Blythe G. Kochsiek represents clients in government-facing investigations and litigation, corporate internal investigations, and related complex business litigation.  A senior associate in the Special Matters & Government Investigations practice, Blythe helps clients navigate a wide array of white-collar issues, especially those at the intersection of white-collar investigations and high-stakes litigation. 

Blythe’s experience includes defending companies and individuals in investigations by the Department of Justice, the Securities and Exchange Commission, Congress, state attorneys general, and other federal, state, and foreign authorities, and conducting domestic and international internal investigations across a range of industries, including technology, financial services, and blockchain/cryptocurrency.  Blythe also handles a diverse litigation docket and has a decade of experience representing corporate clients in complex commercial litigation in federal and state court, from the pre-litigation to appellate phases.  Blythe's mix of white-collar and civil experience enables her to coordinate cohesive responses for clients facing multiple investigatory, litigation, and public relations issues that often arise in crisis or bet-the-company situations.  In addition, Blythe provides compliance, risk-assessment, and crisis-management advice to companies. 

Blythe has a long history of pro bono work, including in the areas of criminal procedure, anti-discrimination protections, and voting rights.

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