Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : California
Band 5
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Morrison Foerster offers a highly quality group of regulatory defense attorneys, with considerable skill in defending SEC and DOJ investigations and litigation matters. The firm is held in particularly high regard for its expertise in data privacy and cybersecurity matters.
Work Highlights
- Morrison Foerster defended Recology following an investigation brought by the US Attorney's Office for California's Northern District into alleged bribes paid to the former head of San Francisco's Public Works department.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They're experienced partners with excellent operational, public relations and legal sensibilities."
"There was a very good effort made to understand the collateral impact of the investigation on other elements of our business."
"The legal team I worked with was phenomenal, their attention to detail in my case exceeded any expectation I had. They remember more minor details about my life and the circumstances of my case than I do! This is a stressful event and I couldn’t be more grateful for the legal team formed to assist in every aspect of the case."
"The firm has a deep bench of experts that work together to deliver a complete work product. Nothing falls through the cracks - they are on top of things with strong attention to detail."
"They cover all the bases, including with attorneys who previously were US prosecutors and DOJ officials."
"They're experienced partners with excellent operational, public relations and legal sensibilities."
"There was a very good effort made to understand the collateral impact of the investigation on other elements of our business."
"The legal team I worked with was phenomenal, their attention to detail in my case exceeded any expectation I had. They remember more minor details about my life and the circumstances of my case than I do! This is a stressful event and I couldn’t be more grateful for the legal team formed to assist in every aspect of the case."
"The firm has a deep bench of experts that work together to deliver a complete work product. Nothing falls through the cracks - they are on top of things with strong attention to detail."
"They cover all the bases, including with attorneys who previously were US prosecutors and DOJ officials."
Notable Practitioners
Christine Wong is a highly experienced white-collar criminal defense attorney who is held in high esteem for her trial expertise.
"It helps that she used to be federal prosecutor and she has experience in running compliance - she has great insight and she is able to see things from many different perspectives."
"She has great legal and negotiating skills and is focused on practical solutions. You couldn't ask for a better advisor and, when the time requires it, a better warrior."
Craig Martin offers impressive skills in advising clients on SEC investigations and enforcement actions, alongside roles conducting internal investigations.
"He is just one of the most excellent SEC-facing attorneys I have ever encountered in my career. He knows how to represent the facts and a story - he is an incredible advocate in guiding the SEC into what they should care about and into what they might not be interested in. "
"He's experienced, poised and patient. I could not have asked for a better partner."
"Craig brings a deep passion for doing the best for his clients. He thinks about his client's interest 24x7."
Ranked Lawyers at
Morrison Foerster
California