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Charles McKenna

Charles McKenna

USA 2026

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About

Provided by Riker Danzig LLP

USA

Practice Areas

White Collar Criminal Defense and Investigations

Career

Charles B. McKenna is a partner in the Firm’s White Collar Criminal Defense and Investigations Practice. Formerly Chief Counsel to the Governor and Chief of the Criminal Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, Charlie brings a wealth of experience to Riker Danzig, focusing his practice on investigations and white collar criminal defense.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - New Jersey

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Charles McKenna is well regarded for his expertise in a broad range of white-collar criminal defense matters. He is regularly called upon to represent clients facing tax investigations and allegations of healthcare fraud.

Strengths

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  • Charlie is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. He is a skilled and intelligent lawyer who leaves no stone unturned. He has a very analytical mind and understands very complex law.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Charles is strategic and fearless. I trust his judgment a lot and he only does what is right for his client.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Charles' negotiation skills are very good. He advocates very strongly for his clients.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Charles is a real pleasure. He has tons of government and real-world experience that make him a real value-add to the team.

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

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