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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations | USA

Pennsylvania

Our White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations research will cover both individual representations and company representations. Work typically undertaken in this section will include external and internal investigations, enforcement proceedings, white-collar criminal trials and appeals. Attorneys will generally represent individuals or companies involved in matters investigated by bodies such as the DOJ, US Attorneys' Offices, state AGs and Congress committees. These investigations and enforcement proceedings may involve a range of issues, including insider trading, healthcare fraud, antitrust issues, corruption allegations and FCPA breaches.

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Cozen O'Connor 5 Years Ranked
Duane Morris LLP 4 Years Ranked
Faegre Drinker 4 Years Ranked
Fox Rothschild 4 Years Ranked
K&L Gates 5 Years Ranked
Saul Ewing LLP 5 Years Ranked
Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti, LLP

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Hogan Lovells US LLP 4 Years Ranked
Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young LLP 1 Years Ranked
Post & Schell, P.C.

Senior Statespeople

Eric Kraeutler Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP12 Years Ranked
Creed C Black JrCreed C Black Jnr - Sole Practitioner
Ronald LevinePost & Schell, P.C.

Eminent Practitioners

James J RohnRohn Kurland, P.C.

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Antonio Pozos Faegre Drinker3 Years Ranked
Carrie Sarhangi Love Faegre Drinker4 Years Ranked
Charles DeMonaco Fox Rothschild4 Years Ranked
Daniel Metroka Hogan Lovells US LLP4 Years Ranked
Ian Comisky Fox Rothschild3 Years Ranked
Ilana Eisenstein DLA Piper LLP (US)4 Years Ranked
Jana Volante Walshak Fox Rothschild4 Years Ranked
Matthew Lee Fox Rothschild3 Years Ranked
Richard J Zack Troutman Pepper Locke LLP3 Years Ranked
Samuel Silver Welsh & Recker 4 Years Ranked
Lourdes Sanchez-RidgePietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti, LLP
Mark SheppardLaw Offices of Mark B. Sheppard
Michael ComberComber Miller LLC

Up and Coming

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Ballard Spahr LLP
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
Ballard Spahr offers strong white-collar criminal defense capabilities from its Pennsylania offices. The team is called on to represent both individuals and corporations in high-stakes matters, including government investigations and trials. It handles matters relating to fraud, corruption and FCPA violations, among others.
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Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius has a strong roster of attorneys that are leading the way in white-collar criminal defense and government investigations in Pennsylvania. The firm demonstrates expertise in representing clients in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, as well as those in financial services. Not only does the team have regional strength in Pennsylvania but it also has a strong global reach.
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Troutman Pepper Locke LLP
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
Troutman Pepper Locke LLP is a large national firm with a leading litigation department in Pennsylvania. The team demonstrates solid skills in representing clients in white-collar criminal litigation and government investigations. It acts for well-known clients in the pharmaceuticals industry, as well as other sectors such as life sciences and financial services.
On 1st January 2025, Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord merged to form Troutman Pepper Locke LLP.
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Welsh & Recker
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
Welsh & Recker is a highly regarded criminal defense team noted for its expertise in white-collar criminal investigations and government enforcement. A strong choice for RICO violations, criminal antitrust matters and environmental crime. Experienced in defending both individuals and corporations.
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Cozen O'Connor
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
Cozen O'Connor is a reputable firm with a robust white-collar and government investigations practice in Pennsylvania. The team has expertise in defending individuals and companies in a range of criminal cases that encompass both white-collar crime and violent crime. The firm has strong capabilities in handling matters with cross-border elements.
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Duane Morris LLP
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
Duane Morris is noted in the market for its strong white-collar criminal defense practice. Its attorneys advise on a range of civil and criminal investigations, including those brought by the SEC and other governmental bodies. They act for clients from a variety of sectors, such as healthcare.
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Faegre Drinker
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath offers strong capabilities in the field of white-collar criminal defense. Its lawyers are routinely sought out to handle cases relating to corruption, bribery, fraud and money laundering allegations. They act for individuals as well as corporations across a range of sectors.
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Fox Rothschild
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
Fox Rothschild wins praise for its impressive white-collar criminal defense practice. Its lawyers act for clients from a wide range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals and hospitality. They handle work ranging from securities litigation and criminal tax matters to money laundering allegations.
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K&L Gates
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
K&L Gates has a strong litigation team in Pittsburgh, with particular expertise in white-collar criminal defense. It is especially noted for its ability to assist and defend clients in the healthcare sector. Its litigators are also highlighted for their proficiency in handling other criminal cases, including those relating to sexual abuse and environmental crimes.
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Saul Ewing LLP
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
Saul Ewing has an excellent team of litigators who bring admirable skill to white-collar criminal defense matters. They are often seen assisting clients in cases concerning allegations of fraud and embezzlement. It is also a go-to practice for internal investigations.
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Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti, LLP
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 2
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Hogan Lovells US LLP
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked
Hogan Lovells is particularly sought after by clients in the pharmaceuticals industry, and offers additional expertise in representing entities such as higher education institutions and manufacturers. Broad white-collar criminal defense experience includes complex investigations, antitrust disputes and actions brought under the False Claims Act.
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Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young LLP
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked
Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young houses a strong team of white-collar attorneys, adept in handling complex investigations and litigation. The lawyers are particularly skilled in advising clients facing prosecution in the financial services and healthcare industries.
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Post & Schell, P.C.
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
2024 | Band 3
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