Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : New York
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About
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White collar criminal defense matters require trial lawyers who are not afraid to fight for their clients in conference rooms or courtrooms. This is the cornerstone on which our reputation is built. With an unmatched depth of experience in handling complex white collar criminal cases from investigation through trial and appeal, we regularly represent corporate and individual clients in inquiries and investigations by the U.S. Department of Justice, foreign authorities, state attorneys general, local prosecutors, and in all stages of white collar criminal litigation. Our services range from advising targets of grand jury investigations and witnesses who must appear before them, to guiding clients through the indictment, pretrial, negotiation phases, and representing our clients at trial and on appeal. We also frequently handle matters for individual and corporate clients in parallel investigations by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, self-regulatory organizations, congressional committees, and state and federal agencies.
In recent years, we have been at the forefront of every major white collar issue. Our lawyers are thought leaders who have been recognized for their trial skills by professional organizations, lecture frequently on issues relating to criminal law, and regularly contribute to various well-known publications. The lawyers at our firm have a broad range of prior experience in government service.
Chambers Review
Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello PC is an esteemed litigation boutique, widely acclaimed for its market-leading white-collar defense practice. Offers an impressive breadth of expertise in regulatory investigations and enforcement proceedings, particularly those arising from the financial services industry. Fields a deep bench of formidable litigators with experience with acting on some of the most high-profile criminal trials of recent times, as well as advising on internal investigations. Broad criminal defense expertise includes matters involving allegations of financial fraud, FCPA violations and money laundering.
Work Highlights
- Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello PC represented Rafael Martinez, the CEO of MBE Capital, in connection with fraud charges brought by the Southern District of New York under the federal COVID-19 PPP program.
Strengths
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"Morvillo is one of the go-to litigation boutiques in NYC and the country."
"Morvillo is one of the go-to litigation boutiques in NYC and the country."
Notable Practitioners
Elkan Abramowitz draws on decades of experience to represent individual and corporate clients in high-stakes criminal matters involving all forms of white-collar allegations.
Richard Albert's broad practice sees him represent clients under regulatory investigation, as well as defending against criminal allegations including securities fraud, money laundering and FCPA violations.
"Richard is a terrific lawyer."
Robert Anello's sophisticated white-collar practice sees him regularly act for companies and individual clients facing significant criminal proceedings and investigations.
"He has so much wisdom in the Bar."
Jeremy Temkin is noted for his expertise in matters involving criminal tax allegations, and regularly acts for both companies and individuals in high-stakes criminal investigations.
"He is preeminent in the criminal tax space."
Jonathan Sack is a respected criminal litigator who draws on extensive experience to represent companies and individuals facing a wide variety of criminal allegations.
"He is very bright."
"Jonathan is terrific. He generates impressive work product."
Richard Weinberg offers significant experience defending clients facing sensitive and complex investigations by a number of organizations and regulatory bodies, including both the DOJ and SEC. He is a go-to attorney for both companies and individuals.
"He has superb judgment."
Robert Radick frequently defends companies in white-collar criminal proceedings and investigations. He has particular expertise working with healthcare sector clients.
"He is unflappable."
"He is an exceptionally smart lawyer."
Telemachus Kasulis' practice sees him handle internal and external investigations, regulatory proceedings and enforcement actions for a range of clients.
"Tim is a great contributor and really well connected in the community."
Benjamin Fischer is relied on by high-level employees and companies facing complex criminal proceedings arising out of allegations of financial misconduct.
"Benjamin is a smart and talented lawyer."
Brian Jacobs is noted for his sophisticated representation of individuals facing white-collar criminal indictments and government investigations.
"Brian is a brilliant lawyer."
"He is an excellent writer and he has a deep knowledge of the criminal law."
Catherine Foti is noted for her expert defence of clients facing criminal and civil investigations, particularly those involving accusations relating to sexual assault.
"She is so precise in her questioning and incredibly well prepared and thoughtful in every situation."
"Catherine is a seasoned practitioner in the white-collar crime space."
Kate Cassidy defends individual and corporate clients against a variety of state and federal investigations and proceedings, involving fraud, bribery and RICO charges.
"Kate is a very smart lawyer."
"Kate is excellent. She has lots of brilliant experience."
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