With its extensive experience in handling FCPA matters, Paul Hastings LLP continues to be a go-to firm for global companies needing assistance with securing declinations or settlements. The firm has a strong team located in Washington DC, which includes Kwame Manley, Allyson Baker, Brad Bondi, and Robert Luskin. Manley is highly experienced in advising clients before various regulatory authorities such as the DOJ, SEC, and OFAC. Bondi and Baker both focus on litigation and investigations concerning financial institutions, while Luskin represents clients in cases relating to corruption, money laundering, and sanction violations. Located in San Francisco, Kenneth Herzinger is especially skilled at handling investigations and enforcement proceedings for a range of clients, including broker-dealers, government officials, and investment advisors. Having joined from Milbank in August 2023, Adam Fee practices in Los Angeles, and is well versed in advising on matters involving cryptocurrency and fraud.

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  • ‘Brad Bondi is exceptional, intuitive, and ethical. He's at the top of his game.’

Key clients

  • ABB
  • SAP
  • Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais
  • TechnipFMC
  • Airbus Group
  • Rio Tinto
  • Binance Asset Management
  • Synergy Settlement Services
  • CapWealth
  • Alexion Pharmaceuticals LLC
  • Celsius Network LLC

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Kwame Manley, Allyson Baker, Brad Bondi, Barry Sher, Kenneth Herzinger

Other key lawyers

Robert Luskin, Adam Fee, John Darden, Avi Weitzman, Gary Giampetruzzi