Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : Massachusetts
Band 2
About
Provided by Goodwin
Goodwin is a power-player in the Massachusetts white collar defense and government investigations market. Our team of experienced litigation and enforcement attorneys has differentiated itself from peers, establishing a reputation as “go to” counsel for representing:
· Individuals (including c-suite executives and directors and officers) in criminal litigation and high-profile government investigations;
· Technology and enterprise software companies in employment, cybersecurity, compliance and investigations;
· The numerous, prominent colleges and universities in Massachusetts in sensitive litigation and investigations; and
· Life Sciences and biotechnology companies in SEC enforcement actions and government investigations.
Our work consistently yields positive outcomes for our clients, including instances where the SEC has concluded its investigation without any enforcement action, we have interfaced directly with government regulators to narrow the scope of their subpoenas, or, if a matter has proceeded to trial we have successfully defended our clients and mitigated sentencing.
Chambers Review
Goodwin has a standout team with experience appearing before courts across the USA, up to the Supreme Court. Expertise spanning a range of industries, including real estate, manufacturing, technology, finance and manufacturing. Possesses skill in alternative dispute resolution and litigation avoidance. Also noted for its defense of companies and individuals facing government investigation. Additionally offers capability in handling healthcare fraud class actions. Experience covers shareholder litigation and IPO disputes.
Work Highlights
- Goodwin represented John Younis in connection with criminal and civil insider trading charges brought by the District of Massachusetts, DoJ and SEC.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Goodwin has a deep white-collar bench."
"The team at Goodwin are extremely knowledgable, providing excellent service and responsiveness."
"The team have a real business focus and provide strong client service."
"Goodwin has a deep white-collar bench."
"The team at Goodwin are extremely knowledgable, providing excellent service and responsiveness."
"The team have a real business focus and provide strong client service."
Notable Practitioners
Joseph Savage has a first class practice and often assists with government investigations, in addition to white-collar criminal defense.
Jennifer Chunias is an experienced practitioner who is active on a range of complex white-collar representations specifically in the higher education, technology and telecommunications sectors.
"She is an absolute pleasure to work with."
"She provides very strong advice and counsel."
Miranda Hooker of Goodwin brings her former government experience as a federal prosecutor to bear in her private white-collar practice. She is experienced in representing her clients in government investigations and at trial.
"Miranda is a practical, business-oriented advisor and an extremely good communicator."
"She is terrific and provides practical, actionable advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
Goodwin
Massachusetts
Members
Provided by Goodwin
Deborah Birnbach
Head of Department
James McGarry
Head of Department