Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : California
Band 2
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+1 415 591 6000Chambers Review
Covington's California offices include an expert criminal defense practice which leverages the firm's signature expertise in complex regulatory issues to defend clients facing allegations of corruption, fraud and FCA and FCPA violations, among others. The group benefits from a number of well recognized attorneys with extensive capabilities at trial and in investigations and enforcement proceedings.
Notable Practitioners
Carolyn Kubota supplements her well-respected white-collar criminal trial practice with excellent experience handling governmental and internal investigations, with an array of household name clients calling upon her skills in sensitive matters.
Daniel Shallman focuses his practice on government and internal investigations. He advises companies and high ranking executives on antitrust, FCPA and FCA matters.
"He has an incredible instinct to get to the right result for his client."
"He's a very astute lawyer who understands different ways to obtain leverage on behalf of clients and understands the motivations behind the case."
Douglas Sprague is well versed in responding to DOJ and SEC investigations on behalf of his clients. He also has experience in conducting internal investigations.
Aaron Lewis' investigations and enforcement-based practice sees him representing companies and individuals across a range of industries.