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Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. Offices
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NEW YORK, NY 10017
NEW YORK
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Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. > The Legal 500 Rankings
Dispute resolution > Corporate investigations and white-collar criminal defense
Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. is a go-to firm for both individuals and corporations seeking advice on white-collar criminal matters. The experienced Robert Anello acts for both public and private companies facing allegations of tax offenses and FCPA violations. Elkan Abramowitz
and Catherine Foti are seasoned lawyers who frequently advise companies and executives with investigations into antitrust violations, fraud, and other forms of misconduct. Further standout members of the team include Benjamin Fischer and Richard Albert. Fischer is noted for his experience advising on matters concerning securities fraud, insider trading, and price fixing. Albert has a wealth of experience advising on cases relating to money laundering, health care fraud, and market manipulation. All lawyers mentioned are based in New York.
Practice head(s):
Robert Anello
Other key lawyers:
Elkan Abramowitz; Catherine Foti; Benjamin Fischer; Richard Albert; Christopher Harwood; Jeremy Temkin; Brian Jacobs
Testimonials
‘Morvillo has an exceptional white-collar practice. The team consists of seasoned attorneys who know the prosecutors, enforcement attorneys, and regulators. They have some tremendous trial lawyers.’
‘Brian Jacobs is an exceptional white-collar lawyer. He is smart, seasoned, experienced, personable, and strategic. He is a go-to lawyer in this field.’
‘Most of the attorneys at Morvillo are former prosecutors who bring tremendous experience and insight to every case, which explains the phenomenal results they achieve for their clients.’
‘Richard Albert is the full package. He is super smart, hard-working, analytical, strategic, and talented. He is a superb trial lawyer and a go-to person for difficult matters.’
‘The lawyers are simply the best in the field. They are experienced and knowledgeable attorneys who defend their clients’ interests and understand the collateral interests involved.’
‘Robert Anello is an extraordinary attorney.’
‘The firm has a depth of experience in white-collar and high-stakes litigation matters.’
‘Christopher Harwood is a terrific lawyer who has excellent judgment, strong advocacy skills, and a collaborative approach to working toward a resolution in high-stakes litigation matters.’
Key clients
Veon Board of Directors
Concord Management LLC
Work highlights
- Representing a major pharmaceutical company in connection with a False Claims Act investigation.
- Representing a large European Fortune 500 company in connection with an FCPA investigation, a civil class action related to an FCPA matter, anti-terrorism matters, foreign NASDAQ matters, and other related matters in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the United States.
- Represented a former NBA player in connection with a criminal case pending in the SDNY relating to alleged fraudulent insurance claims.
Dispute resolution > Leading trial lawyers Tier 3
In Elkan Abramowitz‘s career at Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C., white collar crime trials have been particularly successful. Abramovitz continues to build on his reputation in sensitive white collar crime cases though, and white-collar crime remained a focus for him in 2023, such as fraud cases, including representing the CEO of MBE Capital. These matters are examples of his ability to work on high stakes criminal matters, utilizing his prior experience as the Chief of the Criminal Division in the US Attorney’s Office, and is also equally adept in a range of civil cases. Dispute resolution > Securities litigation: defense Tier 4
Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. is a New York-based litigation boutique with a long history in white-collar defense, regulatory enforcement, business and securities litigation, and it continues to have a prominent role in class actions, derivative suits and civil securities fraud cases. Practice head Edward Spiro and Robert Anello are the standout partners, particularly in white-collar matters, though they both have broad practices that encompass complex securities cases. Key partner Elkan Abramowitz is also highly regarded for white-collar criminal defense, as is emerging partner talent and former federal prosecutor Christopher Harwood. The firm recently acted for the former CFO of oil logistics company Aegean Marine in a class action concerning a $200 million write-off. In that case, Brian Jacobs secured a favourable settlement for the client. Practice head(s):
Ed Spiro
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
CFO of Aegean Marine
Former senior executive of Six Flags
Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C. > Firm Profile
For almost 50 years, Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello PC has been at the forefront of advising companies and individuals on complex white-collar and regulatory matters and sophisticated business disputes. We are best known for our unparalleled trial experience and our expertise in white-collar defense, securities enforcement, and regulatory matters. Equally important is the sophisticated civil litigation we do for financial institutions, other business entities, and their senior executives. Our size and expertise allow us the flexibility to provide the highest quality legal services at competitive rates.
Morvillo Abramowitz is renowned for its accomplishments litigating cases at all levels of the federal and state courts, in arbitrations, and before government agencies, regulatory organizations, and other tribunals. More than a quarter of the firm’s partners are Fellows of the American College of Trial Lawyers, a prestigious organization that was created to recognize excellence in trial lawyers. It regularly represents companies and individuals in Foreign Corrupt Practices Act inquiries and investigations by the US Department of Justice, Securities and Exchange Commission, and foreign regulators and prosecutors. The firm also is well-known for its appellate practice and regularly handles complex civil and criminal appeals before federal and state courts nationwide. The firm’s expertise in litigation, and the respect earned accordingly, enables it to negotiate effectively with regulators, prosecutors, and adversaries on behalf of its clients.
The firm has persuaded the government not to indict identified grand jury targets, thereby helping individuals and corporations avoid criminal charges altogether. When a client has been indicted, because of the firm’s experience, reputation as skilled trial lawyers and advocates, and thorough hard work, it often is able to obtain favorable pre-trial dispositions. Similarly, in civil disputes, the firm’s ability and willingness to try high-stakes cases often help it achieve advantageous settlements without trial. The firm’s lawyers also provide litigation-avoidance advice, FCPA guidance, securities law-related analysis, and other confidential legal counseling, often in highly sensitive contexts.
Institutional clients frequently retain the firm to conduct sensitive internal investigations aimed at uncovering or resolving allegations of officer, director, trustee, or employee misconduct, both in the US and globally. Its lawyers have led court-appointed independent monitorships, acted as independent examiners for US Department of Justice initiatives, and have been appointed to government-approved positions as corporate integrity counsel.
The firm’s lawyers are thought leaders who have been recognized for their trial skills by professional organizations, lecture frequently on issues relating to criminal law, and regularly contribute to various well-known publications.
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Lawyer Profiles
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Mr Elkan Abramowitz | Elkan Abramowitz is a leading white collar criminal defense lawyer experienced in… | View Profile |
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Mr Richard Albert | Richard F. Albert represents clients in white collar criminal and regulatory matters,… | View Profile |
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Mr Robert Anello | Robert J. Anello has litigated in the federal and state courts for… | View Profile |
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Kate Cassidy | Kathleen E. Cassidy is an experienced criminal defense lawyer whose practice focuses… | View Profile |
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Mr Benjamin Fischer | Benjamin S. Fischer represents corporate executives and corporations in high stakes business… | View Profile |
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Ms Catherine Foti | Catherine M. Foti has more than twenty-five years of experience in complex… | View Profile |
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Mr Christopher Harwood | Christopher B. Harwood is a former federal prosecutor with many years of… | View Profile |
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Mr Lawrence Iason | One of the country’s leading securities regulation and enforcement and white collar… | View Profile |
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Mr Brian Jacobs | Brian A. Jacobs is a former federal prosecutor who represents individuals and… | View Profile |
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Mr Telemachus Kasulis | Telemachus P. Kasulis represents individuals and organizations in high-stakes criminal, civil, and… | View Profile |
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Karen King | Karen R. King has more than 20 years of experience in complex… | View Profile |
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Mr Robert Radick | Robert M. Radick represents individuals and organizations in a wide range of… | View Profile |
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Mr Jonathan Sack | Jonathan S. Sack has extensive experience litigating complex civil and criminal cases.… | View Profile |
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Mr Edward Spiro | Edward M. Spiro is a litigator with many years of experience handling… | View Profile |
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Mr Jeremy Temkin | Jeremy H. Temkin represents individuals and corporations in white collar criminal investigations.… | View Profile |
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Mr Richard Weinberg | Richard D. Weinberg has substantial expertise and experience in representing individuals and… | View Profile |