Led by Andrew Wise, who represents clients in white-collar criminal and civil trials, and also advises companies in fraud and anti-corruption matters, Miller & Chevalier Chartered in Washington DC has a diverse white-collar practice. Praised as lawyers who ‘fight hard for their clients and achieve excellent results’, the group represents both corporations and individuals, and routinely advises on matters with a cross-border element, with unique capabilities in investigations and proceedings relating to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. William Barry advises across the full range of white-collar mandates, and Kirby Behre is experienced in matters such as securities enforcement, corporate governance, and white-collar defense. Lauren E. Briggerman and Jeffrey Lehtman departed the team in February 2026.
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‘When it comes to white-collar litigation and investigations, they are the gold standard. They are responsive and very dialed into the issues and the players.’
‘William Barry is someone everyone pays attention to. He knows his stuff and can pick up the phone and get to the regulators in short order. In cross-border matters, there is no one better.'
‘Miller & Chevalier has incredible white-collar and investigations expertise, sitting alongside deep compliance experience. Very attractive to clients.’
‘William Barry and Andrew Wise are at the top of their game. Very smart and accomplished white-collar defence lawyers. Really oriented towards great client service also.’
‘Miller & Chevalier fight hard for their clients and achieve excellent results.’
‘The team at Miller & Chevalier is extremely strong. Andrew Wise, William Barry, Lauren Briggerman, and Timothy O'Toole are all first-rate lawyers who fight hard for their clients.’
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Practice head
Andrew Wise
Other key lawyers
William Barry; Kirby Behre; Timothy O'Toole; Ian Herbert