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Provided by Adam Kaufmann
Adam Kaufmann practices in the areas of white-collar crime, asset tracing and recovery, investigations, complex commercial fraud, and judgment enforcement. He is a recognized expert in international criminal law, corruption, and fraud, has lectured on these topics in jurisdictions around the world, and has testified twice before the United States Senate.
Adam served for 18 years as a prosecutor at the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office under the legendary Robert Morgenthau, specializing in international financial crime. His law enforcement experience, as well as his extensive network of contacts, have proven invaluable in advising clients in Latin America and around the world. One client described him as “my go-to U.S. lawyer. When I need a U.S. lawyer, he’s the first person I call, and if he can’t help me, he knows who can. … I wouldn’t go anywhere else.”
Adam is consistently recognized for his expertise in asset tracing by Chambers and Who’s Who Legal. He is a fellow of the International Academy of Financial Crime Litigators.
• Represented Brazilian sports executives in FIFA corruption investigation
• Represented Latin American client in global asset recovery matter
• Advised global companies and banks on compliance with U.S. sanctions
• Successfully recovered blocked assets on behalf of foreign companies and individuals and advised clients on delisting petitions
• Conducted internal investigations on behalf of companies suspected of OFAC and export control violations
Provided by Chambers
Adam Kaufmann breaks into the rankings this year after impressing clients with his adeptness on corporate crime, investigations and compliance work across Latin America.
Provided by Chambers
Adam Kaufmann is a lawyer with proven experience in international litigation and precise strategic thinking. He anticipates client needs effectively.
Adam Kaufmann is a lawyer with proven experience in international litigation and precise strategic thinking. He anticipates client needs effectively.
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OFAC Settlement with U.S. Electronics Company for Iran Sanctions Violations
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Treasury Department announced a settlement and civil monetary penalty of USD 1,454,145 with a Connecticut-based multinational audio electronics company arising from violations of OFAC sanctions on Iran.
Amid Shifting Geopolitical Priorities, US Sanctions Continue to Focus on the United Arab Emirates
Whether the focus of US foreign policy is on disrupting Russia’s war financing efforts or confronting Iran’s shadow banking network, the UAE remains a consistent “country of focus” for the US Treasury Department.
Chambers recognizes LBKM for Asset Tracing in 2025 Professional Advisers Guide
Lewis Baach Kaufmann Middlemiss PLLC is once again ranked as a leading firm worldwide for Asset Tracing & Recovery in the 2025 edition of Chambers and Partners’ Professional Advisers: Litigation Support.
Trump Administration Focuses on LatAm Region for Sanctions Enforcement Targeting Cartels
New 311 actions require immediate attention from the legal and business community in the region.
US Sanctions Relief for Syria: The Road to Reconstruction Begins in Washington
OFAC General License 25 lifted most sanctions on Syria and authorized transactions linked to Syrian investment. Reconstructions efforts in Syria present exciting opportunities for businesses to play a role in the country’s transformation.
U.S. Sanctions UAE Trading Companies for Support of Sudanese Rebels
The Office of Foreign Assets Control of the US Treasury Department and the US State Department announced sanctions against the leader of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces and seven UAE trading companies used by the RSF to acquire weapons and engage in banking transactions in violation of US sanctions.
Adam Kaufmann discusses Luigi Mangione and Ingrid Lewis-Martin cases on NY1 Spectrum News
LBKM partner Adam Kaufmann appeared on Spectrum News to discuss the cases of Luigi Mangione, who was arraigned in Manhattan on federal charges, and Ingrid Lewis-Martin, who was arraigned in a bribery scheme.
Lack of Sanctions Due Diligence in Foreign Acquisitions Leads to OFAC Penalty
The case illustrates the risk of failing to conduct adequate sanctions screening, as well as the advantages of self-reporting and cooperating with OFAC.
GIR 100 2024: LBKM ranked in top 100 firms worldwide for cross-border investigations
Global Investigations Review has ranked LBKM as one of the world’s leading firms for cross-border investigations.
The “Engel List”: Corruption and Anti-Democracy Sanctions against Latin American Officials
The Engel List, designed to target corruption in Central America, presents significant challenges from a due process perspective.
OFAC Settlement with U.S. Electronics Company for Iran Sanctions Violations
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Treasury Department announced a settlement and civil monetary penalty of USD 1,454,145 with a Connecticut-based multinational audio electronics company arising from violations of OFAC sanctions on Iran.
Amid Shifting Geopolitical Priorities, US Sanctions Continue to Focus on the United Arab Emirates
Whether the focus of US foreign policy is on disrupting Russia’s war financing efforts or confronting Iran’s shadow banking network, the UAE remains a consistent “country of focus” for the US Treasury Department.
Chambers recognizes LBKM for Asset Tracing in 2025 Professional Advisers Guide
Lewis Baach Kaufmann Middlemiss PLLC is once again ranked as a leading firm worldwide for Asset Tracing & Recovery in the 2025 edition of Chambers and Partners’ Professional Advisers: Litigation Support.
Trump Administration Focuses on LatAm Region for Sanctions Enforcement Targeting Cartels
New 311 actions require immediate attention from the legal and business community in the region.
US Sanctions Relief for Syria: The Road to Reconstruction Begins in Washington
OFAC General License 25 lifted most sanctions on Syria and authorized transactions linked to Syrian investment. Reconstructions efforts in Syria present exciting opportunities for businesses to play a role in the country’s transformation.
U.S. Sanctions UAE Trading Companies for Support of Sudanese Rebels
The Office of Foreign Assets Control of the US Treasury Department and the US State Department announced sanctions against the leader of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces and seven UAE trading companies used by the RSF to acquire weapons and engage in banking transactions in violation of US sanctions.
Adam Kaufmann discusses Luigi Mangione and Ingrid Lewis-Martin cases on NY1 Spectrum News
LBKM partner Adam Kaufmann appeared on Spectrum News to discuss the cases of Luigi Mangione, who was arraigned in Manhattan on federal charges, and Ingrid Lewis-Martin, who was arraigned in a bribery scheme.
Lack of Sanctions Due Diligence in Foreign Acquisitions Leads to OFAC Penalty
The case illustrates the risk of failing to conduct adequate sanctions screening, as well as the advantages of self-reporting and cooperating with OFAC.
GIR 100 2024: LBKM ranked in top 100 firms worldwide for cross-border investigations
Global Investigations Review has ranked LBKM as one of the world’s leading firms for cross-border investigations.
The “Engel List”: Corruption and Anti-Democracy Sanctions against Latin American Officials
The Engel List, designed to target corruption in Central America, presents significant challenges from a due process perspective.