About

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The legal and business ramifications of government enforcement actions and internal investigations can be extensive, and may include negative publicity, customer backlash, and financial and criminal liability. Our team includes former government prosecutors, in-house compliance counsel, and seasoned white collar defense attorneys who resolve sensitive government investigations and proceedings. We have decades of experience handling high-stakes civil and criminal government investigations throughout the U.S. and are able to respond quickly to minimize risk.

We guide clients through an often unfamiliar and complex process, defending companies and individuals in all types of government investigations, complex federal and state criminal investigations, and related civil litigation, including single-plaintiff and class actions. We have helped clients with inquiries handled by nearly every federal agency and many state enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), U.S. Attorney’s offices, state attorneys general offices, and other federal and state regulators. Working proactively with our clients, we identify and communicate the risks and potential outcomes of law enforcement and regulatory activities, whether arising from civil enforcement actions or resulting from a criminal investigation.

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Pennsylvania

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What the Team is Known For

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP is a large national firm with a leading litigation department in Pennsylvania. The team demonstrates solid skills in representing clients in white-collar criminal litigation and government investigations. It acts for well-known clients in the pharmaceuticals industry, as well as other sectors such as life sciences and financial services.

On 1st January 2025, Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord merged to form Troutman Pepper Locke LLP.

Work Highlights

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  • The firm represented Blackbaud in an SEC investigation related to the disclosures following a cybersecurity attack.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Michael A Schwartz
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Michael A Schwartz
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Michael Schwartz regularly advises clients on internal investigations relating to white-collar crime, as well as aiding in qui tam litigation.
"Michael is bright, thoughtful and easy to work with. He thinks outside the box and demonstrates excellent judgment."
"Mike is a savvy advocate with a lot of experience litigating. He is a pleasure to work with and gets great results."
Kristin H Jones
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Kristin H Jones
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Kristin Jones is experienced in a range of white-collar mandates, including fraud claims brought under the False Claims Act. She handles both litigation and investigations.
"Kristin is smart and responsive."
Richard J Zack
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Richard J Zack
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Richard Zack is well regarded for his white-collar criminal defense practice. He offers notable experience in matters concerning antitrust violations and securities issues.
"Richard is smart, intuitive and responsive."

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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

Michael A Schwartz
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Michael A Schwartz
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Kristin H Jones
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Kristin H Jones
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Richard J Zack
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Richard J Zack
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