John Buretta Speaks at ACI’s 38th International Conference on the FCPA
December 22, 2021
On December 1, 2021, Cravath partner John D. Buretta participated in the 38th annual “International Conference on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act,” which was hosted by the American Conference Institute in Washington, D.C. from November 30 – December 3, 2021. John spoke on a panel entitled “AMLA and Anti‑Corruption: How the Application of AML Mechanisms to FCPA Prosecutions Affect Your Risk Calculus.” In addition to the recent enactment of the Anti‑Money Laundering Act of 2020, the panel discussed adjusted whistleblower rewards and protections, new and increased BSA penalties and their practical impact, the expanded authority to subpoena foreign financial institutions and preparing for increased prosecution of foreign nationals with limited ties to the U.S.
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J.D., 1996, Georgetown University Law Centercum laude
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