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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: The Elite - New York

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What the Team is Known For

The esteemed international firm Latham & Watkins LLP demonstrates expertise in handling complex enforcement proceedings for household-name clients. Strong bench of former government attorneys and broad global network allows it to act on high-profile investigations and enforcement proceedings. Draws on an extensive nationwide footprint and broad subject matter expertise to offer adept handling of a range of civil and criminal disputes. Enviable client base includes leading pharmaceutical companies and manufacturing firms, as well as high-profile individuals.

Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins LLP represented Samuel Reed, the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of BitMEX, in connection with DOJ and CFTC actions relating to violations of the Bank Secrecy Act.

Strengths

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"Latham have a particularly strong bench and a great sense of what regulators are thinking."

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"The team is forthcoming with information and responsive to questions."

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"Latham's team are extremely smart and knowledgeable. They approach discussions with clients with a down-to-earth, natural style that facilitates ease of communication and trust."

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Notable Practitioners

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Richard D Owens
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Richard D Owens
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Senior Statespeople
Richard Owens serves as a trusted adviser to major corporations and individual clients. He handles a broad array of criminal allegations and regulatory proceedings.
"Richard is a legendary lawyer."
"He is a true genius of a lawyer."
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Benjamin Naftalis
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Benjamin Naftalis
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Band 3
Benjamin Naftalis has a well-regarded criminal defense practice, which includes internal and external investigations and complex defense proceedings.
"Ben is an extremely thoughtful attorney with incredible instincts. His awareness of situations and vision to execute in a way that's efficient and effective stands out."
"Ben is a phenomenal lawyer."
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Christopher L Garcia
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Christopher L Garcia
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Band 3
Christopher Garcia regularly called on by global companies to conduct internal investigations and defend regulatory proceedings.
"Chris has the ability to explain complex legal terms and concepts in an understandable manner."
"He takes the time to ensure clients are comfortable with and prepared for the situation and he listens carefully to ensure he provides the best guidance and advice."
"Chris is an absolute master of his craft."
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Marc Berger
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Marc Berger
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Band 3

Marc Berger is global co-chair of the firm's white collar defense and investigations practice. Companies, boards and executives accused of a range of issues including market manipulation, insider trading and crypto-related fraud benefit from his extensive prior experience in the SEC.

"He is very available and responsive. He has strong instincts regarding what will work best with the regulators."
"Marc has great judgment, is incredibly smart, super buckled down on the law and has tremendous gravitas."
"Marc is phenomenally talented."
"He has so many responsibilities littered in his past that give him a tremendous perspective on the regulatory landscape."
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Robert H Hotz, Jr
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Robert H Hotz, Jr
4
Band 4
Robert Hotz is frequently called on by companies and individual clients to handle regulatory enforcement matters and complex criminal investigations.
"He is an outstanding lawyer."
"Robert works hard for his clients and really effectively. He leaves no stone unturned."
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Richard D Owens
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Richard D Owens
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Senior Statespeople
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Benjamin Naftalis
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Benjamin Naftalis
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Band 3
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Christopher L Garcia
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Christopher L Garcia
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Band 3
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Marc Berger
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Marc Berger
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Band 3
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Robert H Hotz, Jr
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Robert H Hotz, Jr
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Band 4
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