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Investigations and White Collar Defense Associate, New York · AmLaw Global 100 Firm
Join an AmLaw Global 100 firm's Investigations and White Collar Defense Group in New York as a mid-level associate. You'll represent companies, nonprofits, executives, and individuals in criminal, civil, and regulatory matters at the highest stakes.
The work:
- Conducting internal investigations: witness interviews, factual development, privilege analysis, and investigative reports
- Responding to government subpoenas, investigative demands, and agency inquiries from DOJ, SEC, state attorneys general, and congressional committees
- Defending clients in fraud, FCPA and anti-corruption, securities enforcement, and OFAC/BSA/AML matters
- Drafting motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and responses to government requests
- Managing document collections, productions, and complex litigation workstreams
- Preparing witnesses for testimony, depositions, and interviews
- Mentoring junior associates and participating in client education
What they're looking for:
- 3-5 years in white collar defense, government investigations, internal investigations, civil enforcement, or complex litigation
- Trial, deposition, federal clerkship, or government experience preferred
- Strong legal writing and analytical skills with sound judgment and discretion
- JD from accredited law school and New York bar admission required
- Collaborative approach and willingness to work alongside former prosecutors and experienced investigations counsel
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