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Michael Bopp

Michael Bopp

USA 2026

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Michael brings his extensive government and private-sector experience to help clients navigate through the most difficult crises, often involving high-stakes congressional investigations, executive branch investigations, litigation, and media challenges. Michael spent years running investigations on Capitol Hill and uses his invaluable experience on both sides of the dais to advise clients in what for most is unfamiliar territory. He founded and chairs the Firm’s Congressional Investigations practice and he is a member of the White Collar Defense and Investigations and Crisis Management Practice Groups. His practice focuses on congressional investigations, internal corporate investigations, and other government investigations.

Career

During more than a decade on Capitol Hill, Michael led or played a key role in major investigations in both the Senate and House of Representatives, including four special investigations. In these capacities, he developed the strategy and set the agenda, and managed the discovery efforts for numerous investigations and orchestrated more than 100 committee hearings. He currently co-chairs the ABA’s Committee on Legislative Process and Congressional Investigations.

Personal

J.D. Harvard University – 1992.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Government Relations: Congressional Investigations - USA - Nationwide

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Individual Editorial
Michael Bopp of Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP is recognized for his extensive experience representing clients in Congressional, executive branch and internal investigations.

Strengths

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  • Michael's excellent work, steadying demeanor and persistence in the face of all obstacles set him apart.

    Government Relations: Congressional InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Michael Bopp is a dean of the bar. He uses his very strong reputation to ensure good outcomes for clients.

    Government Relations: Congressional InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Michael is top notch.

    Government Relations: Congressional InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Michael Bopp is effective at understanding and advising on the best strategies to mitigate risk in politically complex matters.

    Government Relations: Congressional InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • I wish I could use Michael on all of my matters.

    Government Relations: Congressional InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA

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