With its extensive experience assisting global corporations on investigation and enforcement matters, K&L Gates stands out for its cross-border capabilities. The team routinely advises on securities enforcement, antitrust laws, fraud, and corruption, among other forms of misconduct. Serving as managing partner of the firm’s Boston office, Christopher Nasson is recommended for cases relating to health care fraud and corporate embezzlement. Located in Washington DC, David Rybicki is highly skilled at navigating internal as well as congressional investigations. Practicing in Pittsburgh, Brian Saulnier regularly advises audit committees on investigations into fraud. Saulnier also has experience assisting with anti-bribery and anti-corruption compliance programs. Another notable lawyer within the team is Neil Smith; he is based in Boston and is recommended for FCPA investigations and anti-corruption matters.
Testimonials
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‘David Rybicki is an excellent lawyer with sound judgment. He has a strong sense of what to do and when.’
‘Key strengths of the firm include responsiveness, commercial awareness, professionalism, and diversity.’
‘Both Neil Smith and Hayley Trahan-Liptak are top-notch attorneys. They are capable of handling a large investigation in a high-risk jurisdiction (with US regulators involved) to a favorable conclusion. I would not hesitate to send any matter, large or small, complex or straightforward to either of them.’
‘The team showed real sophistication in SEC matters.’
'They have a deep bench of experience and practical advice at all levels of seniority.'
'The lawyers have real experience and expertise in trials and advising clients.'
‘Neil Smith is a sophisticated enforcement lawyer who commands respect at the SEC.’
‘The investigations and criminal defense practice not only has superior subject-matter knowledge and experience but also the reputation that seems to be held in high esteem by prosecutors and investigators.’
Key clients
- Koppers Holding, Inc.
- Chembio Diagnostics, Inc.
- HITE Hedge Asset Management
- Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
- Local Catholic diocese
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
David Rybicki, Neil Smith