Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : New York
Band 1
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Provided by Dechert LLP
Clients seek out our white collar lawyers in Washington, D.C., London, and other global hubs for good reason:
- We’re a leader in managing large, complex, high-stakes investigations.
- We’ve successfully represented clients in virtually all substantive areas of white collar defense.
- Our global presence enables us to represent clients both in single-and multi-jurisdictional matters — criminal cases, internal investigations, enforcement matters — worldwide.
- In the U.S., we frequently represent clients before the Department of Justice (DOJ), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and all other federal agencies, Congress, as well as state attorneys general, state and local prosecutors, and other government and regulatory bodies.
- We have significant experience with top non-U.S. regulators. These notably include the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK, as well as the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and similar authorities in Asia and Europe.
We’re equally adept at dealing with high-profile cases, crisis management, and handling matters discreetly and out of the media.
Nearly a third of the firm’s litigators are in major commercial centers outside the U.S. As in the U.S., many have distinguished themselves at the highest levels of public service.
We have white collar lawyers in Washington, D.C., New York, and other U.S. cities, as well as London, Moscow, Paris, Hong Kong and Singapore.
Chambers Review
Dechert LLP is renowned for the depth of its white-collar defense practice and notable bench of experienced civil and criminal litigators. Recognized as a go-to practice for individuals facing external investigations and enforcement proceedings, as well as acting for major banks and global corporations. Frequently retained on cross-border matters, including investigations conducted by foreign regulators. Counts a number of highly regarded former government prosecutors and high-ranking DOJ officials among its ranks.
Work Highlights
- Dechert LLP represented Icahn Enterprises in connection with investigations by the Southern District of New York and the Securities and Exchange Commission stemming from allegations raised by Hindenburg Research in two short sellers reports.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm provideskilled negotiation and thoughtful advice. They are highly responsive and experienced advisers."
"The firm provideskilled negotiation and thoughtful advice. They are highly responsive and experienced advisers."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Levander is widely acknowledged as one of the country's preeminent white-collar defense attorneys. He frequently litigates major criminal trials and remains a go-to for major corporations in need of representation in investigations.
"He is a dean of the white-collar crime Bar."
"Andrew is an incredibly thoughtful analyst."
Jonathan Streeter is respected for his criminal trial work, regularly assisting clients facing substantial allegations of financial misconduct. He has additional strength in representing institutions facing criminal and regulatory investigations.
"Jonathan is sophisticated, knowledgeable and experienced. He is exactly the type of lawyer you want on your side."
"He is an excellent lawyer."
Jeffrey Brown leverages his extensive experience as formal prosecutor to expertly represent companies and individuals in criminal and civil investigations. He is also highlighted for his strong trial capability.
"He has enormous respect among his peers in the field and deep relationships across an astounding number of organizations and entities that he uses to his clients' benefit."
"Both institutional and individual clients love him. He is a smart lawyer and really good with people."
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Dechert LLP
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