Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
Band 3
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Chambers Review
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP has a growing white-collar practice with an enviable client list comprising global financial institutions, large corporations and their executives. The group frequently handles investigations by a range of governmental agencies, as well as matters relating to corruption, the FCPA and antitrust. The practice is also noted for its capabilities handling highly sensitive cases involving sanctions violations. Its impressive team is bolstered by a number of former federal prosecutors and government officials who offer further expertise in conducting sensitive internal investigations.
Work Highlights
- Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP secured the dismissal of criminal charges brought by the Department of Justice Antitrust Division against Jason McGuire, an executive in the chicken supply industry, for allegedly participating in a wide-ranging conspiracy to fix prices and rig bids for broiler chicken products.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm is outstanding at handling complex and sophisticated matters. They are absolutely fantastic and provide incredible client service."
"The team is extremely knowledgeable and strategic."
"The firm is outstanding at handling complex and sophisticated matters. They are absolutely fantastic and provide incredible client service."
"The team is extremely knowledgeable and strategic."
Notable Practitioners
Daniel Kahn offers clients a wealth of expertise in white-collar defense and investigations matters, regularly advising on cases involving FCPA violations, securities fraud and money laundering. He draws upon his extensive experience in government as the former head of the DOJ's Fraud Section and the FCPA Unit to provide expert advice.
"Daniel is exceptional and has very deep connections with the DOJ and SEC."
"He is smart, fair and strategic."
Uzo Asonye is a partner at Davis Polk with notable experience advising financial institutions and senior executives on government and internal investigations.
"Uzo has the client's best interests at heart."
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