Ranking tables
USA New York Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
- Charles Stillman Ballard Spahr LLP19 Years Ranked
- Denis McInerney Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP15 Years Ranked
- Elkan Abramowitz Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C.20 Years Ranked
- Frank Wohl Lankler Siffert & Wohl LLP19 Years Ranked
- Gary P Naftalis Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP20 Years Ranked
- John S Siffert Lankler Siffert & Wohl LLP20 Years Ranked
- Lawrence J Zweifach Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP14 Years Ranked
- Michele Hirshman Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP12 Years Ranked
- Samuel W Seymour Sullivan & Cromwell LLP20 Years Ranked
- Edward JM Little
Eminent Practitioners
Star Individuals
Band 1
- Aaron R Marcu Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US19 Years Ranked
- Anjan Sahni WilmerHale7 Years Ranked
- Barry A Bohrer Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo PC18 Years Ranked
- Bruce E Yannett Debevoise & Plimpton LLP17 Years Ranked
- David M Zornow Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates20 Years Ranked
- George S Canellos Milbank LLP12 Years Ranked
- Helen Cantwell Debevoise & Plimpton LLP10 Years Ranked
- Helen Gredd Lankler Siffert & Wohl LLP13 Years Ranked
- James J Benjamin, Jr Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP14 Years Ranked
- Joan McPhee Ropes & Gray LLP19 Years Ranked
- Joanna C. Hendon Alston & Bird LLP9 Years Ranked
- Lee S Richards III Perkins Coie LLP20 Years Ranked
- Linda Imes Spears & Imes LLP15 Years Ranked
- Loretta E Lynch Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP3 Years Ranked
- Martine Beamon Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP13 Years Ranked
- Nancy Kestenbaum Covington & Burling LLP10 Years Ranked
- Paul Schoeman Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP10 Years Ranked
- Peter Chavkin Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo PC14 Years Ranked
- Richard M Strassberg Goodwin19 Years Ranked
- Robert J Cleary Proskauer Rose LLP12 Years Ranked
- Steven R Peikin Sullivan & Cromwell LLP12 Years Ranked
- David Esseks
- Guy Petrillo
- Sean Hecker
- Susan Necheles
Band 2
- Adam Siegel Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US12 Years Ranked
- Alan Vinegrad Covington & Burling LLP18 Years Ranked
- Alexander Willscher Sullivan & Cromwell LLP8 Years Ranked
- Andrew J Ceresney Debevoise & Plimpton LLP13 Years Ranked
- Anirudh Bansal Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP11 Years Ranked
- Boyd M Johnson III WilmerHale9 Years Ranked
- Carl H Loewenson Jr Morrison Foerster15 Years Ranked
- Christopher J Clark Clark Smith Villazor LLP13 Years Ranked
- Christopher Morvillo Clifford Chance US LLP8 Years Ranked
- Daniel J Fetterman Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP14 Years Ranked
- David B Anders Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz13 Years Ranked
- David E Brodsky Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP16 Years Ranked
- David Meister Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates7 Years Ranked
- David N Kelley Dechert LLP15 Years Ranked
- Eric Corngold Friedman Kaplan Seiler Adelman & Robbins LLP8 Years Ranked
- Evan Barr Reed Smith LLP12 Years Ranked
- Glen McGorty Crowell & Moring LLP8 Years Ranked
- Greg Andres Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP6 Years Ranked
- Jeremy H Temkin Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C.12 Years Ranked
- Joel M Cohen White & Case LLP10 Years Ranked
- John F Savarese Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz20 Years Ranked
- Jonathan Streeter Dechert LLP9 Years Ranked
- Joon H Kim Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP5 Years Ranked
- Lawrence Gerschwer Barnes & Thornburg LLP10 Years Ranked
- Lev Dassin Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP12 Years Ranked
- Lynn Neils Foley Hoag LLP9 Years Ranked
- Marc L Mukasey Mukasey Frenchman LLP10 Years Ranked
- Marjorie Peerce Ballard Spahr LLP7 Years Ranked
- Mark R Hellerer Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP15 Years Ranked
- Mary Mulligan Friedman Kaplan Seiler Adelman & Robbins LLP8 Years Ranked
- Michael G McGovern Ropes & Gray LLP10 Years Ranked
- Michael Schachter Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP12 Years Ranked
- Nicolas Bourtin Sullivan & Cromwell LLP11 Years Ranked
- Reed Brodsky Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP9 Years Ranked
- Richard D Owens Latham & Watkins LLP15 Years Ranked
- Rita Glavin Glavin PLLC4 Years Ranked
- Robert J Anello Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C.15 Years Ranked
- Roberto Finzi Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP12 Years Ranked
- Seth Levine Levine Lee LLP10 Years Ranked
- Sharon L. McCarthy Kostelanetz LLP5 Years Ranked
- Victor Hou Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP6 Years Ranked
- William Harrington Goodwin8 Years Ranked
- Alexandra Shapiro
- Amy Walsh
- Anthony Barkow
- Katya Jestin
- Marc A. Weinstein
- Mark S Cohen
- Michael S Kim
- Patrick J Smith
- Steven G Kobre
- Tai H Park
- William J Schwartz
Band 3
- Alexander H. Southwell Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP9 Years Ranked
- Benjamin Gruenstein Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP5 Years Ranked
- Benjamin Naftalis Latham & Watkins LLP5 Years Ranked
- Carrie Cohen Morrison Foerster5 Years Ranked
- Christopher Conniff Ropes & Gray LLP8 Years Ranked
- Christopher L Garcia Latham & Watkins LLP7 Years Ranked
- Dani James Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP5 Years Ranked
- Daniel Ruzumna Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP12 Years Ranked
- David Massey Perkins Coie LLP5 Years Ranked
- David Spears Spears & Imes LLP14 Years Ranked
- George A Stamboulidis BakerHostetler LLP12 Years Ranked
- Howard E Heiss O'Melveny & Myers LLP20 Years Ranked
- James McGovern Hogan Lovells US LLP4 Years Ranked
- James Mitchell Ballard Spahr LLP7 Years Ranked
- Jillian Berman Lankler Siffert & Wohl LLP5 Years Ranked
- John Buretta Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP6 Years Ranked
- John Gleeson Debevoise & Plimpton LLP3 Years Ranked
- John Hillebrecht DLA Piper LLP (US)7 Years Ranked
- John J Carney BakerHostetler LLP14 Years Ranked
- Jonathan Polkes Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP18 Years Ranked
- Jonathan S Sack Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C.10 Years Ranked
- Joshua Goldberg Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP9 Years Ranked
- Justine A. Harris Sher Tremonte LLP4 Years Ranked
- Katherine R Goldstein Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP5 Years Ranked
- Kelly Moore Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP7 Years Ranked
- Kelly T Currie Crowell & Moring LLP5 Years Ranked
- Kenneth M Breen Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP14 Years Ranked
- Lauren J Resnick BakerHostetler LLP11 Years Ranked
- Lorin L Reisner Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP8 Years Ranked
- Marcus Asner Arnold & Porter12 Years Ranked
- Maria T Galeno Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP7 Years Ranked
- Mark A Racanelli O'Melveny & Myers LLP5 Years Ranked
- Michael A Rogoff Arnold & Porter12 Years Ranked
- Michael Asaro Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP11 Years Ranked
- Morris Fodeman Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati4 Years Ranked
- Nicholas Goldin Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP9 Years Ranked
- Parvin Moyne Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP5 Years Ranked
- Rebecca Ricigliano Crowell & Moring LLP4 Years Ranked
- Richard D Weinberg Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C.11 Years Ranked
- Richard F Albert Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C.11 Years Ranked
- Robert H Hotz, Jr Latham & Watkins LLP11 Years Ranked
- Ronald G White Walden Macht & Haran LLP8 Years Ranked
- Sarah Coyne Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP5 Years Ranked
- Stephen Fishbein Shearman & Sterling LLP17 Years Ranked
- Steven F Molo MoloLamken LLP14 Years Ranked
- Timothy Treanor Sidley Austin LLP3 Years Ranked
- William Johnson King & Spalding LLP12 Years Ranked
- Derek Cohen
- Isabelle Kirshner
- Jim Walden
- Jonathan S Abernethy
- Suzanne Jaffe Bloom
Band 4
- Andrew Z Michaelson King & Spalding LLP5 Years Ranked
- Barbara Jones Bracewell LLP2 Years Ranked
- Christopher J. Gunther Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates5 Years Ranked
- Daniel Zelenko Crowell & Moring LLP12 Years Ranked
- Dietrich L. Snell Proskauer Rose LLP11 Years Ranked
- Gabrielle Friedman Lankler Siffert & Wohl LLP3 Years Ranked
- James D Gatta Goodwin4 Years Ranked
- Josh Levine Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP12 Years Ranked
- Lawrence S Spiegel Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates11 Years Ranked
- Lisa Zornberg Debevoise & Plimpton LLP3 Years Ranked
- Mary Beth Hogan Debevoise & Plimpton LLP11 Years Ranked
- Michael A Levy Sidley Austin LLP3 Years Ranked
- Mylan Denerstein Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP3 Years Ranked
- Nicole Friedlander Sullivan & Cromwell LLP3 Years Ranked
- Priya Chaudhry ChaudhryLaw PLLC7 Years Ranked
- Randall Jackson Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP3 Years Ranked
- Scott Edelman Milbank LLP20 Years Ranked
- Scott Resnik Katten5 Years Ranked
- Shari Brandt Perkins Coie LLP6 Years Ranked
- Stephen Juris Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP7 Years Ranked
- Steven Glaser Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates12 Years Ranked
- Steven M Witzel Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP7 Years Ranked
- Theresa Trzaskoma Sher Tremonte LLP4 Years Ranked
- Daniel Levy
- Eugene Ingoglia
- Gregory Morvillo
- Jenna Dabbs
- Jonathan Bach
- Nelson Boxer
- Sean Haran
Band 5
- Alan J Brudner Katten2 Years Ranked
- Andrew Hruska King & Spalding LLP5 Years Ranked
- Andrew Lankler Baker Botts L.L.P.2 Years Ranked
- Benjamin S. Fischer Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C.5 Years Ranked
- Bonnie Baker Friedman Kaplan Seiler Adelman & Robbins LLP2 Years Ranked
- Brian Feldman Harter Secrest & Emery LLP3 Years Ranked
- Carlos F Ortiz BakerHostetler LLP6 Years Ranked
- Celeste Koeleveld Clifford Chance US LLP3 Years Ranked
- Charles T Spada Lankler Siffert & Wohl LLP3 Years Ranked
- Daniel Silver Clifford Chance US LLP4 Years Ranked
- Daniel Stein Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP3 Years Ranked
- David Eskew Abell Eskew Landau2 Years Ranked
- David Miller Greenberg Traurig, LLP3 Years Ranked
- David Siegal Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo PC3 Years Ranked
- David Stuart Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP8 Years Ranked
- Erin Sloane WilmerHale7 Years Ranked
- Evan Norris Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP3 Years Ranked
- Harry Sandick Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP3 Years Ranked
- Jason P.W. Halperin Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo PC2 Years Ranked
- Jennifer Kennedy-Park Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP3 Years Ranked
- Jenny Kramer Alston & Bird LLP3 Years Ranked
- Jessica A. Masella DLA Piper LLP (US)2 Years Ranked
- Joan Loughnane Sidley Austin LLP2 Years Ranked
- John P Nowak Paul Hastings LLP2 Years Ranked
- Jonathan Kolodner Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP3 Years Ranked
- Jonathan New BakerHostetler LLP3 Years Ranked
- Larry Krantz Krantz & Berman LLP2 Years Ranked
- Michael Considine Seward & Kissel LLP3 Years Ranked
- Michael Miller Steptoe & Johnson LLP13 Years Ranked
- Michael Tremonte Sher Tremonte LLP2 Years Ranked
- Nola Heller Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP3 Years Ranked
- Patricia A Pileggi ArentFox Schiff LLP2 Years Ranked
- Richard C. Tarlowe Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP4 Years Ranked
- Ruti Smithline Morrison Foerster3 Years Ranked
- Sarah Eddy Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz2 Years Ranked
- Sharon Cohen Levin Sullivan & Cromwell LLP5 Years Ranked
- Tatiana R. Martins Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP3 Years Ranked
- Telemachus P. Kasulis Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C.4 Years Ranked
- William Devaney Baker McKenzie3 Years Ranked
- Andrew D Goldstein
- Andrew St. Laurent
- Arlo Devlin-Brown
- Christian Everdell
- Edward Kim
- Faith Elizabeth Gay
- Jeffrey A Udell
- Jonathan Harris
- Joshua Klein
- Matthew Schwartz
- Michael Feldberg
- Nick Lewin
- Nicole Argentieri
- Palmina M Fava
- Paul M Krieger
- Robert M Radick
- Rodney Villazor
- Virginia Chavez Romano
Up and Coming
Associates to watch
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Charles StillmanBallard Spahr LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years RankedCharles Stillman brings decades of experience handling all manner of white-collar defense work. During his long career, he has handled trials, regulatory investigations and appellate proceedings for clients from a wide variety of industries.S Denis McInerneyDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Senior Statespeople | 15 Years Ranked"He is completely committed to his clients." "He has an incredible work ethic and strong judgment, and is well respected by the DOJ and other enforcement agencies.""An incredibly detail-oriented, careful and tenacious lawyer."S Elkan AbramowitzMorvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years RankedElkan Abramowitz draws on decades of experience to represent individual and corporate clients in high-stakes criminal matters involving all forms of white-collar allegations.S Frank WohlLankler Siffert & Wohl LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years Ranked"One of the deans of the Bar with an extraordinary breadth of knowledge and the calmest demeanor." "He is incredibly thoughtful in his analysis and one of the best strategic thinkers I have come across." "He lends thoughtful advice to clients and is the ultimate lawyer."S Gary P NaftalisKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years RankedGary Naftalis is a preeminent criminal trial attorney, offering decades of experience litigating high-stakes criminal matters for major corporations and high-profile individual clients.S John S SiffertLankler Siffert & Wohl LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years RankedJohn Siffert is an experienced counselor and trial lawyer to individuals and corporations facing significant criminal proceedings, with expertise covering all areas of white-collar crime.S Lawrence J ZweifachGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Senior Statespeople | 14 Years RankedLawrence Zweifach offers demonstrable expertise acting in a broad array of complex matters, with experience in white-collar, regulatory enforcement and securities disputes.S Michele HirshmanPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Senior Statespeople | 12 Years RankedMichele Hirshman operates a widely respected practice representing major corporations from a variety of industry sectors in high-stakes government and regulatory investigations.S Samuel W SeymourSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years RankedSamuel Seymour is an acclaimed criminal litigator who brings enviable experience representing major banks and other financial institutions in their most business-critical investigations and enforcement proceedings.- Edward JM LittleHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
E Geoffrey S BermanFried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Eminent Practitioners | 2 Years RankedFormer US Attorney for the SDNY Geoffrey Berman heads the firm's New York white-collar defense practice. He offers representation in high-stakes DOJ investigations and also conducts internal investigations.E Karen Patton SeymourSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Eminent Practitioners | 14 Years RankedKaren Patton Seymour offers longstanding expertise in the most complex of white-collar criminal mandates, including large-scale multijurisdictional investigations. Her practice also includes civil disputes and crisis management.E Mary Jo WhiteDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Eminent Practitioners | 16 Years RankedMary Jo White offers unparalleled experience dealing with business-critical investigations and regulatory enforcement proceedings, having previously served as Chair of the SEC.
Star Individuals
- Andrew J LevanderDechert LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Star Individuals | 20 Years RankedAndrew Levander is widely acknowledged as one of the country's preeminent white-collar defense attorneys. He frequently litigates major criminal trials and remains a go-to for major corporations in need of representation in investigations.
- Barry H BerkeKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Star Individuals | 16 Years RankedBarry Berke is widely acknowledged as one of the finest criminal trial attorneys in the city, winning universal praise for his sophisticated representation of prominent individual and corporate clients facing high-stakes proceedings.
- Susan BruneBrune Law P.C. | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Star Individuals | 15 Years Ranked"A spectacular trial lawyer who is fearless and totally dedicated." "Susan is one of the most fearless advocates I have ever met. She is relentless in her pursuit of her client's goals and has the high intelligence to formulate novel legal challenges."
- Theodore V Wells JrPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Star Individuals | 20 Years RankedTheodore Wells is widely recognized as one of the country's most prominent criminal trial attorneys. He boasts an enviable record of success in high-stakes criminal proceedings for market-leading clients.
Band 1
1 Aaron R MarcuFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedAaron Marcu is a go-to for corporations and boards facing high-stakes criminal allegations and internal investigations. He utilizes his significant white-collar experience to advise on matters such as fraud allegations, criminal tax and money laundering, among other charges.1 Anjan SahniWilmerHale | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 7 Years RankedAnjan Sahni draws extensive praise for his sophisticated criminal practice encompassing regulatory investigations and allegations of fraud and insider trading.1 Barry A BohrerMintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo PC | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 18 Years RankedBarry Bohrer has a longstanding and highly regarded white-collar defense practice, which regularly sees him represent individuals involved in high-profile criminal trials and major investigations.1 Bruce E YannettDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedBruce Yannett is regularly called open by a host of market-leading companies facing high-stakes criminal investigations. His sophisticated practice covers the defense of allegations such as fraud, money laundering and FCPA violations.1 David M ZornowSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedDavid Zornow frequently takes on the DOJ and regulatory bodies in major investigations and criminal trials. He is also a leading choice for internal investigations.1 George S CanellosMilbank LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedGeorge Canellos enjoys a reputation as one of the city's most sought-after criminal defense attorneys, winning widespread acclaim for a sophisticated practice that includes high-stakes criminal trials and regulatory investigations.1 Helen CantwellDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 10 Years RankedHelen Cantwell is widely recognized for her expertise in handling internal investigations relating to allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct, as well as her representation of clients facing external regulatory investigations and complex criminal proceedings.1 Helen GreddLankler Siffert & Wohl LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 13 Years Ranked"One of the best and most careful white-collar lawyers in New York." "She is a creative advocate who handles delicate situations and builds confidence in her clients." "A real go-to person for any white-collar matter. She is excellent all around."1 James J Benjamin, JrAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 14 Years RankedJames Benjamin draws widespread acclaim for his impressive track record of defending financial institutions and their senior employees in high-stakes investigations and criminal proceedings.1 Joan McPheeRopes & Gray LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedJoan McPhee is an experienced white-collar litigator with a history of defending complex criminal proceedings for clients from a range of industry sectors, including the healthcare and financial sectors.1 Joanna C. HendonAlston & Bird LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedJoanna Hendon offers impressive expertise handling significant criminal proceedings on behalf of accused individuals, frequently handling a broad array of high-stakes and sensitive allegations.1 Lee S Richards IIIPerkins Coie LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedLee Richards draws on decades of experience representing senior employees and institutions in external and internal investigations and related criminal proceedings.1 Linda ImesSpears & Imes LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 15 Years RankedLinda Imes is an experienced white-collar attorney who is frequently called on to represent individual clients in criminal trials and high-stakes regulatory proceedings.1 Loretta E LynchPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 3 Years RankedFormer Attorney General of the United States Loretta Lynch is commended for her expert crisis management skills. Her experience includes criminal proceedings, investigations and regulatory concerns.1 Martine BeamonDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedMartine Beamon wins widespread acclaim for her work handling significant external and internal investigations connected to allegations of fraud, sexual misconduct and FCPA violations, among other things.1 Nancy KestenbaumCovington & Burling LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 10 Years RankedNancy Kestenbaum is widely acknowledged as a market-leading lawyer in white-collar cases involving allegations of sexual misconduct. Her broader practice also includes regulatory investigations and matters relating to potential FCPA violations.1 Paul SchoemanKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 10 Years Ranked"He was probably a wise man when he was in sixth grade." "He is an insightful, pragmatic and gifted trial attorney." "He is down-to-earth and has a perfect touch with delicate and sensitive situations."1 Peter ChavkinMintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo PC | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked"He is incredibly effective, responsive and compassionate." "A wonderfully talented attorney and a fierce advocate." "Peter is an incredible attorney. The intellect, passion and dedication that he brings to his work and client service is top-notch."1 Richard M StrassbergGoodwin | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedRichard Strassberg heads the firm's white-collar group and is widely esteemed for his work defending clients in high-stakes criminal trials. His practice extends to external and internal investigations and regulatory proceedings.1 Robert J ClearyProskauer Rose LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedRobert Cleary is a go-to attorney for individuals and corporate clients facing high-stakes criminal proceedings and complex regulatory investigations.1 Steven R PeikinSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedFormer co-director of the SEC Steven Peikin frequently handles major internal and government investigations on behalf of large corporations,- David EsseksAllen & Overy LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1
- Guy PetrilloPetrillo Klein & Boxer LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1
- Sean HeckerKaplan Hecker & Fink LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1
- Susan NechelesNechelesLaw LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 1
Band 2
2 Adam SiegelFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedAdam Siegel's broad criminal and regulatory practice often sees him counseling clients facing significant regulatory investigations, both domestic and multijurisdictional.2 Alan VinegradCovington & Burling LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 18 Years RankedAlan Vinegrad undertakes a broad caseload of white-collar defense work. He regularly acts for both individuals and institutions in connection with regulatory investigations and allegations including fraud and insider trading.2 Alexander WillscherSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 8 Years Ranked"He is strategic in his advice and commercial in matters." "Alexander builds strong relationships with the government attorneys that he deals with and thoughtfully presents the risks and other considerations to his clients."2 Andrew J CeresneyDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 13 Years Ranked"He is a brilliant, strategic thinker and a tireless worker." "He is creative and makes strategic decisions that are outside of the standard playbook." "He is a powerhouse."2 Anirudh BansalCahill Gordon & Reindel LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedAnirudh Bansal advises major organizations and their high-level employees on the full range of criminal investigations and regulatory matters.2 Boyd M Johnson IIIWilmerHale | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedBoyd Johnson is a trial lawyer with nearly three decades of experience in the public and private sectors. He assists both companies and individuals facing sensitive government investigations and criminal proceedings.2 Carl H Loewenson JrMorrison Foerster | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedCarl Loewenson draws praise for his broad white-collar practice, which sees him regularly defending clients against various types of fraud allegations. He also handles cases involving tax evasion and violation of federal statutes such as the FCPA.2 Christopher J ClarkClark Smith Villazor LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedChristopher Clark regularly handles complex high-stakes criminal defense matters arising from the financial services sector, drawing on impressive government and private practice experience.2 Christopher MorvilloClifford Chance US LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedChristopher Morvillo offers impressive experience defending clients against a wide range of criminal allegations and regulatory proceedings, including matters involving fraud, FCPA violations and insider trading.2 Daniel J FettermanKasowitz Benson Torres LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked"Daniel has exceptional issue-spotting skills and takes a holistic view of his clients’ needs.""Daniel is a very fine, experienced trial lawyer with practical instincts and credibility with the government."2 David B AndersWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedDavid Anders is regularly called on by major corporations facing regulatory investigations and complex criminal allegations.2 David E BrodskyCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedDavid Brodsky offers a broad practice that sees him handle a wide variety of criminal proceedings and regulatory enforcement matters, with experience handling investigations by bodies such as the DOJ, SEC and FINRA."He is one of the best managers of large, complicated investigations." "A deeply experienced and thoughtful lawyer who is extremely effective in complex, multijurisdictional matters." "He is a remarkable lawyer."2 David MeisterSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedDavid Meister brings his impressive government experience to bear in his handling of complex criminal and regulatory investigations, with matters often involving significant cross-border elements.2 David N KelleyDechert LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedDavid Kelley is frequently called on to handle high-stakes criminal and regulatory investigations and offers additional expertise conducting sensitive internal investigations.2 Eric CorngoldFriedman Kaplan Seiler Adelman & Robbins LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedEric Corngold is head of the firm's white-collar practice, and is a seasoned litigator who brings his extensive experience to bear in the defense of companies and their senior employees in criminal investigations and related proceedings.2 Evan BarrReed Smith LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedEvan Barr takes on an impressive spread of criminal defense work, acting for both individuals and corporations facing allegations of FCPA violations, corruption and securities fraud.2 Glen McGortyCrowell & Moring LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedGlen McGorty's broad practice sees him handle both internal and external investigations involving allegations such as FCA violations, fraud and corruption.2 Greg AndresDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked"A terrific trial lawyer." "Tremendously strategic and brings with him a credible threat of trying cases." "If I had a problem he would be right up there on my call list."2 Jeremy H TemkinMorvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedJeremy Temkin is noted for his expertise in matters involving criminal tax allegations, and regularly acts for both companies and individuals in high-stakes criminal investigations.2 Joel M CohenWhite & Case LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedJoel Cohen cochairs the firm's white-collar practice and remains a fine choice of lawyer for clients facing a broad range of allegations. His expertise extends to matters including allegations of money laundering, securities fraud and criminal tax issues.2 John F SavareseWachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 20 Years RankedJohn Savarese is widely admired for his impressive track record in high-stakes criminal litigation. His broad practice includes a range of criminal regulatory matters and sensitive internal investigations, among other complex mandates.2 Jonathan StreeterDechert LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedJonathan Streeter is respected for his criminal trial work, regularly assisting clients facing substantial allegations of financial misconduct. He has additional strength in representing institutions facing criminal and regulatory investigations.2 Joon H KimCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedJoon Kim is the former acting US Attorney for the Southern District of New York and is considered a go-to for corporations facing criminal and regulatory investigations, often with cross-border elements.2 Lawrence GerschwerBarnes & Thornburg LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedLawrence Gerschwer offers clients a wealth of expertise handling a broad array of criminal defense matters, regularly counseling on significant regulatory investigations and notably acting for a number of parties facing allegations of market benchmark manipulation.2 Lev DassinCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 12 Years Ranked"Lev is incredibly knowledgeable in the area of white-collar investigations and is practical and business-minded in his approach." "He has such a breadth of experience at the US Attorney's Office and his finger is on the pulse of who's who in various divisions within government." "He offers impressive general advice and technical knowledge."2 Lynn NeilsFoley Hoag LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedLynn Neils is noted for her handling of major investigations for a range of corporate clients and senior employees, often undertaking work involving significant multijurisdictional elements.2 Marc L MukaseyMukasey Frenchman LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedMarc Mukasey comes recommended for his expert representation of individuals involved in high-profile criminal trials. He attracts clients from a broad range of sectors, including financial services and healthcare.2 Marjorie PeerceBallard Spahr LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked"Marjorie is a very experienced criminal defense attorney who puts as much effort into my case as if it were her own family member in trouble." "She cares about her clients and is committed to seeing justice for all."2 Mark R HellererPillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedMark Hellerer undertakes a broad variety of work, including investigations, enforcement proceedings and criminal trials. He is particularly noted for his strong cross-border capabilities.2 Mary MulliganFriedman Kaplan Seiler Adelman & Robbins LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedMary Mulligan handles the full range of white-collar defense work, having represented clients accused of a broad array of criminal allegations, including various types of fraud, criminal tax and FCA violations.2 Michael G McGovernRopes & Gray LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedMichael McGovern co-heads the firm's government enforcement group and regularly handles major regulatory and criminal investigations on behalf of both corporations and individuals, as well as criminal trials.2 Michael SchachterWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedMichael Schachter is particularly noted for his sophisticated defense of individual clients in high-stakes criminal proceedings. He offers further expertise in the representation of corporations and financial services companies.2 Nicolas BourtinSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedNicolas Bourtin routinely represents major financial institutions and large corporations in complex external and internal investigations. He demonstrates further expertise in criminal trial and appellate matters.2 Reed BrodskyGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedReed Brodsky is distinguished by his extensive experience litigating major criminal trials in the financial crime space, having acted in a number of high-profile cases involving allegations such as fraud and market manipulation.2 Richard D OwensLatham & Watkins LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked"He is easy-going and confident, which is really beneficial when in the midst of a heated investigation." "Sharp as a tack and seems to really enjoy diving into and unraveling complicated questions."2 Rita GlavinGlavin PLLC | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked"Rita is an outstanding attorney and a formidable adversary whose abilities are recognized and acknowledged by the prosecutors." "She is a very talented trial lawyer who is operating at an extremely high level."2 Robert J AnelloMorvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked"Robert is energetic as can be, provides zealous representation, is so committed to his clients and demonstrates incredible professionalism." "He gives holistic legal views." "I would trust Robert Anello with the most challenging and sophisticated matters."2 Roberto FinziPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedRoberto Finzi handles an impressive range of mandates, including major domestic and international investigations by the DOJ and regulatory bodies.2 Seth LevineLevine Lee LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedSeth Levine is particularly noted for his criminal trial work, often handling cases for individual clients facing allegations such as securities and accounting fraud, insider trading, and antitrust violations.2 Sharon L. McCarthyKostelanetz LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedSharon McCarthy is widely acknowledged as a leading criminal tax lawyer. She regularly advises individuals and institutional clients on all manner of criminal proceedings.2 Victor HouCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked"Victor is a tireless advocate who leaves no stone unturned." "Victor Hou has the ability to see the big picture and is very innovative in his approach." "He is just excellent. He's a top white-collar practitioner for insider trading cases and a skilled advocate."2 William HarringtonGoodwin | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedWilliam Harrington is particularly noted for his representation of clients in the healthcare and financial services sectors, regularly acting on their behalf in the defense against allegations including fraud, FCA violations and insider trading.- Alexandra ShapiroShapiro Arato Bach LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
- Amy WalshOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
- Anthony BarkowJenner & Block LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
- Katya JestinJenner & Block LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
- Marc A. WeinsteinHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
- Mark S CohenCohen & Gresser LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
- Michael S KimKobre & Kim | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
- Patrick J SmithClark Smith Villazor LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
- Steven G KobreKobre & Kim | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
- Tai H ParkQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
- William J SchwartzCooley LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 2
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3 Alexander H. SouthwellGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedAlexander Southwell practices at the intersection of white-collar criminal, cybersecurity and privacy law, handling notable criminal trials while offering further expertise in internal and external investigations.3 Benjamin GruensteinCravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedBenjamin Gruenstein represents clients in connection with domestic and cross-border criminal, regulatory and internal investigations, offering experience in acting for a number of notable corporations.3 Benjamin NaftalisLatham & Watkins LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked"He has a great way of articulating the defense and the risks." "Benjamin is as humble as he is talented and is always a pleasure to work with. I unequivocally recommend him."3 Carrie CohenMorrison Foerster | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedCarrie Cohen has a well-regarded practice handling complex internal and external investigations and criminal trials for clients from a range of industry sectors.3 Christopher ConniffRopes & Gray LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedChristopher Conniff offers extensive experience handling matters including allegations of corruption, fraud and money laundering for individual and corporate clients from a range of industry sectors.3 Christopher L GarciaLatham & Watkins LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked"He is a real force to be reckoned with. Tenacious, creative and the kind of person you want in your corner." "Christopher is incredibly pragmatic, sophisticated and strategic, and is very quick at assessing issues and getting to the heart of the matter."3 Dani JamesKramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked"She has a terrific presence in the courtroom and gives practical advice to clients." "A force to be reckoned with." "She is a future star of the market."3 Daniel RuzumnaPatterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedCochair of the firm's white-collar department, Daniel Ruzumna, acts for an array of individual and corporate clients seeking representation in complex criminal proceedings and investigations involving fraud, asset forfeiture and antitrust issues, among others.3 David MasseyPerkins Coie LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedDavid Massey is frequently called on to guide clients facing regulatory investigation and government enforcement proceedings, with noted experience defending allegations of money laundering, financial fraud and FCPA violations.3 David SpearsSpears & Imes LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 14 Years RankedDavid Spears offers a wealth of experience acting for financial services sector clients in criminal trials and civil enforcement and regulatory proceedings.3 George A StamboulidisBakerHostetler LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedGeorge Stamboulidis takes on a wide variety of criminal defense work, regularly representing corporations and senior employees in regulatory proceedings and investigations. He also serves as a federal corporate monitor.3 Howard E HeissO'Melveny & Myers LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 20 Years RankedHoward Heiss is a seasoned white-collar practitioner with expertise handling a broad range of criminal proceedings and investigations, including criminal trials.3 James McGovernHogan Lovells US LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedJames McGovern brings his impressive experience to bear on behalf of individual and corporate clients facing internal and external investigations and criminal enforcement proceedings.3 James MitchellBallard Spahr LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedJames Mitchell counts multiple criminal trials within his impressive experience, and is frequently called on to defend allegations such as securities and bank fraud, money laundering and criminal antitrust.3 Jillian BermanLankler Siffert & Wohl LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked"She is fast, efficient and very attentive to her clients." "On top of every detail of her matters and fierce in her advocacy and representation." "She does really well in one-on-one negotiation with prosecutors."3 John BurettaCravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedJohn Buretta undertakes a broad range of criminal defense work for clients from an array of industries, often representing major companies from the financial services, technology and healthcare fields.3 John GleesonDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked"John has a great deal of credibility with judges and in-house clients." "John is an excellent appellate advocate, both in terms of writing and oral advocacy." "A major former federal judge and a famous trial lawyer."3 John HillebrechtDLA Piper LLP (US) | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedJohn Hillebrecht is frequently called on by corporations and their executives to handle investigations and regulatory enforcement proceedings, often with cross-border elements.3 John J CarneyBakerHostetler LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 14 Years RankedIn his capacity as co-head of the firm's white-collar practice, John Carney frequently advises clients facing significant regulatory and criminal investigations.3 Jonathan PolkesWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 18 Years RankedJonathan Polkes is a seasoned criminal trial attorney with enviable experience defending clients embroiled in regulatory proceedings and civil securities litigation.3 Jonathan S SackMorvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedJonathan Sack is a respected criminal litigator who draws on extensive experience to represent companies and individuals facing a wide variety of criminal allegations.3 Joshua GoldbergPatterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedJoshua Goldberg cochairs the firm's white-collar group, and is widely praised for his work representing clients in litigation involving allegations such as fraud, insider trading and RICO violations.3 Justine A. HarrisSher Tremonte LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedJustine Harris draws on her experience as a federal defender to counsel individuals and corporations facing complex criminal allegations.3 Katherine R GoldsteinAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedKatherine Goldstein has a strong reputation among her peers for her broad criminal defense practice, which sees her frequently advising clients facing all manner of white-collar proceedings, including regulatory and internal investigations.3 Kelly MooreMorgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedKelly Moore routinely represents clients in connection with a host of criminal and regulatory proceedings, including investigations by the DOJ and SEC.3 Kelly T CurrieCrowell & Moring LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedKelly Currie served as the Acting US Attorney for the Eastern District of New York. He brings a wealth of expertise handling all manner of domestic and cross-border criminal proceedings, as well as government and internal investigations.3 Kenneth M BreenCadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked"Kenneth is a fantastically talented lawyer who is extremely strategic." "Kenneth Breen is highly efficient, comprehensive and thoughtful." "He takes the time to understand what the client needs, how he can help them and goes over and above what he is obliged to do."3 Lauren J ResnickBakerHostetler LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedLauren Resnick is regularly called on by clients seeking counsel on sensitive internal and external investigations. She also advises on a broad spread of complex regulatory enforcement matters.3 Lorin L ReisnerPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedLorin Reisner offers impressive experience in leading government positions. He handles a wide range of criminal proceedings for major corporate clients.3 Marcus AsnerArnold & Porter | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedMarcus Asner has notable experience litigating a broad array of criminal and civil matters, with particular expertise in corruption, criminal tax and FCA matters.3 Maria T GalenoPillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked"Maria is an extremely effective litigator in securities and white-collar proceedings." "She has excellent bedside manner with clients in tricky situations."3 Mark A RacanelliO'Melveny & Myers LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedMark Racanelli undertakes an array of criminal defense work, frequently advising on regulatory investigations and representing individuals at criminal trial.3 Michael A RogoffArnold & Porter | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedMichael Rogoff frequently advises organizations and high-level employees facing complex criminal allegations and civil suits. He is particularly noted for his work representing major pharmaceutical and healthcare companies in regulatory investigations and FCA litigation.3 Michael AsaroAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked"Michael Asaro is always available to his clients and I find his instincts and advice are always spot on." "He is a strong lawyer with a solid background and deep experience in the white-collar Bar."3 Morris FodemanWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedMorris Fodeman has a well-regarded litigation practice that spans complex criminal work, SEC enforcement matters and internal investigations, while also bringing notable prosecutorial experience.3 Nicholas GoldinSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedNicholas Goldin is highlighted for his work advising corporations and individuals under investigation by various regulatory and governmental bodies for complex criminal allegations.3 Parvin MoyneAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedParvin Moyne attracts praise for the strength of her criminal practice, which sees her frequently defend clients from the financial services sector facing allegations of insider trading, fraud and market manipulation.3 Rebecca RiciglianoCrowell & Moring LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedRebecca Ricigliano is called on by both individuals and companies to handle sensitive criminal allegations and regulatory investigations, including those with international elements.3 Richard D WeinbergMorvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedRichard Weinberg offers significant experience defending clients facing sensitive and complex investigations by a number of organizations and regulatory bodies, including both the DOJ and SEC. He is a go-to attorney for both companies and individuals.3 Richard F AlbertMorvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedRichard Albert's broad practice sees him represent clients under regulatory investigation, as well as defending against criminal allegations including securities fraud, money laundering and FCPA violations.3 Robert H Hotz, JrLatham & Watkins LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedRobert Hotz is frequently called on by companies and individual clients to handle regulatory enforcement matters and complex criminal investigations.3 Ronald G WhiteWalden Macht & Haran LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedRonald White is a seasoned white-collar litigator with experience acting for both individual and corporate clients before a range of government and regulatory bodies, including the DOJ and SEC.3 Sarah CoyneWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked"She is incredibly thoughtful and knowledgeable and is extremely collaborative." "Her insight, calmness and strategic approach are invaluable. She provides amazing advice and is very good at the legal reasoning behind the arguments."3 Stephen FishbeinShearman & Sterling LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedStephen Fishbein acts for individual clients at trial and for corporations in complex investigations, with notable experience representing financial institutions and manufacturers.3 Steven F MoloMoloLamken LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 14 Years RankedSteven Molo undertakes a wide variety of mandates on behalf of corporates and individual clients, whom he represents in regulatory investigations and criminal proceedings, as well as complex commercial litigation.3 Timothy TreanorSidley Austin LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedTimothy Treanor is regularly called on by companies and individuals facing investigations conducted by bodies such as the DOJ into a range of criminal allegations, including spoofing and corruption.3 William JohnsonKing & Spalding LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedWilliam Johnson is notable for his work representing a broad client base in investigations and criminal proceedings conducted by a range of regulatory bodies, with additional expertise in cybersecurity and privacy matters.- Derek CohenWalden Macht & Haran LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3
- Isabelle KirshnerClayman & Rosenberg LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3
- Jim WaldenWalden Macht & Haran LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3
- Jonathan S AbernethyCohen & Gresser LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3
- Suzanne Jaffe BloomWinston & Strawn LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 3
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4 Andrew Z MichaelsonKing & Spalding LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedAndrew Michaelson offers notable expertise in defending clients from a range of industries in complex criminal proceedings, with particular experience in matters relating to alleged securities violations.4 Barbara JonesBracewell LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedFormer district court judge Barbara Jones brings a wealth of experience handling white-collar matters. She devotes her private practice to conducting internal investigations and providing clients with regulatory compliance advice.4 Christopher J. GuntherSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedChristopher Gunther has a robust criminal and regulatory practice, which regularly sees him handling external and internal investigations and associated criminal proceedings for individual and corporate clients from a range of industry sectors.4 Daniel ZelenkoCrowell & Moring LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedDaniel Zelenko is frequently called on by major corporations to defend high-stakes criminal proceedings and regulatory investigations, often involving allegations of fraud, money laundering and corruption.4 Dietrich L. SnellProskauer Rose LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedDietrich Snell is a trusted adviser for corporations and individual clients facing an extensive range of criminal allegations. He is co-head of the firm's white-collar practice, and has demonstrable expertise in handling regulatory investigations and sensitive internal investigations.4 Gabrielle FriedmanLankler Siffert & Wohl LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked"One of her strengths is that she really cares about understanding what her client needs, and shapes the legal strategy around those specific needs." "She is hard-working, focused and creative."4 James D GattaGoodwin | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedAs former chief of the criminal division of the Eastern District of New York, James Gatta draws on impressive government experience to represent corporate and individual clients facing a broad array of potential criminal and regulatory issues.4 Josh LevineSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedJosh Levine is called on by individual and corporate clients from industries such as financial services and pharmaceuticals to guide them through complex regulatory proceedings and investigations.4 Lawrence S SpiegelSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedLawrence Spiegel is an experienced defense attorney who offers a proven track record handling internal and external investigations and related proceedings.4 Lisa ZornbergDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedFormer Chief of the Criminal Division of the United States Attorney's Office, Lisa Zornberg manages sensitive internal investigations on behalf of corporate clients, as well as handling inquiries conducted by bodies such as the SEC.4 Mary Beth HoganDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedMary Beth Hogan offers impressive experience handling both internal and external investigations for a range of institutions, often taking on cases involving sensitive allegations of sexual misconduct.4 Michael A LevySidley Austin LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked"Michael Levy is very dedicated to me as a client, always available and responsive to my needs." "He can analyze complex situations very quickly in a detailed yet understandable manner."4 Mylan DenersteinGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedMylan Denerstein offers a broad white-collar practice, which includes representing significant corporate and individual clients in criminal proceedings. She has further expertise handling CFTC enforcement actions.4 Nicole FriedlanderSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedNicole Friedlander regularly represents financial institutions under criminal investigation as part of her white-collar defense capabilities. She is also noted for her cross-border experience.4 Priya ChaudhryChaudhryLaw PLLC | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked"She is absolutely committed to finding every possible avenue of defense and pursuing them with passion." "She gets unbelievably good results for her clients and is an excellent cross-examiner."4 Randall JacksonWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedRandall Jackson offers valuable trial and cross-border experience, regularly representing companies in white-collar criminal proceedings and government investigations.4 Scott EdelmanMilbank LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 20 Years RankedChairman of the firm Scott Edelman is recognized for the deft guidance he provides to companies facing criminal investigations and trials.4 Scott ResnikKatten | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked"He has great judgment and is incredibly effective outside and inside of the courtroom." "He is very thoughtful, grounded and provides very pragmatic, sober guidance." "He is a brilliant tactician who keeps his eye on the end game."4 Shari BrandtPerkins Coie LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedShari Brandt demonstrates expertise in a variety of white-collar proceedings, having acted in significant internal investigations, regulatory enforcement matters and complex criminal and civil litigation, particularly for clients from the financial services sector.4 Stephen JurisFried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedStephen Juris offers experience across a range of criminal and regulatory defense work, as well as complex civil disputes, often advising on matters involving alleged market manipulation, FCPA violations and fraud.4 Steven GlaserSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedSteven Glaser is noted for his work defending clients facing complex criminal proceedings and investigations involving allegations including FCPA violations, securities fraud and money laundering.4 Steven M WitzelFried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedSteven Witzel regularly advises corporations and their boards on complex criminal investigations involving the full gamut of white-collar criminal allegations. His recent work includes the defense of individuals under investigation for insider trading and money laundering.4 Theresa TrzaskomaSher Tremonte LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedTheresa Trzaskoma maintains a wide-ranging criminal trial practice, regularly defending individual clients facing all manner of white-collar allegations. Her practice extends to the representation of corporations facing investigation.- Daniel LevyMcKool Smith | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4
- Eugene IngogliaAllen & Overy LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4
- Gregory MorvilloMorvillo PLLC | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4
- Jenna DabbsKaplan Hecker & Fink LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4
- Jonathan BachShapiro Arato Bach LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4
- Nelson BoxerPetrillo Klein & Boxer LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4
- Sean HaranWalden Macht & Haran LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 4
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5 Alan J BrudnerKatten | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedAlan Brudner is frequently called upon to handle complex domestic and cross-border criminal investigations for financial institutions, as well as parallel civil proceedings.5 Andrew HruskaKing & Spalding LLP | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedAndrew Hruska is recognized for his broad white-collar practice, which sees him frequently represent clients from the financial services industry in complex disputes.5 Andrew LanklerBaker Botts L.L.P. | Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations2022 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedAndrew Lankler represents individuals and companies in both government and internal investigations. He has notable experience handling bribery and corruption related matters. <5