White collar investigations and enforcement actions are complex and can result in a wide range of criminal and civil penalties for public and private companies and their executives.
Successfully defending such matters requires lawyers who understand federal agencies — how they investigate, evaluate, and prosecute cases.
SECIL Law, our firm’s namesake, represents Securities Enforcement, Criminal Investigations & Litigation, which identifies our core practice areas.
In addition to litigation, we give comprehensive support to our clients from the moment of engagement, guiding them through the initial stages of investigations to any ensuing litigation, criminal or civil or both.
Often, the DOJ, SEC, and other federal authorities investigate these matters jointly or in parallel, which can necessitate defensive strategies. Federal agencies also routinely coordinate their law enforcement efforts with counterparts in other countries when investigating purported cross border transgressions by domestic executives and foreign nationals.
The complexity of simultaneously responding to grand jury subpoenas, civil investigative demands (CIDs), and other requests for interviews and testimony requires experienced former DOJ prosecutors and SEC enforcement attorneys, like those at SECIL Law.
SECIL Law is comprised of experienced legal professionals, including former Justice Department prosecutors, Securities and Exchange Commission Enforcement attorneys, and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority lawyers. Notably, our attorneys are seasoned litigators with backgrounds from prominent firms and specialized boutiques. We bring substantial experience to the challenges confronting our clients, as recognized by our law enforcement counterparts in legal proceedings.
Our attorneys provide comprehensive white collar defense strategies for US and foreign companies, corporate executives, and employees.
We provide experienced legal representation to companies and individuals called to respond to government inquiries and investigations, allowed to present factual and legal explanations in potential or ongoing regulatory enforcement actions, or compliance reviews.
Our attorneys defend against complex white-collar criminal charges and civil claims in matters involving alleged violations arising from business transactions, financial reporting, and auditing and implicating the or federal securities laws, including applicable rules, and regulations, including the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Securities Act of 1933, the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the False Claims Act (FCA), and to Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), as well as investigations arising from international business transactions.
This could include charges of corporate fraud, insider trading, securities fraud, and violations of federal and state securities laws.
Our lawyers also defend individuals and businesses against violations of export control regulations, sanctions laws, customs laws (smuggling, false declarations, import/export regulations), and international trade compliance, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
As the world grows smaller and more companies compete for business across national boundaries, federal enforcement activity is predicted to similarly increase.
SECIL Law also has substantial experience defending healthcare providers and organizations accused of health care fraud, kickbacks, or civil and criminal False Claims Act violations.
We defend clients in cases involving allegations of bank fraud, money laundering, embezzlement, and other financial crimes.
Many of our clients have business with state and federal governments in highly regulated areas such as defense procurement. We defend public officials, government contractors, and corporations accused of corruption, bribery, or violations of the Procurement Integrity Act or government ethics laws including conflicts of interest while engaged in government contracting.
Cybercrime Attorneys
Cybercrime is on the rise and our attorneys represent companies and individuals who have been victimized by international and domestic fraudsters. Companies are faced with an increasingly complex patchwork of federal, state, and international data privacy laws. Our lawyers stay current with this rapidly evolving area of law and counsel clients about the effect on their businesses.
Congressional Practice and Congressional Hearing Attorneys
At SECIL Law, we provide comprehensive legal representation to individuals who may become the subject of investigations conducted by any number of Congressional committees. Click here to learn more about Congressional cases.
Credibility, communication, empathy
Our team is staffed with former Justice Department prosecutors, Securities and Exchange Commission enforcement attorneys, and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority lawyers. SECIL Law attorneys are experienced litigators who previously worked at large firms and specialty boutiques. In other words, the lawyers on the other side of the table know and respect our capabilities.
We excel at presenting our clients’ cases after an in-depth evaluation of the evidence backed by a comprehensive understanding of the law. We are able to explain the most complex concepts in terms that a jury can understand and appreciate. Because many of our attorneys worked for the federal government, we also know how prosecutors approach charging decisions and evaluate the strength of the cases they file. We leverage all of this in settlement discussions as well as at trial.
Defending against criminal charges can be a trying time for any defendant. We pride ourselves on being trusted advisors who not only provide nuanced legal advice but leverage our tested expertise to help our clients through the process.
Our firm’s name, SECIL Law, stands for Securities Enforcement Compliance Investigations & Litigation, and that is precisely what we do. We aren’t simply able to handle litigation; we also serve our clients from the early phases of an investigation and through any litigation, criminal or civil.
We take a client-centered approach to legal representation, focusing on personalized attention, clear communication, and dedicated advocacy to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Contact us to discuss your case.
Represented a Central American corporation and affiliates in debarment proceedings before the Inter-American Development Bank involving bribes paid to obtain award of a contract to supply computer equipment and software.
Represented a Department of Defense contractor in a theft of trade secrets and Economic Espionage Act investigation conducted by the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation, resulting in a no-charge decision by the government.
Represented an executive of a technology startup in a securities fraud case filed by multiple investors and obtained a declination of charges from the government.