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Litigation

Investigations and Regulatory Enforcement

Investigations and Regulatory Enforcement

Cravath is a trusted advisor to the world’s leading companies, their boards of directors and senior executives in the full range of corporate crises, regulatory enforcement proceedings and white collar criminal defense matters. Our reach in the white collar arena is global, extending to cross‑border issues involving Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas for clients in diverse industries. 

We regularly lead complex internal investigations, based on company initiative and in response to whistleblower claims and shareholder demands, and guide companies through sensitive government investigations. Known as trial-ready attorneys, we also defend our clients in parallel or related regulatory or civil proceedings that can arise from investigations. Boards of directors and their executives turn to us for advice on corporate governance, corporate transaction risks, potential areas of exposure and preventive measures to help deter regulatory intervention and lawsuits. We also perform compliance risk assessments and design compliance programs that meet DOJ and SEC standards. Our practice extends to defending board members, senior executives and other individuals in investigations and related litigation.

Our experience runs the gamut. Our team has handled three of the most complex multi-agency, multi‑country investigations on the public record, two of which involved alleged violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Domestic and international clients rely on our prompt and practical counsel on trade and economic sanctions and export controls to run their businesses. We also investigate and advise clients on digital assets; the FCPA; accounting and disclosure issues; environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters; insider trading; tax evasion; potential executive misconduct; securities fraud; money laundering and anti‑money laundering controls; healthcare fraud; and criminal antitrust matters. In addition, as the legal landscape undergoes rapid change in the wake of increasingly complex cybersecurity technology, our team of Cybersecurity & Data Privacy attorneys are poised to address the full range of our clients’ cyber‑related concerns.

The hallmark of our Investigations and Regulatory Enforcement Practice is our interdisciplinary approach to solving our clients’ problems. Our team of seasoned litigators and corporate advisory attorneys includes senior U.S. Department of Justice officials, senior SEC lawyers and prosecutors from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. We bring that experience to bear when advising clients in the boardroom and defending them before domestic and foreign government agencies and in courtrooms nationwide.

Since its inception, Cravath’s Investigations and Regulatory Enforcement practice has been ranked among the top in the nation, with The Legal 500 US calling us a “go‑to firm for handling government and internal investigations, regulatory compliance and white‑collar defense.” Cravath is recognized as a leading firm for its Investigations and Regulatory Enforcement practice by Benchmark Litigation, Chambers Global, Chambers USA, Global Investigations Review, The Legal 500 US and Best Lawyers Best Law Firms. We have also been named a Law360 “Practice Group of the Year” in Compliance and received the Gold Award for Best U.S. Law Firm for Investigations & White Collar by the International Legal Alliance Summit & Awards. Our “strong bench of criminal defense attorneys” and “strength in handling investigations and litigation involving securities fraud and anti‑corruption matters” set us apart. (Chambers USA) 

Our attorneys have earned repeat praise from clients and the market, including:

  • “It’s a powerhouse. It’s a bet-the-company firm – if you have a real problem, go to Cravath.” Client, Chambers USA
  • “They are best of the best when it comes to skill level. They have a great deal of credibility, are able to guide and help the client with a steady hand, and provide a deliberate and strategic approach.” Chambers USA
  • “They are very comprehensive, well-structured and can guide company through various and different parts of an investigation.” Chambers Global
  • “Their lawyering is excellent,” and “they bring a level of sophistication coupled with a lot of common sense and a practical approach.” Client, Chambers USA
  • Cravath’s team is “succinct, refined, user-friendly, and very well-versed in the ways of the regulators.” Client, The Legal 500 US
  • “They present great value for the money, a quick understanding of clients’ needs and dilemmas, and around the clock availability.” Client, Chambers USA
  • “They are very smart, and don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach—they really tailor the extent and scope to the specific questions under review.” Client, Chambers USA

We regularly lead complex internal investigations, based on company initiative and in response to whistleblower claims and shareholder demands, and guide companies through sensitive government investigations. Known as trial-ready attorneys, we also defend our clients in parallel or related regulatory or civil proceedings that can arise from investigations. Boards of directors and their executives turn to us for advice on corporate governance, corporate transaction risks, potential areas of exposure and preventive measures to help deter regulatory intervention and lawsuits. We also perform compliance risk assessments and design compliance programs that meet DOJ and SEC standards. Our practice extends to defending board members, senior executives and other individuals in investigations and related litigation.

Our experience runs the gamut. Our team has handled three of the most complex multi-agency, multi‑country investigations on the public record, two of which involved alleged violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Domestic and international clients rely on our prompt and practical counsel on trade and economic sanctions and export controls to run their businesses. We also investigate and advise clients on digital assets; the FCPA; accounting and disclosure issues; environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters; insider trading; tax evasion; potential executive misconduct; securities fraud; money laundering and anti‑money laundering controls; healthcare fraud; and criminal antitrust matters. In addition, as the legal landscape undergoes rapid change in the wake of increasingly complex cybersecurity technology, our team of Cybersecurity & Data Privacy attorneys are poised to address the full range of our clients’ cyber‑related concerns.

The hallmark of our Investigations and Regulatory Enforcement Practice is our interdisciplinary approach to solving our clients’ problems. Our team of seasoned litigators and corporate advisory attorneys includes senior U.S. Department of Justice officials, senior SEC lawyers and prosecutors from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. We bring that experience to bear when advising clients in the boardroom and defending them before domestic and foreign government agencies and in courtrooms nationwide.

Since its inception, Cravath’s Investigations and Regulatory Enforcement practice has been ranked among the top in the nation, with The Legal 500 US calling us a “go‑to firm for handling government and internal investigations, regulatory compliance and white‑collar defense.” Cravath is recognized as a leading firm for its Investigations and Regulatory Enforcement practice by Benchmark Litigation, Chambers Global, Chambers USA, Global Investigations Review, The Legal 500 US and Best Lawyers Best Law Firms. We have also been named a Law360 “Practice Group of the Year” in Compliance and received the Gold Award for Best U.S. Law Firm for Investigations & White Collar by the International Legal Alliance Summit & Awards. Our “strong bench of criminal defense attorneys” and “strength in handling investigations and litigation involving securities fraud and anti‑corruption matters” set us apart. (Chambers USA) 

Our attorneys have earned repeat praise from clients and the market, including:

  • “It’s a powerhouse. It’s a bet-the-company firm – if you have a real problem, go to Cravath.” Client, Chambers USA
  • “They are best of the best when it comes to skill level. They have a great deal of credibility, are able to guide and help the client with a steady hand, and provide a deliberate and strategic approach.” Chambers USA
  • “They are very comprehensive, well-structured and can guide company through various and different parts of an investigation.” Chambers Global
  • “Their lawyering is excellent,” and “they bring a level of sophistication coupled with a lot of common sense and a practical approach.” Client, Chambers USA
  • Cravath’s team is “succinct, refined, user-friendly, and very well-versed in the ways of the regulators.” Client, The Legal 500 US
  • “They present great value for the money, a quick understanding of clients’ needs and dilemmas, and around the clock availability.” Client, Chambers USA
  • “They are very smart, and don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach—they really tailor the extent and scope to the specific questions under review.” Client, Chambers USA
  • Deals & Cases
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Deals & Cases

July 01, 2025

Circle’s Regulatory Clarity Amidst IPO Process

Cravath represented Circle Internet Financial, LLC on SEC regulatory matters concerning the non‑applicability of securities laws to payment stablecoins, concurrent with Circle Internet Group Inc.’s initial public offering.

Deals & Cases

January 23, 2025

SEC Closes Investigation into Eros Media World plc and Affiliates; Internal Investigation Reveals No Wrongdoing

On January 22, 2025, Eros Media World plc, a global media and entertainment company, announced that its internal review of certain accounting practices and internal controls has been concluded, with the Audit Committee determining that no revenues of the Company recognized during the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020, were inappropriately recognized, and finding no impairment in the intangible assets and goodwill reflected on the Company’s Form 6‑K dated March 31, 2021. In addition, the Audit Committee found no material weaknesses in internal controls over financial reporting.

Deals & Cases

July 09, 2024

Silvergate’s Settlement Agreements with the Federal Reserve, California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation and Securities and Exchange Commission

On July 1, 2024, Silvergate announced it has agreed to settlements with the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (“Federal Reserve”), the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (“DFPI”) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). In a statement, Silvergate noted its decision to liquidate voluntarily and without government assistance in March 2023, and that, as of November 2023, all deposits had been repaid to banking customers, soon after which Silvergate ceased banking operations. The announced settlements, which facilitate the surrender of Silvergate’s bank charter, are part of the Bank’s continued orderly wind down and conclude investigations by the Federal Reserve, DFPI, and SEC. Cravath represented Silvergate in connection with the investigations, resulting settlements, and voluntary liquidation.

Deals & Cases

September 01, 2023

Robinhood’s Purchase of Shares, Previously Owned by Emergent Fidelity Technologies, from U.S. Marshals Service

Cravath represented Robinhood Markets, Inc. (“Robinhood”) in its Share Purchase Agreement (the “Share Purchase Agreement”) with the United States Marshals Service (the “USMS”), acting for and on behalf of the United States, pursuant to which Robinhood agreed to purchase 55,273,469 shares of the company’s Class A common stock (the “Shares”) from the USMS for an aggregate purchase price of $605,694,411.59, or approximately $10.96 per share. The transaction closed on August 31, 2023.

Deals & Cases

March 31, 2022

Swvl’s SPAC Combination with Queen’s Gambit Growth Capital

On March 31, 2022, Swvl Inc. (“Swvl”), a global provider of transformative tech-enabled mass transit solutions, announced the completion of its previously announced business combination with Queen’s Gambit Growth Capital, the first special purpose acquisition company founded and led entirely by women, following an extraordinary general meeting of Queen’s Gambit’s shareholders held on March 30, 2022. The combined company has changed its name to Swvl Holdings Corp. On April 1, 2022, Swvl Holdings Corp’s Class A ordinary shares and warrants are expected to commence trading on NASDAQ under the ticker symbols “SWVL” and “SWVLW”, respectively. Cravath is representing Swvl in connection with the transaction.

Publications

May 29, 2026

Artificial Intelligence Developments – May 2026

On May 28, 2026, Cravath published the latest edition of its Artificial Intelligence Developments Newsletter, which includes a high‑level review of activity across technical, regulatory, legal, and market areas of AI over the last month.  

Publications

May 22, 2026

Cravath Publishes Finance & Capital Markets Quarterly Review for Q1 2026

On May 22, 2026, Cravath published the latest edition of its Finance & Capital Markets Quarterly Review, which provides insight into practical points, key takeaways and relevant developments related to the bond, equity and loan markets and restructuring activity during the first quarter of 2026. Highlights from this edition include:

Publications

May 22, 2026

Cravath Publishes Quarterly Review on Q1 2026 Trends in M&A, Activism and Corporate Governance

On May 22, 2026, Cravath published the latest edition of its Quarterly Review, which provides insight into practical points, key takeaways and relevant developments across the M&A, activism, restructuring, regulatory and corporate governance landscape. This edition covers:

Activities

May 11, 2026

Lawdragon Names 6 Cravath Partners to its 2026 List of “500 Leading Global Cyber Lawyers”

On May 8, 2026, Lawdragon announced the inclusion of 6 Cravath partners in its annual list of the “500 Leading Global Cyber Lawyers.” The list, assembled based on research and vetting by peers, celebrates the lawyers who handle the most sensitive online threats to protect data and national security, fight for the digital rights of consumers against negligent companies and navigate the insurance, fintech and compliance aspects of complex tech transactions.

Activities

May 06, 2026

Nicole Argentieri Featured in the ABA’s Global Anti‑Corruption Committee Monthly Newsletter

On May 4, 2026, Cravath partner Nicole M. Argentieri was featured in the American Bar Association’s Global Anti‑Corruption Committee monthly newsletter, which highlighted her tenure at the U.S. Department of Justice, including as Acting Assistant Attorney General and Head of the Criminal Division, as well as her current work advising boards and companies on an increasingly dynamic enforcement landscape. In the Q&A, Nicole discussed navigating heightened risks in anti‑money laundering and national security, noting that she strives to provide a practical perspective to clients so they can understand the shifts in enforcement priorities and resources at the DOJ. Reflecting on her career and her favorite historical figure, Abraham Lincoln, Nicole described the importance of resilience and investing in personal relationships to sustain a demanding legal career, advising junior attorneys that “to be good at your job, you must invest in your relationships and stay connected to the people and causes that matter most to you.”

Deals & Cases

July 01, 2025

Circle’s Regulatory Clarity Amidst IPO Process

Cravath represented Circle Internet Financial, LLC on SEC regulatory matters concerning the non‑applicability of securities laws to payment stablecoins, concurrent with Circle Internet Group Inc.’s initial public offering.

Deals & Cases

January 23, 2025

SEC Closes Investigation into Eros Media World plc and Affiliates; Internal Investigation Reveals No Wrongdoing

On January 22, 2025, Eros Media World plc, a global media and entertainment company, announced that its internal review of certain accounting practices and internal controls has been concluded, with the Audit Committee determining that no revenues of the Company recognized during the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020, were inappropriately recognized, and finding no impairment in the intangible assets and goodwill reflected on the Company’s Form 6‑K dated March 31, 2021. In addition, the Audit Committee found no material weaknesses in internal controls over financial reporting.

Deals & Cases

July 09, 2024

Silvergate’s Settlement Agreements with the Federal Reserve, California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation and Securities and Exchange Commission

On July 1, 2024, Silvergate announced it has agreed to settlements with the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (“Federal Reserve”), the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (“DFPI”) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). In a statement, Silvergate noted its decision to liquidate voluntarily and without government assistance in March 2023, and that, as of November 2023, all deposits had been repaid to banking customers, soon after which Silvergate ceased banking operations. The announced settlements, which facilitate the surrender of Silvergate’s bank charter, are part of the Bank’s continued orderly wind down and conclude investigations by the Federal Reserve, DFPI, and SEC. Cravath represented Silvergate in connection with the investigations, resulting settlements, and voluntary liquidation.

Deals & Cases

September 01, 2023

Robinhood’s Purchase of Shares, Previously Owned by Emergent Fidelity Technologies, from U.S. Marshals Service

Cravath represented Robinhood Markets, Inc. (“Robinhood”) in its Share Purchase Agreement (the “Share Purchase Agreement”) with the United States Marshals Service (the “USMS”), acting for and on behalf of the United States, pursuant to which Robinhood agreed to purchase 55,273,469 shares of the company’s Class A common stock (the “Shares”) from the USMS for an aggregate purchase price of $605,694,411.59, or approximately $10.96 per share. The transaction closed on August 31, 2023.

Deals & Cases

March 31, 2022

Swvl’s SPAC Combination with Queen’s Gambit Growth Capital

On March 31, 2022, Swvl Inc. (“Swvl”), a global provider of transformative tech-enabled mass transit solutions, announced the completion of its previously announced business combination with Queen’s Gambit Growth Capital, the first special purpose acquisition company founded and led entirely by women, following an extraordinary general meeting of Queen’s Gambit’s shareholders held on March 30, 2022. The combined company has changed its name to Swvl Holdings Corp. On April 1, 2022, Swvl Holdings Corp’s Class A ordinary shares and warrants are expected to commence trading on NASDAQ under the ticker symbols “SWVL” and “SWVLW”, respectively. Cravath is representing Swvl in connection with the transaction.

Publications

May 29, 2026

Artificial Intelligence Developments – May 2026

On May 28, 2026, Cravath published the latest edition of its Artificial Intelligence Developments Newsletter, which includes a high‑level review of activity across technical, regulatory, legal, and market areas of AI over the last month.  

Publications

May 22, 2026

Cravath Publishes Finance & Capital Markets Quarterly Review for Q1 2026

On May 22, 2026, Cravath published the latest edition of its Finance & Capital Markets Quarterly Review, which provides insight into practical points, key takeaways and relevant developments related to the bond, equity and loan markets and restructuring activity during the first quarter of 2026. Highlights from this edition include:

Publications

May 22, 2026

Cravath Publishes Quarterly Review on Q1 2026 Trends in M&A, Activism and Corporate Governance

On May 22, 2026, Cravath published the latest edition of its Quarterly Review, which provides insight into practical points, key takeaways and relevant developments across the M&A, activism, restructuring, regulatory and corporate governance landscape. This edition covers:

Activities

May 11, 2026

Lawdragon Names 6 Cravath Partners to its 2026 List of “500 Leading Global Cyber Lawyers”

On May 8, 2026, Lawdragon announced the inclusion of 6 Cravath partners in its annual list of the “500 Leading Global Cyber Lawyers.” The list, assembled based on research and vetting by peers, celebrates the lawyers who handle the most sensitive online threats to protect data and national security, fight for the digital rights of consumers against negligent companies and navigate the insurance, fintech and compliance aspects of complex tech transactions.

Activities

May 06, 2026

Nicole Argentieri Featured in the ABA’s Global Anti‑Corruption Committee Monthly Newsletter

On May 4, 2026, Cravath partner Nicole M. Argentieri was featured in the American Bar Association’s Global Anti‑Corruption Committee monthly newsletter, which highlighted her tenure at the U.S. Department of Justice, including as Acting Assistant Attorney General and Head of the Criminal Division, as well as her current work advising boards and companies on an increasingly dynamic enforcement landscape. In the Q&A, Nicole discussed navigating heightened risks in anti‑money laundering and national security, noting that she strives to provide a practical perspective to clients so they can understand the shifts in enforcement priorities and resources at the DOJ. Reflecting on her career and her favorite historical figure, Abraham Lincoln, Nicole described the importance of resilience and investing in personal relationships to sustain a demanding legal career, advising junior attorneys that “to be good at your job, you must invest in your relationships and stay connected to the people and causes that matter most to you.”

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