Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : Illinois
Band 2
About
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Winston's Government Investigations, Enforcement, and Compliance Practice is one of the largest and most experienced in the world. It is composed of more than 80 attorneys across 11 global offices—including more than 10 former U.S. Attorneys, Assistant and Supervisory Assistant U.S. Attorneys, and a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney—all with a deep understanding of the enforcement environment and an insider perspective in government-facing matters.
Our widely recognized Illinois practice has been involved in many of the nation’s most high-profile white collar cases. The Illinois team is championed by a prestigious Chicago attorney and former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, who is also a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a Chambers-ranked “Star Individual.” Other standout team members include a former U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Iowa, a decorated former U.S. federal prosecutor who previously served as a chief compliance officer, as well as a former Special Assistant Attorney General for Illinois and Deputy Special Prosecutor for Cook County.
Our global practice provides a wide variety of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, with a full range of legal services pertaining to regulatory counseling, compliance, defense and monitoring; internal and government investigations (including congressional investigations); international trade counseling and compliance; and white collar criminal defense.
Chambers Review
Winston & Strawn LLP has a distinguished litigation practice noted for its impressive commercial and white-collar expertise. Further able to assist on securities litigation, including shareholder derivative suits and class actions. Sought after by corporations and individuals across various industries, including financial services, telecommunications and insurance. Features a team of outstanding litigators with decades of experience handling complex issues, including antitrust and product liability disputes. Boasts an impressive cross-border capacity, handling and coordinating EU and worldwide investigations.
Work Highlights
- Winston & Strawn LLP continues to represent Claxton Poultry Farms in a series of antitrust class actions and over 100 direct-action cases in which they were alleged to have conspired with other large US poultry producers to raise the price of broiler chicken.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Winston has a strong and deep team of white-collar lawyers."
"The firm provides top and prompt service."
"Winston has a strong and deep team of white-collar lawyers."
"The firm provides top and prompt service."
Notable Practitioners
Dan Webb is acclaimed for his market-leading litigation practice, which includes impressive civil and criminal trial capabilities and notable strength in high-stakes investigations.
"Dan Webb is world class."
Steve Grimes is recommended for his expertise representing clients in high-stakes internal and government investigations, as well as complex litigation.
"Steve is excellent at complex work."
"Steve is a very strong advocate for his clients."
"Steven is excellent at investigations, a smart strategist and good in court."
"He has a sophisticated practice and is very good on client service."
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