webb is an elite lawyer.

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    • Dan Webb is one of the finest trial lawyers in the nation.

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    • Dan Webb is a preeminent practitioner.

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    • Dan is the dean of the bar.

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  • Steve Grimes
    Steve Grimes

    Steve Grimes

    Steve Grimes is recommended for his expertise representing clients in high-stakes internal and government investigations, as well as complex litigation.

    • Steve is as tough as nails. He is very dogged, very hard-working and appropriately aggressive.

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    • Steve is an absolute warrior.

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    • Steve understands the interests of his clients and the broader picture of the case.

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  • Marc Krickbaum
    Marc Krickbaum

    Marc Krickbaum

    Marc Krickbaum is noted for his deep experience in white-collar investigations as well as internal investigations. He handles a broad array of claims such as fraud, bribery and insider trading.

    • Marc has exceptional, high-level experience and is a trial-tested lawyer.

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    • Marc has a well-earned reputation of being smart and even keeled.

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    • Marc is incredibly smart and very thorough in his analysis of the facts.

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    • Marc has great trial skills and excellent judgment. He is calm under pressure in high profile matters and sees angles that others do not. I have tremendous trust and respect for Marc.

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    • Marc's experience speaks volumes. He is thoughtful, hard-working, very smart and gets great results this way.

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  • Matthew Carter
    Matthew Carter

    Matthew Carter

    Matthew Carter is increasingly called upon for his significant trial expertise to represent clients in government investigations and litigation.

    • Matt is a really talented lawyer.

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    • Matthew is a clear rising star with great judgment.

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    • Matt is a very skilled lawyer and sophisticated at navigating complex criminal law issues.

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