Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
Band 4
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+1 202 508 4600About
Provided by Ropes & Gray LLP
Companies and individuals worldwide turn to Ropes & Gray’s leading government enforcement practice to guide them through all manner of investigations, enforcement actions, and compliance issues. Our attorneys understand business and regulation and help our clients pre-empt, resolve or mitigate the impact of government investigations and enforcement actions.
Consistently recognized as a leading enforcement defense practice, Ropes & Gray has a long and successful track record of representing clients on the full spectrum of internal investigations and government enforcement matters.
We have represented clients on matters relating to:
The Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FDCA)
The federal Anti-Kickback Statute and the Stark Law
Medicare and Medicaid fraud and abuse and pricing issues
The False Claims Act (FCA) and whistleblower or qui tam litigation
Consumer protection issues
The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the U.K. Bribery Act
Securities law enforcement
Financial crimes
Antitrust enforcement issues
Economic sanctions and export control issues
Anti-money laundering issues
Privacy and data security issues
Intellectual property crime
Public corruption and campaign finance enforcement issues
Chambers Review
Ropes & Gray LLP offers a respected team with an impressive reputation for its representation of corporate clients in a wide range of white-collar criminal matters. The practice wins particular plaudits for its expertise in FCPA cases while being noted for its strength in the life sciences sector and its handling of complex issues related to Latin America.
Work Highlights
- Ropes & Gray LLP defended Avianca Holdings S.A in investigations by the DOJ, the SEC and various Colombian law enforcement authorities.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Ropes & Gray tailor their response and strategy to adequately reflect the risks of a situation or issue."
"The firm is outstanding."
"The team at Ropes & Gray tailor their response and strategy to adequately reflect the risks of a situation or issue."
"The firm is outstanding."
Notable Practitioners
Ropes & Gray partner Alexandre Rene is noted for his work on complex international investigations and offers particular expertise in FCPA-related issues. He is also highlighted for his experience in high-profile corporate monitorships.
"Alex has extensive experience across investigations and monitorships. Clients with a severe issue seek him out to find relevant and realistic solutions."
"Alex is outstanding, very smart and easy to work with. He has deep experiences in these matters, which allows him to handle any surprises."