About

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Companies, executives and public officials rely on WilmerHale to counsel them through internal, government and cross-border investigations, as well as related criminal, civil and administrative litigation and enforcement proceedings. Our lawyers combine subject matter knowledge with a relentless devotion to helping clients achieve their goals. In the US, our team handles investigations involving the Department of Justice, Congress, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the FBI and CIA, Inspectors General, and virtually every other federal agency with investigative authority. We also have extensive experience handling matters at the state level. Outside the US, we have represented clients before numerous law enforcement and regulatory bodies in matters including competition/cartel issues, securities trading, corruption, anti–money laundering and fraud.


WilmerHale defined how a law firm should conduct a credible, thorough and efficient internal investigation with its work on matters for BP, JP Morgan Chase and Enron, among others. Our team conducts internal investigations on matters ranging from whistleblower complaints and conduct, governance and ethics reviews to anti-bribery and corruption, export/import controls and other violations of law. We have also handled healthcare fraud cases, accounting and disclosure matters, securities trading reviews, and code-of-conduct and compliance inquiries.


To learn more, visit: https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/solutions/investigations

Chambers Review

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Corporate Crime & Investigations: The Elite - USA - Nationwide
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Band 2
What the team is known for

WilmerHale is a high-end compliance and investigations practice with multiple former prosecutors and government officials within its ranks. Offers the benefit of deep regulatory expertise alongside valuable international experience in its handling of major internal reviews and government enforcement actions. Notable focus on anti-corruption matters including FCPA and anti-cartel investigations. Experienced counsel to leading financial institutions, technology manufacturers and automotive companies, among others.

Notable practitioners

Ronald Machen is a key contact in Washington, DC.

Work Highlights

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  • WilmerHale successfully represented Oracle in a Securities and Exchange Commission inquiry regarding potential violations of the FCPA.

Strengths

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