Seward & Kissel LLP‘s New York-based practice specializes in government enforcement and internal investigations, boasting an experience in federal criminal and regulatory matters, including acting as federal monitors and representing clients facing investigations across various agencies. The practice is co-headed by Michael Watling, specializing in regulatory matters, financial crime compliance, and due diligence for M&A, and Jaimie Nawaday, who focuses on government investigations and enforcement actions, including financial fraud and FCPA violations.  Watling specializes in regulatory matters, financial crime compliance, and due diligence for M&A transactions. Other key lawyers in the team include Michael Considine, a former federal prosecutor with experience in government investigations and compliance matters, and Philip Moustakis, with expertise in SEC enforcement and investigations.
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  • 'Deep experience in securities law.'
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  • 'Michael Watling is a smart & savvy defense attorney with a deep knowledge of FINRA and other regulators.'

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Michael Considine; Philip Moustakis