Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
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Provided by Ballard Spahr LLP
Ballard Spahr represent clients at all stages of white collar criminal proceedings, from responding to grand jury subpoenas to trial, appeal, and post-conviction litigation. When retained during the investigative stage, our attorneys have a long track record of success in resolving the matter without the filing of any criminal charges. At the same time, clients can count on us to employ winning strategies when cases go to trial.
We handle virtually every type of federal criminal case, including:
• Antitrust
• Government procurement fraud
• Environmental crimes
• Computer fraud
• Mail fraud
• Financial fraud
• Commodities fraud
• Health care fraud
• Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering violations
We represent clients in matters involving:
• The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)
• Securities fraud
• Public corruption
• Export violations
• Tax
• Immigration
• Suspension, debarment, and exclusion proceedings
• Matters involving cryptocurrency
Chambers Review
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.
Work Highlights
- Ballard Spahr represented Teva in its indictment by the Department of Justice concerning alleged price fixing and customer allocation for a number of generic drugs.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Ballard Spahr white-collar team is always responsive and diligent."
"Ballard is very thoughtful and strategic."
"The team has excellent knowledge of white-collar processes, is respected by the DOJ and provides excellent service."
"The group is extremely detail-oriented and very responsive."
"The Ballard Spahr white-collar team is always responsive and diligent."
"Ballard is very thoughtful and strategic."
"The team has excellent knowledge of white-collar processes, is respected by the DOJ and provides excellent service."
"The group is extremely detail-oriented and very responsive."
Notable Practitioners
Henry Hockeimer heads the firm's white-collar defense and internal investigations group. He is highly sought after for his work in representing individuals and corporations in matters such as criminal investigations and whistleblowing-related matters.
"Hank is excellent. He provides practical, straightforward and frank advice, guiding clients through difficult matters."
"Hank's measured approach really plays well with judges and juries."
David Axelrod is a standout attorney who is noted for his experience as a federal prosecutor. He has notable expertise in securities matters, including representing clients in SEC investigations.
"He has a great presence at trial and in the negotiating room, bringing his knowledge from both the US attorney office and the SEC to bear."
"He is very bright and has very good judgment."
Peter Hardy is particularly active on behalf of banks in white-collar litigation. He is noted for his expertise in areas such as fraud, money laundering and tax.
"Peter is amazing in tax-related matters."
Stephen Stigall is an experienced white-collar defense lawyer who is well known for handling internal investigations on behalf of companies. He is particularly adept when it comes to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
"He is fantastic to work with."
"Stephen is careful and thorough, and handles representations very well."
Emilia McKee Vassallo is recommended for her expertise in internal investigations and litigation in the white-collar space.
"She brings a lot of gravitas to very sensitive investigations."
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