Energy Companies FERC Investigations
Represented energy companies and traders in FERC non-public enforcement investigations.
Major Bank FERC Investigation
Represented a major bank in a FERC non-public enforcement investigation involving alleged manipulation of electricity markets.
Commodity Pool Manager Fraud Case
Represented a manager of a commodity pool in a fraud case brought by CFTC in federal district court.
Various Global 500 Companies Criminal Investigations
Represented Global 500 companies in criminal investigations initiated by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for alleged violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
Major Auto-Parts Manufacturer Criminal Antitrust Investigation
Successfully persuaded the DOJ not to bring criminal antitrust charges against a major auto-parts manufacturer.
CFTC and SEC Regulations
Advised various energy companies in coal, electric, oil and gas industries as well as banks and other financial institutions on new CFTC and SEC regulations promulgated under Dodd-Frank concerning, among other things, the definitions of “swap” and “security-based swap,” registration of swap dealers and major swap participants, clearing, reporting and recordkeeping, position limits and extra territoriality of U.S. rules.
Foreign Exchange Transactions Compliance
Advised a non-U.S. trading platform on compliance with CFTC regulations concerning foreign exchange transactions.
FERC Rules on Sale and Purchase of Generation Assets
Advised various energy clients on FERC rules concerning the sale and purchase of generation assets and gas pipeline permitting.
Pro Bono Services for Major Civil Rights Organization
Obtained favorable results for a major civil rights organization in multiple public accommodations lawsuits.