MoloLamken LLP houses a strong team of litigators that caters to a wide client base, which includes investors, boards, senior executives, and companies. Leading the team in New York, Steven Molo has a wealth of experience defending individuals who are facing allegations of corruption, health care fraud, insider trading, and financial misconduct. Justin Shur is ‘an excellent white-collar practitioner’ based in Washington DC. Shur routinely represents clients before the SEC and DOJ who are being investigated for FCPA violations, tax offences, money laundering, and national security concerns. Also located in Washington DC, Caleb Hayes-Deats handles government and congressional investigations. Considered a ’a go-to white collar practitioner in Chicago’, Megan Cunniff Church is recommended for sensitive internal investigations.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘They are very intelligent and well-respected attorneys in the criminal defense and appellate spaces.’

  • ‘Justin Shur is an excellent white-collar practitioner.'

  • ‘The lawyers are smart and have good judgment.’

  • ‘Megan is a top-notch white-collar attorney and litigator. She has excellent judgment and fine instincts.’

  • ‘Megan Church is a go-to white collar practitioner in Chicago. She vigorously defends individuals.’

  • ‘Justin Shur is collegial and professional.’

Key clients

  • Special Litigation Committee for Twitter’s Board of Directors
  • The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Work highlights

  • Advised president of luxury travel company at trial involving allegations of campaign finance violations
  • Advised a J.P. Morgan trader at a trial involving allegations of market manipulation.
  • Advised the Special Litigation Committee for Twitter’s Board of Directors in conducting an investigation into allegations the Board breached fiduciary duties.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Steven Molo

Other key lawyers

Caleb Hayes-Deats, Megan Church, Justin Shur, Eric Nitz