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.
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‘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.
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Practice head
Robert Anello
Other key lawyers
Elkan Abramowitz; Catherine Foti; Benjamin Fischer; Richard Albert; Christopher Harwood; Jeremy Temkin; Brian Jacobs