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Joseph Warin

Joseph Warin

Global 2026

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About

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F. Joseph Warin is chair of the 250-person Litigation Department of Gibson Dunn’s Washington, DC office and he is co-chair of the White-Collar Defense and Investigations Practice Group. Mr. Warin’s practice includes representation of corporations in complex civil litigation, white collar crime, and regulatory and securities enforcement – including Foreign Corrupt Practices Act investigations, False Claims Act cases, special committee representations, compliance counseling and class action litigation.

Mr. Warin has handled cases and investigations in more than 40 states and dozens of countries. His clients include corporations, officers, directors and professionals in regulatory, investigative and trials involving regulatory inquiries, criminal investigations and cross-border inquiries by dozens of international enforcers. He is one of the few persons ever to serve as a compliance monitor or counsel to the compliance monitor in three separate FCPA monitorships.

Career

Law Clerk, Eastern District of Virginia (1975- 1976), Assistant US Attorney, Washington, DC (1976-83).

Personal

JD, Georgetown University Law Center (1975); Editor, Law and Policy in International Business.

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FCPA - USA

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Individual Editorial
Joseph Warin is cochair of Gibson Dunn's global white-collar defense and investigations practice. He maintains his eminent position at the top of the market continuing to be a go-to FCPA expert for multinational blue-chip clients across a myriad of industries.

Corporate Crime & Investigations - Latin America - International Counsel

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Joseph Warin elicits remarkable recognition from peers and clients alike for his solid track record and seniority within the corporate crime and investigations field. He is sought after for all matters concerning the FCPA, having advised on compliance issues and both DOJ and SEC investigations.

Strengths

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  • Joe is a legend. He is really strategic on how to resolve matters.

    FCPAChambers Global Guide
  • Joesph is the dean of FCPA Bar.

    FCPAChambers Global Guide
  • Joe is the first name that comes to mind when you think of FCPA work.

    FCPAChambers Global Guide
  • Joseph Warin has a strong reputation, a good sense of sensitivity and is active in the market.

    Corporate Crime & InvestigationsChambers Global Guide

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