FCPA
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 2
Contact number
+1 212 596 9000About
Provided by Ropes & Gray LLP
In today’s climate of ever-increasing global enforcement, it is critical that companies and individuals involved in international business transactions understand and comply with provisions of anti-corruption laws, as well as those related to economic sanctions and export control regulations. Ropes & Gray’s award winning anti-corruption and international risk practice consists of former federal prosecutors and SEC enforcement attorneys who have extensive experience handling regulatory and enforcement initiatives in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas. Firm-wide, our attorneys are fluent in 46 languages and possess an in-depth understanding of our clients’ businesses and industries, as well as the cultural environments in which they operate.
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Chambers Review
Ropes & Gray LLP boasts an international practice with extensive multijurisdictional expertise, regularly defending clients in FCPA investigations and enforcement proceedings. The practice is adept at handling matters concerning violations of both US and foreign anticorruption laws, such as the UK Bribery Act. They also have significant experience in transactional due diligence concerning anticorruption, anti-money laundering and sanctions laws. Their practitioners have notable experience in the private equity space as well as advising a number of pharmaceutical, energy and technology companies. They are also well equipped to serve as independent compliance monitors for large corporations. The practice continues to increase its coverage in Latin America.
Work Highlights
- Ropes & Gray LLP represented Avianca Holdings S.A. in investigations by the DOJ, SEC and various Colombian law enforcement and regulatory authorities in connection with business practices and alleged misconduct.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Ropes & Gray is always there, even on short notice, for calls and meetings. The service level and responsiveness is outstanding."
"The firm is very sophisticated, resourceful and has strong relationships globally that helps ensure an investigation touches on all the necessary areas."
"Ropes & Gray is always there, even on short notice, for calls and meetings. The service level and responsiveness is outstanding."
"The firm is very sophisticated, resourceful and has strong relationships globally that helps ensure an investigation touches on all the necessary areas."
Notable Practitioners
Alexandre Rene is a partner at Ropes & Gray based in their Washington, DC office. He is called on by corporations and their executives facing regulatory investigations and complex allegations of FCPA violations. He is noted for his experience in corporate monitorships.
"He is sharp, focused and efficient."
"Alex is outstanding, smart and easy to work."
"Alex is a phenomenal practitioner."
Ryan Rohlfsen cochairs the Ropes & Gray anticorruption group and is frequently called on by domestic and international companies under investigation by US regulators for alleged bribery and FCPA violations.
"Ryan is very familiar with the law and with the nuances of local businesses in a wide range of countries."
"Ryan is absolutely excellent."
María González Calvet is cochair of Ropes & Gray's global anticorruption and international risk practice. She is recognized for her breadth of experience as a former federal prosecutor and in-house corporate counsel, as well as her leadership in major investigations involving Latin America.
"Maria has deep experience in Latin America and has great knowledge on anti-bribery issues."
"Maria provides good advice on issues and she is a real pro when it comes to the FCPA."
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