Hecker Fink LLP

Hecker Fink LLP is comprised of highly experienced litigators, trial lawyers, and operations professionals, including five former federal prosecutors, three former public defenders, six former U.S. Supreme Court clerks, and dozens of attorneys with experience clerking at all levels of state and federal courts. This uniquely talented pool of attorneys enables the Firm to consistently produce exceptional outcomes and value to our clients, and also earned us the recognition of being named "Boutique Firm of the Year" by Benchmark Litigation for four of the past five years.

Hecker Fink is recognized by Chambers and Legal 500 as having one of the country's top white collar defense practices. Our commercial litigation, FCPA, nationwide corporate crime and investigations, employment, and higher education practices are similarly ranked by Chambers. In its profile of Hecker Fink, Chambers noted that the Firm is "recognized for its excellence across an array of litigation-related matters" and is "respected by the market for its 'deep bench of heavy hitters with different backgrounds who are leaders in this area, and are smart, collaborative people." Our lawyers have tried and won dozens of cases in state and federal courts across the country.

Hecker Fink lawyers are also recognized among the leading litigators in the country, consistently earning awards from legal media and professional organizations. Consistent with our Firm’s values, our lawyers hold leadership roles in public service organizations and are widely published on a variety of topics.

An anonymous peer noted to Benchmark Litigation that our lawyers "are unwaveringly committed to staring down injustice without blinking, and their work proves that. They are ambitious, feisty and fearless, especially tailor-made for these tumultuous times." Another noted that "they are all pretty young, and are already superstars, so really, if they keep that model and all wind up staying together, the sky is the limit."

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where lawyers and staff from diverse backgrounds feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute, lead, and achieve their fullest potential. Hecker Fink clients can rely on receiving top-tier representation because we recruit and retain the most exceptional talent, irrespective of how they look, love, or pray. In today’s interconnected global economy, embracing diversity is not only a core value, but also a sound business practice. By cultivating diverse teams, we mirror the rich tapestry of our clients and ensure that our lawyers possess the multifaceted perspectives and experiences needed to adeptly address our clients’ challenges.

Hecker Fink holds membership in both Bloomberg Law’s DEI Framework group and the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD), highlighting our active engagement and commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the legal industry. In 2022, the firm received the LCLD Compass Award, and each year, we nominate diverse attorneys to participate in the council’s Fellow and Pathfinders programs. In 2023, the Firm was named “North American Firm of the Year” by Legal Media Group as part of its Women in Business Law North America Awards and shortlisted for both Crain’s New York’s "Diversity Champion" and Chambers' "Diversity and Inclusion Outstanding Firm" awards.

The Firm has built a track record of impressive results in high-stakes litigation, fueled by a small team of litigators with extensive trial experience and wide-ranging subject matter expertise. Its practice focuses on the following areas:

Commercial litigation:  Hecker Fink lawyers are highly experienced commercial litigators with wide-ranging backgrounds. Clients range from large financial institutions and ratings agencies to Fortune 500 companies, tech companies and startups, and nationally prominent individuals. We are efficient, diverse, creative, collaborative, and focused on achieving the best possible results for our clients.

White-collar criminal defense: The Firm has extensive experience defending companies, boards of directors, and executives in criminal investigations and enforcement and regulatory proceedings across a range of areas. We have particular expertise in the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and anti-corruption, False Claims Act and whistleblower actions, anti-money laundering, and various kinds of financial fraud.

Cybersecurity and data privacy:  Hecker Fink lawyers have wide-ranging experience helping companies and executives navigate complex challenges involving cybersecurity, data privacy, and related regulatory compliance.

FCPA and anti-corruption:  Hecker Fink lawyers have significant expertise representing clients in which the FCPA and other anti-corruption issues arise – including in internal investigations, representing companies and individuals in government enforcement matters, and advising companies on anti-corruption compliance.

Employment, discrimination, and sexual misconduct: The Firm has extensive experience representing organizations in sensitive employment and discrimination matters, including with respect to Title VII and Title IX claims and independent contractor and Fair Labor Standards Act classification. KHF has particular expertise representing top academic institutions in their most important Title VII and Title IX matters.

Investigations and crisis management:  Hecker Fink helps its clients navigate every aspect of sensitive internal investigations: conducting the investigation, developing internal and external communications strategies, advising on public disclosures, and reviewing and revamping compliance structures.

Regulatory and securities matters and litigation: The Firm has represented some of the nation’s leading financial institutions and commercial businesses in regulatory proceedings, including securities enforcement proceedings and anti-money laundering investigations, helping clients navigate the ongoing challenges in relationships with regulators, investors, and shareholders that these proceedings can cause.

Public interest litigation:  Hecker Fink takes on some of the most pressing and groundbreaking public interest litigation in the country.

Appellate litigation: The firm’s appellate practice spans all areas of its work. Hecker Fink's team of lawyers, which includes seven former Supreme Court clerks, have litigated cases in all levels of state and federal courts, including the US Supreme Court.