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Allison O'Neil

Allison O'Neil

USA 2026

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Career

Allison strategically handles high-stakes investigations and litigation, including multifaceted government inquiries, sexual misconduct probes, and major False Claims Act cases, and she has a deep understanding of the financial impacts of such challenges.

Allison represents companies and individuals facing complex white collar investigations, including False Claims Act and FCPA investigations, as well as internal investigations related to employment and compliance issues. She also handles employment matters, business torts, contract disputes, and fiduciary duty claims in closely held companies and partnerships.

Allison has extensive experience navigating governmental inquiries and enforcement actions. She represents clients in state and federal investigations, often resulting in no action taken against them. Allison’s background as a former assistant district attorney equips her with a unique perspective on prosecution and defense strategies, making her an asset in high-stakes situations.

Allison brings a proactive approach to mitigating the financial and reputational impacts of investigations. She is committed to providing thorough and strategic counsel, working to ensure that clients are well-prepared to handle any legal challenges they face.

Professional Memberships

Hoyas Unlimited Alumni Board, Georgetown University

Board of advisors, The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University

Governance and nominating committee, The Kittansett Club

Member, American Bar Association - White Collar Crime Division (New England/Boston Region Sub-Committee)

Amicus advisory board member, The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Massachusetts

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Band 3

Individual Editorial

Allison O'Neil is co-chair of the firm's white-collar group and provides strong representation to clients facing an array of allegations, including fraud and FCA and FCPA violations.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Allison's incredible legal acumen, combined with her no-nonsense approach makes her an invaluable adviser. She consistently goes above and beyond and approaches each engagement strategically.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Allison has the rare strength of being able to zoom out but be deep in the weeds. She can steer and see the bigger picture.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Allison is really good at promoting an atmosphere that makes sensible resolutions possible.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Allison is a thoughtful partner and a good sounding board for any issues.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA

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