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Chambers Review

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FCPA - USA
4
Band 4
What the team is known for

Sidley Austin's prominent white-collar and investigations group consists of a solid global platform and reputation. The practice is sought after for assistance by clients from a multitude of different industries, including pharmaceutical companies and investment funds. The group is skilled in internal investigations and compliance reviews, with additional proficiency in litigation and regulatory enforcement.

Work Highlights

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  • Sidley Austin LLP represented Protegrity Corporation with regard to an internal investigations into embezzlement, theft and bribery committed by its chief executive officer, as well as connected restitution matters before the DOJ.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Karen A Popp
2
Karen A Popp
2
Band 2

Karen Popp is global co-head of Sidley Austin's white-collar and investigations group and maintains a respected practice that sees her handle external and internal investigations, as well as compliance counseling. She is also commended by peers for her invaluable contributions to the legal community.

"Karen is a very proactive lawyer, listening very carefully to the actual need of the client and tailoring her advice."

"She has a defense mindset and is practical with impeccable judgment."

Kristin Graham Koehler
4
Kristin Graham Koehler
4
Band 4

Kristin Graham Koehler is co-leader of the white collar, government litigation and investigations group at Sidley Austin. She is highlighted for her significant FCPA experience in major corporate investigations, as well as individual representations.

"Kristin always does a fantastic job. She is super responsive, informative, with an extremely good balance between business needs and authorities' requests."

"She approaches difficult issues with a high degree of pragmatism. She is extremely responsive and is able to marshal the resources and expertise necessary."

Timothy Treanor
4
Timothy Treanor
4
Band 4

New York-based Timothy Treanor co-leads the white-collar criminal defense and investigations practice at Sidley Austin. He impresses for his leading role in several high-profile anticorruption and FCPA investigations.

"Tim should be on speed dial for any bet-the-firm situation."

"Tim is a very capable lawyer who is very responsive in terms of client demands. He is very experienced in interacting with authorities as well as able to handle the pressure that comes from high-stakes investigations."

"Tim’s skill set enables him to quickly develop solutions to complicated situations. These include excellent communication skills, a relentless focus on uncovering the facts and knowledge of the relevant laws as well as necessary steps to implement them into action."

Ranked Lawyers at
Sidley Austin LLP

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Karen A Popp
2
Karen A Popp
2
Band 2
Kristin Graham Koehler
4
Kristin Graham Koehler
4
Band 4
Timothy Treanor
4
Timothy Treanor
4
Band 4

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