FCPA - USA
What the team is known for
DLA Piper boasts a strong FCPA and corporate investigations practice. The firm houses an experienced bench of former prosecutors across its US offices, ably supported by complementary expertise across its global platform. The team is particularly noted for its significant roster of clients in the pharmaceutical and broader life sciences sectors.
Strengths
"The team at DLA is always responsive, brings deep subject matter expertise, provides well-reasoned and well-supported advice, and helps break down complex matters into digestible pieces."
"DLA always provides top-notch service, conducting thorough investigations with clear analysis of root causes."
"DLA are very responsive, showing good appreciation of client needs."
Work highlights
DLA Piper represented Cognizant Technologies Solutions in relation to the criminal prosecution of former executives in connection to FCPA violations in India.
Notable practitioners
Cochair of the global investigations group at DLA Piper, Karl Buch is noted for his impressive experience as a prosecutor and in-house counsel. He regularly advises on large-scale investigations with particular expertise in the pharmaceutical and wider healthcare industries. "Karl is good at providing commercially-oriented advice." "Karl is 'The Bomb'. He is super smart, with a solid background and experience. He is a great lawyer and highly trusted adviser at top management levels."
