FCPA
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 2
Contact number
202 662 6000Chambers Review
Covington & Burling LLP has a strong white-collar defense practice, advising on a variety of antibribery and anticorruption compliance issues. The firm fields a robust bench of accomplished practitioners with substantial prior experience in government agencies who regularly investigate and resolve FCPA investigations for a roster of significant clients. The group is able to call on a strong network of experts across the US, along with noted practitioners in the firm's London and Shanghai offices. Their attorneys are recognized for their impressive understanding of global anticorruption matters, most notably in the pharmaceutical and technology industries.
Work Highlights
- Covington & Burling advised a Fortune 500 agriculture sector company on the compliance aspects of transactions in Africa.
Notable Practitioners
Lanny Breuer is vice chair at Covington & Burling where he offers expertise in major FCPA investigations and anticorruption issues as part of his prominent white-collar criminal defense practice.
"Lanny is a true expert who provides incredible client service and has an unbelievable rapport with government regulators."
Steven Fagell is cochair of the white-collar defense and investigations practice at Covington & Burling. He draws on substantial prosecutorial experience to advise corporations and individuals from a broad range of industries, including the energy, financial services and pharmaceutical sectors.
"Steven is an excellent FCPA attorney and a very sophisticated advocate."
Donald Ridings is chair of Covington & Burling's anticorruption practice. He has considerable experience assisting clients with FCPA and anticorruption compliance, with a strong following of clients in the life sciences sector. He also has expertise handling multijurisdictional investigations.
Veronica Yepez heads Covington's anti-corruption and investigations practice in Latin America. She is adept at advising clients on government and internal investigations, as well as providing assistance on compliance programs.
Ranked Lawyers at
Covington & Burling LLP
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