Overview
When either a company or an individual is the subject of a white-collar criminal action, the need for savvy legal representation cannot be overstated. Katten's White Collar and Internal Investigations group has a strong track record representing and defending clients in federal, state and regulatory settings. Most of our attorneys come from government backgrounds — as prosecutors and regulators — and we have the experience, judgment and credibility to effectively guide our clients through every phase of a criminal case, from investigation to hearing, trial, sentencing and appeal.
White collar defense
Our white collar defense team is highly skilled at defending both corporations and individuals in criminal cases and investigations. When representing corporate entities, we work closely with in-house counsel to develop defense strategies that minimize the impact of litigation — legal, financial and reputational — on the company's business realities. When defending individuals, we combine deep knowledge of the law and all relevant government entities with a keen sensitivity to the unique stresses of people facing criminal charges.
Internal investigations
We are frequently engaged by corporate boards, special committees and general counsel to conduct independent investigations. These may be prompted by shareholders or other stakeholders alleging wrongdoing, by media reports of misconduct, by whistleblower allegations, by grand jury subpoenas or regulatory inquiries, or by other catalysts. Our findings are thorough, reliable and credible, and are readily accepted as evidence of compliance or cooperation.
Compliance programs
Whether in the course of an investigation, the aftermath of a criminal action, or simply in the interest of preventing corporate misconduct, we are often called upon to develop or enhance compliance programs for corporate clients. We help clients design, draft and implement policies and protocols that minimize the risks of criminal, regulatory and civil exposure.
Our roster of former prosecutors, government leaders and counsel includes:
- 14 former federal or state prosecutors
- 12 former assistant US attorneys
- A former associate deputy attorney general
- Five former counsel at the Securities and Exchange Commission
- Four former counsel at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission
- Former counsel at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.
"Katten really stands out for its value for money and efficiency." "The team is very collaborative and is always mindful of costs."
Chambers USA 2022
(New York, Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations) survey response
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