In addition to handling complex cross-border investigations, Akin regularly advises on public corruption, anti-money laundering, and market manipulation, among other matters. Based in New York, Michael Asaro and James Benjamin are recommended for clients needing assistance with white-collar defense cases. Parvin Moyne and Anne Evans are also located in New York. Moyne routinely advises boards of directors and senior executives on allegations of corruption, while Evans handles fraud cases as well as FCPA violations. Practicing in Washington DC, Charles Connolly has an in-depth understanding of financial fraud cases. Other notable individuals include Peter Altman for his strong capabilities at advising on securities enforcement as well as Katherine Goldstein for her knowledge of insider trading and market manipulation. Altman is based in Los Angeles while Goldstein practices in New York. Estela Diaz and Ian McGinley left the New York office in May 2023 and February 2023 respectively.
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‘The people at the firm are personable, smart, articulate successful and very helpful. They always exceed expectations.’
‘The professional service Akin has rendered has been uniformly exceptional. The partner that I dealt with was readily accessible, extremely flexible in scheduling, and extremely knowledgeable/experienced in the Government contracts sector.’
‘The partner that handled my case always provided exceptional and timely support.’
Key clients
- Lloyd George Management Limited
Work highlights
- Represented Lloyd George Management in connection with charges by the SEC for failing to comply with the Custody Rule.
- Representing a former precious metals trader at JPMorgan, in a criminal case arising from alleged spoofing by the JPMorgan precious metals trading desk.
- Representing a Maryland-based lawyer, in an investigation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office with allegations of wire, mail, and bank fraud.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Michael Asaro, Charles Connolly, James Benjamin