Palmina Fava > Vinson & Elkins LLP > New York, United States > Lawyer Profile

With its expanding team and its wide-ranging experience of representing clients before the DOJ, SEC and other regulators around the world, Vinson & Elkins LLP is a growing force in corporate crime and investigations. Its background in the energy and technology sectors, has given it additional exposure to the elevated compliance and white-collar risks in certain industries. Much of the practice centres on internal and government investigations, risk assessments, compliance policies and procedures, reviewing contractual arrangements, and due diligence reviews. The corporate crime and investigations team is frequently engaged in due diligence for energy transactions and in an array of investigations linked to corruption, bid ridding, cybersecurity, securities fraud and money laundering, among other matters. New York-based Palmina Fava is a prominent figure in government and internal investigations, due diligence for acquisitions, and compliance programmes; a significant portion of her practice is focused on Latin America. Washington DC partner and former federal prosecutor Ephraim Wernick is an authority on FCPA investigations, including in Latin America.

Vinson & Elkins LLP‘s white-collar defense team offers a wide range of expertise, covering areas such as false claims, public corruption, FCPA violations, and other forms of alleged misconduct. The firm is also particularly experienced in navigating complex cross-border asset forfeiture matters. From the New York office, Palmina Fava  rovides counsel to clients under investigation for money laundering, cybersecurity issues, and misappropriation of trade secrets. In Washington DC, Michael Dry assists both domestic and international clients facing allegations of insider trading, bribery, and securities fraud. Ephraim Wernick, also in Washington DC, has extensive experience representing clients before the DOJ, OFAC, SEC, and other regulatory bodies. Zachary Terwilliger, also in Washington DC, is a skilled advocate known for his sound judgment and strong capabilities in white-collar defense.