With support from its strong financial crime practice in the US, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP advises multinational clients on corporate crime, regulatory enforcement and compliance matters, earning praise as ‘one of the best in the market’. The team has notable experience in global investigations, deferred prosecution agreements and internal reviews. Its London offering is co-led by Lord Goldsmith KC- who chairs the firm’s European and Asian litigation practice- and Karolos Seeger, who brings extensive experience in white-collar crime and defence representation. Seeger also assists on internal investigations into compliance with anti-corruption legislation and on developing and implementing global compliance programs. The ’fantastic’ Jane Shvets is recommended for her work on cross-border investigations involving authorities worldwide, while Konstantin Bureiko is particularly strong in anti-corruption and sanctions-related matters.
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‘Debevoise & Plimpton stands out for its unmatched ability to combine deep legal expertise with a strategic, business-oriented mindset in regulatory investigations and corporate crime matters. What makes the team unique is its ability to manage high-stakes, cross-border issues with discretion, clarity, and tactical precision. Their understanding of global enforcement is consistently impressive.'
- 'Clients benefit not only from their technical command of the law, but also from their practical insight into how regulators think and act. This is especially valuable when navigating sensitive internal investigations or proactively addressing compliance risks.'
- 'The team is highly collaborative, responsive, and thoughtful in its approach. They are particularly strong in building trust with in-house legal and compliance teams, making clients feel supported even in the most complex situations.'
- 'Compared to other top-tier firms, Debevoise distinguishes itself through consistency, clarity of communication, and its ability to deliver actionable advice that balances legal risk with business priorities. For any company facing scrutiny—or looking to avoid it—Debevoise offers a uniquely capable and dependable partner.’
‘This team is one of the best in the market for white-collar crime advice to corporates. Very well informed, experienced, and with a positive culture and good diversity. ’
‘Jane Shvets is a fantastic partner with deep knowledge of helping corporates implement a compliance program that works for them. She has a depth of experience and a commitment to clients that is evident in everything she does.’
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Practice head
Lord Goldsmith KC; Karolos Seeger
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Jane Shvets; Konstantin Bureiko