Regain Control In A Corporate Investigation Case

Although all legal issues are significant for a business, charges of white collar crime are particularly serious. Reputations, careers and sometimes liberty are at stake. Effective defense of these matters requires quick action, hands-on expertise and intimate knowledge of both the justice system and the key players.

The white collar and corporate investigations attorneys at DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin, LLP provide vigorous defense of individuals and corporations faced with criminal or quasi-criminal investigations and charges. Our firm is one of the largest and most respected among major law firms in the State of New Jersey. We can help you assess and address inflammatory allegations of fraud, self-dealing or unethical practice.

We Are Experienced In A Variety Of Contexts

White collar and corporate investigation cases can involve a wide variety of subject areas, including:

• Insurance
• Health care
• Environmental policies
• Banking and finance law
• The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act
• Political activity and government

Our team of attorneys includes former federal and state prosecutors with extensive experience in defending clients against allegations of wrongdoing. We have represented clients in state and federal grand jury investigations as well as investigations by regulatory agencies such as the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the Internal Revenue Service.

Early Representation Can Make A Difference

Many cases involve complex parallel civil proceedings. Our business law attorneys are also experienced in conducting internal corporate and union investigations of potential criminal and civil wrongdoing. In these situations, being proactive is essential. We help our clients get out in front of issues, and contain or manage them earlier – rather than later when the stakes can be much higher.

We also have substantial experience with media relations, and routinely deal with the special public relations problems faced by clients who find themselves immersed in undesired, high-visibility matters. Whatever the situation, our attorneys stand ready to provide coordinated assistance in these challenging situations.

Minimizing The Stakes Of Your Case

Although our attorneys are extraordinarily accomplished in the courtroom, much of our work on behalf of clients consists of dissuading prosecutors and regulators from proceeding with threatened criminal charges or lawsuits. It is vastly better to convince a prosecutor to drop or scale back prospective charges than to attempt to fight them in court.

This is where our extensive experience, and past posts inside prosecuting agencies are an invaluable asset. A prosecutor has considerable discretion, and we speak their language. They are far more likely to be receptive to an advocate who knows, and has done, their job. We also have both technical and personal credibility that enables us to present our client’s position as forcefully and convincingly as possible. Prosecutors respect us, listen to us, and are more amenable to negotiation.

When negotiation is not fruitful, we can assist you with the next steps. In addition to handling matters during the investigative stages or at trial, we are experienced in representing clients in post-trial proceedings and appeals.

Prompt Counsel For Businesses And Professionals

In corporate investigations, time is critical. Gain the perspective and protection that our firm can offer. Call 201-928-1100 or contact us online to discuss your business.