FCPA
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 4
Email address
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212 373 3000Chambers Review
Paul, Weiss has a strong FCPA practice, bolstered by significant capabilities in white-collar defense and securities law. Its enviable bench includes a number of former senior government officials and prosecutors, adept at navigating highly complex FCPA investigations brought by government agencies as well as those conducted internally. The practice also demonstrates strength in transactional support and the development of risk-based compliance programs. The group is also noted for its expert defense of leading domestic and foreign corporations, as well as individual senior executives from a wide variety of industries, including energy, construction and financial services.
Work Highlights
- Paul, Weiss secured favorable settlements with the DOJ and SEC on behalf of GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes, resolving investigations relating to FCPA violations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Paul, Weiss has high-profile former government officials who can bring an understanding of the law and the sentiment of the enforcement community. That's invaluable to have that sort of insight into how things can play out."
"Paul, Weiss has high-profile former government officials who can bring an understanding of the law and the sentiment of the enforcement community. That's invaluable to have that sort of insight into how things can play out."
Notable Practitioners
Mark Mendelsohn is chair of the anticorruption and FCPA group at Paul, Weiss. He maintains his reputation as a sought-after adviser to major corporations facing outside investigations into alleged FCPA violations and harbors further expertise in compliance counseling.
"Mark is thoughtful and big on listening. He is also very smart, with strong analytical abilities. Literally everyone knows him and trusts his capabilities."
"Next to the entry in the dictionary for FCPA is a picture of Mark."
"Mark understands different jurisdictions and helps bridge the gaps."