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Michael Asaro

Michael Asaro

USA 2026

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

New York

14 years ranked

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Practice Areas

Michael A. Asaro’s practice focuses on U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) investigations, white-collar criminal defense, corporate internal investigations and complex commercial litigation. Mr. Asaro has extensive litigation and investigatory experience involving matters arising under the federal securities laws, including insider trading, market manipulation, accounting irregularities, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) violations, and broker-dealer and investment advisor regulation.

Career

Served for five years as a federal prosecutor and four years as an enforcement attorney at the SEC.

Personal

J.D., magna cum laude, Brooklyn Law School, editor-in-chief, Brooklyn Journal of International Law. B.S., Boston University.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

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

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Michael Asaro draws on extensive governmental experience to counsel clients facing regulatory investigations and allegations such as criminal FCPA violations, fraud and market manipulation. He is leader of the firm's white-collar defense and global investigations practice.

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Strengths

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  • Mike is very pragmatic and exceptionally good in advising on internal policies and procedures.

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

  • Mike is a solid litigator and can manage matters well.

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

  • Michael is exceptionally smart, practical and solutions-oriented. He is always focused on helping us navigate complex issues in a way that supports our business objectives.

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

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