Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : Illinois
Band 4
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Provided by Baker McKenzie
As one of the top white-collar defense and investigations teams in the United States, we represent companies and their officers in government investigations and litigation. A natural corollary to our government-facing white collar practice is that we assist multinational companies in conducting complex, multijurisdictional investigations and advise on corporate governance matters and the management of compliance risk across a variety of practice areas — anti-bribery and corruption, securities fraud, trade compliance, sanctions and boycotts, customs, cybersecurity, data privacy, AML and financial regulatory, health and safety, tax, supply chain and other white-collar criminal matters. We accomplish this through our hallmark of collaboration and fluency, among offices, jurisdictions, practice areas, industry groups and technical disciplines. Specifically, we combine our US law expertise, demonstrated in multiple declinations and favorable client outcomes (see below) with an unparalleled international platform of local white collar and compliance expertise to deliver a seamless outcome for the client -- with one voice.
Our regional practitioners have extensive prior experience working for the US DOJ, the US SEC’s Division of Enforcement, as well as clerking in the Delaware Court of Chancery. Collectively, we have more than 140 years of DOJ and SEC experience.
Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie has a well-regarded team advising a range of domestic and international clients on complex commercial litigation matters. Also features a strong white-collar team with expertise in federal and internal investigations and cross-border proceedings. Particularly adept at handling securities litigation and FCPA issues, as well as antitrust, immigration and fraud matters. Active across a range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, technology and manufacturing.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie represented North Carolina-based registered investment adviser firm and its principal in connection with SEC Atlanta office investigation that resulted in a settled action alleging that the defendants unsuitably recommended that three clients invest $7.3 million in alternative investment deals.
Notable Practitioners
Jerome Tomas's practice includes both individual and corporate representations in white-collar trials and investigations into allegations of FCPA violations and financial fraud.
"He is great at getting clients to understand what is going on."
"Jerome is an incredible lawyer. He is someone who is always available and is thoughtful on potential angles."