Government Investigations & White Collar Defense

Overview

Led by an experienced team of former state and federal prosecutors, Maynard Nexsen’s Government Investigations and White Collar Defense Group successfully represents individuals and organizations in connection with a broad range of government investigations, enforcement actions, internal investigations, and criminal prosecutions.

Our cases span the full range of areas and types of allegations, including:

Antitrust
Asset Recovery
Computer and Intellectual Property Crimes
Customs and Export Controls
Economic Sanctions (OFAC)
Environmental Violations
False Claims Act/Qui Tam Litigation
Financial Institution Fraud
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
Forfeiture (Civil and Criminal)
Government Procurement Fraud
Health Care Fraud and Abuse
Insurance Fraud
Mail and Wire Fraud
Money Laundering and Bank Secrecy Act
Mortgage Fraud
Public Corruption and RICO
Securities Fraud and Insider Trading
Tax Offenses
Theft and Embezzlement

The Government Investigations and White Collar Defense Group provides a wide variety of services to corporate and individual clients, including:

Representation in Federal and State Trials/Appeals

Our attorneys have vast experience in defending companies and individuals in criminal prosecutions and civil enforcement actions brought by the DOJ, SEC, and numerous other federal and state government agencies. Firm litigators have a well-deserved reputation for handling the most complex, high-stakes disputes and helping clients navigate concurrent criminal, civil, and/or administrative proceedings that require a strategically coordinated response. In addition, the firm has experienced appellate counsel who can pursue appeals of adverse criminal judgments and unfavorable civil and administrative decisions.

Government Investigations and Regulatory Defense

Our attorneys regularly handle investigations and civil/administrative enforcement proceedings brought by regulatory agencies such as the DOJ, SEC, FINRA, the Federal Trade Commission, the Office of Foreign Assets Control, the IRS, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Offices of Inspectors General, and numerous state regulatory bodies. The firm also advises clients on responding to grand jury subpoenas, investigative demands, search warrants, and other investigative requests.

Internal Investigations

The firm regularly conducts sensitive internal investigations of potential wrongdoing for corporations, board audit committees, special committees, and general counsels. Maynard Nexsen is well equipped to handle both large, high-profile investigations as well as rapid, focused reviews that remain outside the glare of public and regulatory scrutiny. Our attorneys investigate efficiently and discreetly, recognizing that early and aggressive crisis management can minimize company exposure and enhance credibility with law enforcement officials and regulators.

False Claims/Qui Tam Defense

Maynard Nexsen has extensive experience representing clients in litigation brought under federal and state False Claims Act statutes. The firm regularly represents clients in sectors of the economy facing the greatest FCA activity, including defense, pharmaceutical and health care, higher education, information technology, construction, and financial services. Our lawyers have the civil and criminal litigation experience required to successfully handle these unique cases.

Congressional and Legislative Investigations

Maynard Nexsen represents clients in investigations and hearings before Congress and other legislative bodies. Our lawyers in this area include not only skilled litigators but also experienced advocates on Capitol Hill and state houses across the country.

Compliance Programs and Employee Education

The firm regularly advises clients on the establishment, implementation, and testing of corporate compliance and ethics programs. To reduce the risk of criminal charges and regulatory investigations, our attorneys provide ongoing advice and training in numerous areas, including health care, insurance, environmental, financial institutions, antitrust, data security, labor and employment, foreign trade controls, government contracts, securities, Sarbanes-Oxley, insider trading, and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

Victim Advocacy and Asset Recovery

With our vast experience in employment, regulatory, and criminal law, Maynard Nexsen is well-equipped to help clients successfully manage and recover from crime and fraud perpetrated by employees, competitors, or other third parties. From advising on crime prevention and reporting to crisis management, investigation, litigation, and operational issues, our attorneys have a proven track record of achieving maximum recovery for our clients with minimal business disruption.