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John Pease

John Pease

USA 2026

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About

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USA

Practice Areas

With more than 20 years of experience as a federal prosecutor, defense attorney, and in-house counsel specializing in complex criminal and civil investigations and trials, John Pease represents clients in a host of white collar litigation and government investigations matters, including Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and False Claims Act (FCA) litigation. While serving as an Assistant US Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania from 1997 to 2013, John handled many of the office’s most complex and high-profile investigations and prosecutions, including the trial conviction for corruption of a prominent Pennsylvania state senator. For more information, please view his bio at https://www.morganlewis.com/bios/johnpease.

Personal

University of Pennsylvania, 1989, B.S., magna cum laude; University of Pittsburgh School of Law, 1992, J.D., cum laude

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Pennsylvania

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Individual Editorial
John Pease is an experienced trial lawyer known for representing pharmaceutical clients in commercial disputes. He also handles matters relating to the False Claims Act and government investigations.

Strengths

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  • John is an exceptionally talented litigator who isn't afraid to get in the weeds.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • John is the real deal. He is persistent, smart and does an excellent job for his clients.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • John is an excellent lawyer who understands practical business realities and has a wealth of experience to help place matters in context.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • John is a very thorough, tenacious lawyer. He is extremely experienced, always prepared and works really hard.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • John Pease is a top-notch white-collar lawyer.

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

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