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Between his two terms as U.S. Attorney, Greg was the vice chair of the white-collar defense and corporate investigations practice at an AmLaw 50 firm.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;He retired as a lieutenant colonel from the U.S. Army Reserve after 23 years of service as an infantry officer.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e","recognitions":[{"title":"Named Lawyer of the Year for Criminal Defense: White-Collar in Sacramento","detail":"Best Lawyers® in America (2023)"},{"title":"Recognized for Criminal Defense: White-Collar","detail":"Best Lawyers in America (2013-2023)"}]},"locales":["en"]},"secondary_title_id":null,"upload_assignments":{"headshot":[{"id":8858}]},"capability_group_id":2},"created_at":"2025-11-13T04:58:49.000Z","updated_at":"2025-11-13T04:58:49.000Z","searchable_text":"Scott{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Named Lawyer of the Year for Criminal Defense: White-Collar in Sacramento\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Best Lawyers® in America (2023)\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Recognized for Criminal Defense: White-Collar\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Best Lawyers in America (2013-2023)\"}{{ FIELD }}A former two-time U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of California, a 34-county district headquartered in Sacramento with an area that stretches from the Oregon border to Bakersfield, Greg Scott is an experienced trial lawyer who represents major companies facing government investigations and litigation, with a focus in the healthcare, retail, and construction industries. He has extensive knowledge on matters involving consumer protection, construction accidents, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the False Claims Act (FCA).  The combination of his vast experience as a prosecutor and conducting internal investigations as a defense attorney consistently leads to great results for his clients.  \nGreg represents corporations under criminal and/or civil investigation by Federal, state, and local prosecutors' offices.  He has extensive experience conducing internal investigations for companies under scrutiny in a wide-range of subject matters, including health care, consumer protection, the False Claims Act, and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.  Greg has been on the opposite side of the table in investigations brought by multiple Federal agencies, the California Attorney General, and several California District Attorneys.   The combination of his experience as a prosecutor and as a defense attorney and his stature among prosecutors in California has led to great results for his clients.  \nGreg started his legal career as a deputy district attorney in Contra Costa County. CA where he tried approximately 100 jury trials to verdict and then became the twice-elected District Attorney of Shasta County, CA. He also served as an Adjunct Professor of National Security Law at the McGeorge School of Law following his first term as U.S. Attorney for the E.D. of California. Between his two terms as U.S. Attorney, Greg was the vice chair of the white-collar defense and corporate investigations practice at an AmLaw 50 firm.   He retired as a lieutenant colonel from the U.S. Army Reserve after 23 years of service as an infantry officer.  Partner Named Lawyer of the Year for Criminal Defense: White-Collar in Sacramento Best Lawyers® in America (2023) Recognized for Criminal Defense: White-Collar Best Lawyers in America (2013-2023) Santa Clara University Santa Clara University School of Law University of California Hastings College of Law University of California Hastings College of Law California Federal Bar Association Sacramento County Bar Association","searchable_name":"McGregor Scott (Greg)","is_active":true,"featured":null,"publish_date":null,"expiration_date":null,"blog_featured":null,"published_by":32,"capability_group_featured":null,"home_page_featured":null},{"id":447659,"version":1,"owner_type":"Person","owner_id":6445,"payload":{"bio":"\u003cp\u003eRichard Sharpe is a partner in King \u0026amp; Spalding's Singapore office and a member of the firm's Special Matters and Government Investigations Group.[[--readmore--]]\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard assists multinational clients across the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region with a variety of business-related criminal matters and cross-border investigations, including anti-bribery and corruption, anti-money laundering, international sanctions, cyber-crime and fraud.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn England and Wales barrister, and a\u0026nbsp;Hong Kong-qualified solicitor, Richard\u0026rsquo;s experience includes representing businesses and individuals under investigation by various international regulators, including the U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control, the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.K Serious Fraud Office, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, and the Hong Kong Independent Commission Against Corruption.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, Richard has significant experience of conducting complex civil litigation and arbitrations arising from fraud and other criminal misconduct, as well as obtaining supporting ancillary relief. 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This was one of the first ever significant hearings in the HKIAC, conducted via Zoom.{{ FIELD }}Acted in ICC arbitration proceedings (seated in New York), and ancillary Hong Kong High Court proceedings in connection with a shareholders’ dispute in Hong Kong, arising from U.S. Chapter 11 proceedings.{{ FIELD }}Acted for a multinational professional services firm in Hong Kong High Court contempt of court proceedings, arising from a dispute over the enforceability of inter-jurisdictional disclosure obligations.{{ FIELD }}Acted for an international private equity fund in CIETAC arbitration proceedings (seated in Beijing) in connection with claims of fraud arising from the purchase of a business in the PRC (value in excess of USD 250m) (including conducting the advocacy in the High Court of Hong Kong to freeze more than USD 250m Worldwide).{{ FIELD }}Advised on international trade finance fraud claims approaching USD 1bn arising out of a multi-jurisdictional insolvency.{{ FIELD }}Acted for the private equity arm of an international bank in SIAC arbitration proceedings (seated in Singapore) in connection with claims of fraud arising from a direct equity investment in an Indian movie company (value in excess of USD 60m).{{ FIELD }}Acted for an international bank in three LCIA arbitration proceedings (seated in London) with a combined value of USD 85m, against a Russian-Mongolian SOE and a Mongolian conglomerate in connection with the bank's investment in one of the World's largest copper mines, and fraud arising from the related structured facilities and security arrangements. Also acted in the connected England and Wales High Court litigation relating to separate facilities worth USD 60m.{{ FIELD }}Extensive advocacy experience of obtaining ancillary relief (in particular Mareva relief) in support of international arbitrations and commercial litigation in Hong Kong.{{ FIELD }}InvestigationsConducted a wide ranging investigation into FCPA and insider trading allegations in the China real estate business of a New York listed, public company.{{ FIELD }}Represented the portfolio company of a US private equity company in the first negotiated settlement with the Hong Kong Competition Commission, for cartelling.{{ FIELD }}Conducted an internal investigation into multi-million US dollar employee fraud in the Hong Kong offices of a SFC and SEC regulated fund.{{ FIELD }}Conducted an audit committee investigation into fraudulent accounting allegations in a global energy services platform in the Middle East, ultimately owned by a New York listed, public company.{{ FIELD }}Acted in a 5 year, wide ranging internal investigation and representation of a Chinese telecommunications company (ZTE) in a significant export controls and economic sanctions investigation by the U.S. Departments of Justice, Commerce (BIS), and Treasury (OFAC). This culminated in the largest ever settlement for an export controls violation (USD 1.2bn).{{ FIELD }}Acted in the representation of the Hong Kong branch of a PRC bank under investigation by the HKMA/ICAC for anti-corruption offences, including being scrambled to the dawn raid on the premises by the ICAC, following which the branch's CEO and 2 other staff members were arrested and prosecuted.{{ FIELD }}Acted in the representation of an international bank under HKMA regulatory investigation into a widespread banking fraud perpetrated by a member of retail staff (who was arrested and prosecuted), as well as conducting the associated litigation (conducted the advocacy in Hong Kong to freeze USD 26m).{{ FIELD }}Acted in a regulatory investigation into the theft by staff of a global re-insurer of commercially sensitive IP from a key rival. The case involved interactions with the HKCIB, the UK Financial Conduct Authority and the ICAC, as well as litigation arising.{{ FIELD }}Acted in an anti-corruption investigation into a MNC's practices in Hong Kong and the PRC, from a FCPA, UKBA, Hong Kong, and PRC law perspective.{{ FIELD }}Acted in the representation of an international bank under investigation by the SFC into financial services misselling.{{ FIELD }}Multiple representations of individuals employed by financial institutions and MNCs under investigation by the ICAC.{{ FIELD }}Defence of financial institution clients criminally prosecuted by Customs and Excise for offences under the Import Ordinance (including conducting Hong Kong Court advocacy) relating to technology imports.{{ FIELD }}Richard Sharpe is a partner in King \u0026amp; Spalding's Singapore office and a member of the firm's Special Matters and Government Investigations Group.\nRichard assists multinational clients across the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region with a variety of business-related criminal matters and cross-border investigations, including anti-bribery and corruption, anti-money laundering, international sanctions, cyber-crime and fraud.\nAn England and Wales barrister, and a Hong Kong-qualified solicitor, Richard’s experience includes representing businesses and individuals under investigation by various international regulators, including the U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control, the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.K Serious Fraud Office, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, and the Hong Kong Independent Commission Against Corruption.\nIn addition, Richard has significant experience of conducting complex civil litigation and arbitrations arising from fraud and other criminal misconduct, as well as obtaining supporting ancillary relief. He also advises global companies on investment-related international risk and the design and implementation of compliance programs.\nRichard was a barrister in England and Wales for the first 11 years of practice, focusing on the prosecution and defence of complex business crime and civil asset recovery, before relocating to Hong Kong in 2013. Richard has been recognised in Chambers Global and Asia-Pacific in the category of Corporate Investigations / Anti-Corruption: International since 2020.\nIn Chambers Asia-Pacific 2024, clients note \"Richard is great, super responsive, fully understands commercial dynamics and what clients are looking to achieve\", and \"Richard is a great communicator, and can distil very complex regulatory matters into manageable and clear advice\".\nIn a Chambers Global interview, clients describe Richard as “a total professional” who “understands the region well.”, and notes that he advises global organisations on a range of compliance mandates including anti-corruption, anti-money laundering and trade controls.\nClients further noted “Richard Sharpe receives praise for his ability to handle complex regulatory investigations and is singled out for his expert knowledge of the UK Bribery Act. Sources note that his experience acting in court as a barrister in the UK enables him to ‘appreciate the nuances of how the prosecutors will think’ and gives him ‘a great edge’. Clients refer to him as a ‘star performer,’ citing his ‘excellent advice’ and ‘strong work product’ as key strengths.” Clients describe him as a good guy who is making an impact” note: “he knows what he is doing.”\nLegal 500 Hong Kong: “Richard Sharpe is qualified as a barrister in London and solicitor in Hong Kong, giving him a ‘unique perspective to analyze complex regulatory/white-collar issues Partner Richard Sharpe recognised as Litigation Star in Singapore BENCHMARK LITIGATION ASIA PACIFIC 2026 Richard Sharpe – Recommended Lawyer LEGAL 500 ASIA-PACIFIC, WHITE-COLLAR CRIME - FOREIGN FIRMS, SINGAPORE 2026 \"Richard Sharpe is a real professional with a keen understanding of his clients' objectives.\" - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, SINGAPORE 2026 Richard actively works to find compliant solutions that facilitate their deals. - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, SINGAPORE 2026 Richard is a very strong individual who is able to expertly lead you through a matter. - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, SINGAPORE 2026 Richard has a very calm demeanour and is very approachable. - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, SINGAPORE 2026 \"Richard always goes the extra mile and is a pleasure to work with.\" - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, INTERNATIONAL, SINGAPORE 2025  \"Richard can cut through all the information with such success.\" - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, INTERNATIONAL, SINGAPORE 2025  \"Richard is someone you can give a matter to and trust that he'll take expert care of it.\" - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, INTERNATIONAL, SINGAPORE 2025  “Working with Richard makes complex matters seem easy.” -  Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, INTERNATIONAL, SINGAPORE 2025  \"Richard can distil complex matters into manageable and clear advice.\" - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, INTERNATIONAL, SINGAPORE 2024  \"Richard knows the issues we face in the region and provides practical advice.\" - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, INTERNATIONAL, SINGAPORE 2024  \"Richard fully understands what clients are looking to achieve.\" - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, INTERNATIONAL, SINGAPORE 2024  \"Richard works with the deal team to achieve the best solution.\" - Corporate Investigation / Anti-Corruption  CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC, INTERNATIONAL, SINGAPORE 2024  Richard was named as an \"up and coming lawyer\"  CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC 2020, 2021, 2022 AND 2023 Richard is \"a total professional\" who \"understands the region well.\" CHAMBERS GLOBAL 2020  Clients refer to Richard as a 'star performer,' citing his 'excellent advice' and 'strong work product' as key strengths  CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC 2020  Richard can \"appreciate the nuances of how the prosecutors will think\" giving him \"a great edge.\" CHAMBERS ASIA-PACIFIC 2020  Inns of Court School of Law, UK  Oxford University, UK  England and Wales Hong Kong Arbitration and litigationActed for an international private equity fund in Cayman law governed HKIAC arbitration proceedings (seated in Hong Kong), in connection with a claim against a limited partner of the fund for approximately USD 1bn, for breach of confidentiality. This was one of the first ever significant hearings in the HKIAC, conducted via Zoom. Acted in ICC arbitration proceedings (seated in New York), and ancillary Hong Kong High Court proceedings in connection with a shareholders’ dispute in Hong Kong, arising from U.S. Chapter 11 proceedings. Acted for a multinational professional services firm in Hong Kong High Court contempt of court proceedings, arising from a dispute over the enforceability of inter-jurisdictional disclosure obligations. Acted for an international private equity fund in CIETAC arbitration proceedings (seated in Beijing) in connection with claims of fraud arising from the purchase of a business in the PRC (value in excess of USD 250m) (including conducting the advocacy in the High Court of Hong Kong to freeze more than USD 250m Worldwide). Advised on international trade finance fraud claims approaching USD 1bn arising out of a multi-jurisdictional insolvency. Acted for the private equity arm of an international bank in SIAC arbitration proceedings (seated in Singapore) in connection with claims of fraud arising from a direct equity investment in an Indian movie company (value in excess of USD 60m). Acted for an international bank in three LCIA arbitration proceedings (seated in London) with a combined value of USD 85m, against a Russian-Mongolian SOE and a Mongolian conglomerate in connection with the bank's investment in one of the World's largest copper mines, and fraud arising from the related structured facilities and security arrangements. Also acted in the connected England and Wales High Court litigation relating to separate facilities worth USD 60m. Extensive advocacy experience of obtaining ancillary relief (in particular Mareva relief) in support of international arbitrations and commercial litigation in Hong Kong. InvestigationsConducted a wide ranging investigation into FCPA and insider trading allegations in the China real estate business of a New York listed, public company. Represented the portfolio company of a US private equity company in the first negotiated settlement with the Hong Kong Competition Commission, for cartelling. Conducted an internal investigation into multi-million US dollar employee fraud in the Hong Kong offices of a SFC and SEC regulated fund. Conducted an audit committee investigation into fraudulent accounting allegations in a global energy services platform in the Middle East, ultimately owned by a New York listed, public company. Acted in a 5 year, wide ranging internal investigation and representation of a Chinese telecommunications company (ZTE) in a significant export controls and economic sanctions investigation by the U.S. Departments of Justice, Commerce (BIS), and Treasury (OFAC). This culminated in the largest ever settlement for an export controls violation (USD 1.2bn). Acted in the representation of the Hong Kong branch of a PRC bank under investigation by the HKMA/ICAC for anti-corruption offences, including being scrambled to the dawn raid on the premises by the ICAC, following which the branch's CEO and 2 other staff members were arrested and prosecuted. Acted in the representation of an international bank under HKMA regulatory investigation into a widespread banking fraud perpetrated by a member of retail staff (who was arrested and prosecuted), as well as conducting the associated litigation (conducted the advocacy in Hong Kong to freeze USD 26m). Acted in a regulatory investigation into the theft by staff of a global re-insurer of commercially sensitive IP from a key rival. The case involved interactions with the HKCIB, the UK Financial Conduct Authority and the ICAC, as well as litigation arising. 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Kyle’s practice focuses on white collar criminal defense litigation, federal and state government investigations, corporate internal investigations, and advice concerning corporate compliance programs.\nKyle has represented corporations and individuals in a wide array of matters, including FCPA/anti-corruption, Bank Secrecy Act/anti-money laundering, securities, false claims, taxation, and cybersecurity. He has advised clients in sectors such as banking, insurance brokerage, foreign exchange, energy, life sciences, and professional services. Kyle has handled investigations involving a range of federal, state, and foreign authorities, including the Justice Department, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the U.S. Senate, the New York State Department of Financial Services, and the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority. Kyle has also worked on the ground in jurisdictions in Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Asia to serve his clients’ needs.\nKyle is a commentator and speaker on various white collar and compliance topics, including data privacy and security, cross-border investigations and fraud in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic.\nHe also serves on The American Lawyer’s Young Lawyer Editorial Board and the board of directors of CUE Art Foundation in New York City. \nKyle earned his law degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he was a managing editor for the UCLA Journal of International Law and Foreign Affairs. Kyle also served as a law clerk for the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary (Subcommittee on the Constitution) in Washington, D.C. He received his undergraduate degree in history from Cornell University.  Partner Cornell University Cornell Law School University of California-Los Angeles UCLA School of Law U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York New York Representing a global financial services company in connection with the launch of a mobile FinTech application for the international remittance of funds. Defending a businessman in an approximately $25 million fraud prosecution in the Western District of New York. Defending an international financial institution from enforcement actions based on conspiracy to commit tax fraud and securities violations brought by the Justice Department, the SEC, the Federal Reserve, and the New York State Department of Financial Services, and a related congressional inquiry by the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations; representing same company in connection with post-resolution undertakings, including the New York State Department of Financial Services-appointed monitorship. Defending a major financial institution in a criminal investigation by a U.S. Attorney’s Office and DOJ’s Asset Forfeiture \u0026amp; Money Laundering Section, regarding anti-money laundering and other issues related to allegations of fraud by a customer. Performing internal compliance reviews and anticorruption analysis for a global insurance broker. Representing the CEO of a Fortune 500 company in connection with an insurance investigation by the New York County District Attorney’s Office. Advising an international oil and gas company on FCPA compliance issues related to overseas projects. Preparing a financial firm’s response to subpoenas served by the Justice Department Tax Division. Counseling a Fortune 500 financial services company on its incident response plan following a data security breach. 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Ct., 14 Cal.5th 1034 (2023), in which the California Supreme Court, reversing a lower court decision, held that government owned health plans are subject to the Knox-Keene Act and lawsuits for reimbursement by out-of-network providers; potential impact exceeds hundreds of millions of dollars for California out-of-network providers.{{ FIELD }}Represented CEP America California dba Vituity against Heritage Provider Network regarding underpayments for out-of-network emergency physician services at many hospitals, resulting in jury award in April 2023, against the health plan on claims exceeding $10 million.{{ FIELD }}Represented California Hospital Association, California Medical Association, and a plaintiff class of California hospitals against Blue Cross regarding post-claims underwriting; court-approved settlement pool of $11.8 million for the benefit of all California hospitals that were affected by Blue Cross’s rescissions of patient policies.{{ FIELD }}Represented plaintiff's class of California Ambulatory Surgery Centers against United Healthcare, Ingenix (now Optum) and dozens of self-funded plans regarding out-of-network payments; class settlement reached for $9.5 million for the benefit of California ASCs.{{ FIELD }}Represented Children's Hospital Central California against Blue Cross of California in which appeals court held that the parties can present to the jury ona variety of evidence, includingthe hospital's charges, contracted rates and government rates, but not the costs to render the services at issue.{{ FIELD }}Jury verdict for Children's Hospital Central California determining plan was liable at 100% of charges for post-stabilization services rendered by hospital when plan failed to transfer Medi-Cal managed care beneficiaries to alternative providers; jury rejected plan's argument that hospital had not received authorization or been deemed authored.{{ FIELD }}Represented California Hospital Association, plus a national dialysis provider and a putative class of ambulatory surgery centers nationwide, in obtaining court order that national class action settlement agreement regarding United’s reimbursement practices to non-contracted physicians doesn’t bar facilities from pursuing underpayment claims for facility services.{{ FIELD }}Represented C/HCA, Inc. in federal court to obtain preliminary injunction against Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield of Utah from marketing the hospitals as being in-network providers for new tiered network product that was not contemplated by the parties’ contract.{{ FIELD }}Represented Coast Plaza Doctors Hosp. against an Anthem Blue plan in appeals court decision that providers aren’t preempted from pursuing direct state law claims against non-self-funded ERISA health plans and can sue such plans, rather than as assignees of the patient’s ERISA benefits.{{ FIELD }}Represented Mount Diablo Medical Center in successful defeat of Health Net of California's motion to compel arbitration where dispute also involved the health plan's entity who was not subject to arbitration in multiparty capitation network dispute.{{ FIELD }}Represented prominent psychiatric hospitals in complex negotiations with the city of Los Angeles for a pre-filing settlement and stipulated judgment to resolve allegations of improper psychiatric patient discharges and then develop patient safety standards with the city for wider use as part of a year-long collaborative task force.{{ FIELD }}Represented a number of prominent non-profit hospitals in class action defense against uninsured patients challenging various charges and billing practices.{{ FIELD }}In addition to these and other public court matters, Mr. Solomon often resolves matters outside the court system, through settlement negotiations, mediations and arbitrations for providers throughout the country. Over the course of his career he has worked on matters collectively generating several hundred million dollars for his provider clients in additional revenue from underpayments and avoided recoupment of similar amounts in alleged overpayments.{{ FIELD }}\nGlenn Solomon specializes in commercial and government managed care, complex business litigation, arbitration, mediation, class action, investigations, and other dispute resolution matters. As a partner in our Healthcare practice, his diverse clientele includes prominent hospitals and health systems, medical groups, independent physician associations, management services organizations, and other health care providers and entities. On behalf of providers, he has both resolved significant disputes with health plans and negotiated high-profile contracts with them, as well as solved disagreements with other providers.  He has helped providers obtain several hundred million dollars through underpayments recoveries, contract improvements, and negotiations.  He also has successfully defended against similarly large amounts of alleged overpayments. \nGlenn’s expertise allows him to break down complex disputes to identify and achieve the best options for his clients, whether that be through litigation, arbitration, mediation, or resolved through contractual negotiation. His clients have recovered combined awards and settlements totaling over several hundred million dollars on the plaintiffs’ side; and have successfully avoided alleged financial exposures of similar figures on the defendants’ side.\nOver the course of his career, Glenn has litigated, arbitrated, mediated and resolved disputes involving managed care, contracting, management services, class actions, internal and external investigations, fraud and abuse, business relations, reimbursement, trade secrets, misappropriation, real estate, employment, and discrimination. His broad health industry experience involves dealings with health plans, insurance companies, ERISA plans, self-funded plans, qui tam relators, employees, other providers and the government. Glenn’s versatile background has allowed him to be a court-designated expert witness.\nGlenn also has experience representing clients in other industries such as telecommunications, accounting, retail, and banking.\nGlenn is also recognized by Legal 500 (2024) as a Key Lawyer in HealthCare: Service Providers, which group has been ranked Tier 1 for this industry. \nGlenn continues to be recognized by Legal 500 (2025) as a Key Lawyer in HealthCare: Service Providers.\nGlenn also has been recognized by Chambers USA, LA Attorney Individual Ranking for Healthcare. \nGlenn has been selected for the Los Angeles Business Journal's 2025 Leaders of Influence: Litigators \u0026amp; Trial Attorneys.\n Partner Key Lawyer in HealthCare: Service Providers Legal 500, 2024 Martindale-Hubbell AV Rated Southern California Super Lawyers 2013-2020 Best Lawyers in America 2013-2020 University of California, Berkeley University of California, Berkeley, School of Law Harvard University Harvard Law School U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California California Texas American Health Lawyers Association Healthcare Financial Management Association California Society of Healthcare Attorneys American Bar Association, Health Law and Litigation Sections California Bar Association, Litigation Section Los Angeles County Bar Association, Health Care and Litigation Sections Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Board of Governors, Executive Committee The Maple Counseling Center, Board of Directors, Executive-Finance-Budget Committees Represented California Hospital Association, California Medical Association, Regional Medical Center of San Jose, and Good Samaritan Hospital as amici in County of Santa Clara v. Sup. Ct., 14 Cal.5th 1034 (2023), in which the California Supreme Court, reversing a lower court decision, held that government owned health plans are subject to the Knox-Keene Act and lawsuits for reimbursement by out-of-network providers; potential impact exceeds hundreds of millions of dollars for California out-of-network providers. Represented CEP America California dba Vituity against Heritage Provider Network regarding underpayments for out-of-network emergency physician services at many hospitals, resulting in jury award in April 2023, against the health plan on claims exceeding $10 million. Represented California Hospital Association, California Medical Association, and a plaintiff class of California hospitals against Blue Cross regarding post-claims underwriting; court-approved settlement pool of $11.8 million for the benefit of all California hospitals that were affected by Blue Cross’s rescissions of patient policies. Represented plaintiff's class of California Ambulatory Surgery Centers against United Healthcare, Ingenix (now Optum) and dozens of self-funded plans regarding out-of-network payments; class settlement reached for $9.5 million for the benefit of California ASCs. Represented Children's Hospital Central California against Blue Cross of California in which appeals court held that the parties can present to the jury ona variety of evidence, includingthe hospital's charges, contracted rates and government rates, but not the costs to render the services at issue. Jury verdict for Children's Hospital Central California determining plan was liable at 100% of charges for post-stabilization services rendered by hospital when plan failed to transfer Medi-Cal managed care beneficiaries to alternative providers; jury rejected plan's argument that hospital had not received authorization or been deemed authored. Represented California Hospital Association, plus a national dialysis provider and a putative class of ambulatory surgery centers nationwide, in obtaining court order that national class action settlement agreement regarding United’s reimbursement practices to non-contracted physicians doesn’t bar facilities from pursuing underpayment claims for facility services. Represented C/HCA, Inc. in federal court to obtain preliminary injunction against Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield of Utah from marketing the hospitals as being in-network providers for new tiered network product that was not contemplated by the parties’ contract. Represented Coast Plaza Doctors Hosp. against an Anthem Blue plan in appeals court decision that providers aren’t preempted from pursuing direct state law claims against non-self-funded ERISA health plans and can sue such plans, rather than as assignees of the patient’s ERISA benefits. Represented Mount Diablo Medical Center in successful defeat of Health Net of California's motion to compel arbitration where dispute also involved the health plan's entity who was not subject to arbitration in multiparty capitation network dispute. Represented prominent psychiatric hospitals in complex negotiations with the city of Los Angeles for a pre-filing settlement and stipulated judgment to resolve allegations of improper psychiatric patient discharges and then develop patient safety standards with the city for wider use as part of a year-long collaborative task force. Represented a number of prominent non-profit hospitals in class action defense against uninsured patients challenging various charges and billing practices. In addition to these and other public court matters, Mr. Solomon often resolves matters outside the court system, through settlement negotiations, mediations and arbitrations for providers throughout the country. Over the course of his career he has worked on matters collectively generating several hundred million dollars for his provider clients in additional revenue from underpayments and avoided recoupment of similar amounts in alleged overpayments.","searchable_name":"Glenn Solomon","is_active":true,"featured":null,"publish_date":null,"expiration_date":null,"blog_featured":null,"published_by":34,"capability_group_featured":null,"home_page_featured":null},{"id":446142,"version":1,"owner_type":"Person","owner_id":5123,"payload":{"bio":"\u003cp\u003eAaron Stephens is an English and US qualified (California - inactive) partner in the Special Matters and Government Investigations practice, twice named by Law360 as \u0026ldquo;White Collar Practice Group of the Year.\u0026rdquo; He specializes in representing financial institutions, corporate clients and senior individuals in highly sensitive litigation and investigations.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAaron has advised clients on diverse matters across Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East and Africa in the banking/financial services, energy, defence, construction \u0026amp; engineering and retail industries. 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corruption, market manipulation and \"spoofing\", and other financial crime.{{ FIELD }}Carrying out an internal investigation for a global commodities house into allegations of fraud and corruption in an African jurisdiction.{{ FIELD }}Advising an energy sector client in relation to an internal investigation into fraudulent and misleading practices affecting an Asian project, including with regard to self reporting obligations and remediation.{{ FIELD }}Conducting an urgent internal investigation for a global asset management firm and advising on remedial steps and notification issues.{{ FIELD }}Assisting a major, global corporation to design and implement a new compliance department, including the drafting of all compliance policies and procedures and related staff training.{{ FIELD }}Successfully defended various individuals in the context of the US and UK investigations into manipulation of the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) and the foreign exchange (FX) market.{{ FIELD }}Advised MS Amlin in the context of an investigation by Lloyd’s of London, achieving a successful outcome.{{ FIELD }}Represented Sir Paul Judge in the context of both the on-going SFO investigation into Eurasian Natural Resources Corporation, and related civil litigation in the High Court of England \u0026amp; Wales.{{ FIELD }}Advising numerous corporates and financial services firms regarding compliance with the FCPA, Bribery Act 2010, anti-money laundering legislation and related financial crime compliance issues, including carrying out internal investigations in this regard.{{ FIELD }}Aaron Stephens is an English and US qualified (California - inactive) partner in the Special Matters and Government Investigations practice, twice named by Law360 as “White Collar Practice Group of the Year.” He specializes in representing financial institutions, corporate clients and senior individuals in highly sensitive litigation and investigations.\nAaron has advised clients on diverse matters across Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East and Africa in the banking/financial services, energy, defence, construction \u0026amp; engineering and retail industries. He has a particular focus on anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, market abuse and fraud, and with commentators saying that \"Aaron Stephens is hugely likeable, very focused and always available\" (Legal 500 2024), that \"he has a strong financial services practice and brings infectious enthusiasm to every case\" (Legal 500 2024), that \"he understands complex matters and finds practical solutions ... he is brilliant, a responsive and reassuring person to have on your side\" (Chambers UK 2020), and that he is \"very easy to communicate with and finds solutions to complex problems\" (Chambers UK 2022).  \nAaron has carried out regulatory and white collar investigations and/or defended clients in relation to the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Serious Fraud Office (SFO), National Crime Agency (NCA), Takeover Panel and Lloyd’s of London, as well as in matters involving the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).  He also engages in civil litigation in the English courts, and advises a wide range of corporate clients on risk management and compliance issues.\nAaron is a Top Ranked Lawyer in Chambers UK 2022 in Financial Crime: Corporates and recognized in Legal 500 2021 for his work on corporate and financial services investigations (\"the epitome of a trusted adviser\").  Chambers UK notes that sources observe that \"he is an incredible professional,\" adding that \"he's a very steady hand and very comforting to clients; he's unflappable.\"  In addition, Global Investigations Review has described him as an “excellent lawyer who is credited by sources for his work developing [his] practice into a formidable offering.”\nPrior to joining King \u0026amp; Spalding, Aaron was the Head of Corporate Crime and Investigations at the London headquarters of an international law firm. Partner Ranked in Financial Crime: Corporates  Chambers UK, 2017-2024 Recognized for his work on corporate and financial services investigations Legal 500 2018-2024 Recognized by Global Investigations Review GIR Indiana University Indiana University School of Law Case Western Reserve University Case Western Reserve University School of Law California England and Wales American Bar Association Member of the Financial Services Consultation Board for Practical Law/Thomson Reuters Vice Chair of the Business Crime Committee of the International Bar Association Member of the Council of JUSTICE Law Society of England \u0026amp; Wales (Admitted 5/15/2003; Reg. # 382567) Part of cross-office team advising a global financial institution in U.S. federal antitrust and English High Court litigation alleging that foreign currency dealers conspired to manipulate the benchmark WM/Reuters currency exchange rate and FX spreads. Advising a global business in the context of an ongoing investigation by the World Bank. Representing a global financial institution in connection with English litigation seeking damages and tracing remedies arising from the 1 Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal. Advising various senior individuals in the context of on-going Serious Fraud Office (SFO), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and cross-border (DOJ, SEC) investigations into alleged bribery \u0026amp; corruption, market manipulation and \"spoofing\", and other financial crime. Carrying out an internal investigation for a global commodities house into allegations of fraud and corruption in an African jurisdiction. Advising an energy sector client in relation to an internal investigation into fraudulent and misleading practices affecting an Asian project, including with regard to self reporting obligations and remediation. Conducting an urgent internal investigation for a global asset management firm and advising on remedial steps and notification issues. Assisting a major, global corporation to design and implement a new compliance department, including the drafting of all compliance policies and procedures and related staff training. Successfully defended various individuals in the context of the US and UK investigations into manipulation of the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) and the foreign exchange (FX) market. Advised MS Amlin in the context of an investigation by Lloyd’s of London, achieving a successful outcome. Represented Sir Paul Judge in the context of both the on-going SFO investigation into Eurasian Natural Resources Corporation, and related civil litigation in the High Court of England \u0026amp; Wales. 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The matter was concluded when the Department declined to pursue charges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLed the defense of a large food manufacturing company and its majority shareholders against claims of breach of fiduciary duty and oppression brought by the minority shareholders in a two-week jury trial. The plaintiffs' lawsuit sought to dissolve the company and $2 billion in damages. After a two-week trial a jury found for the company and the majority shareholders and the plaintiffs took nothing. The jury foreperson was later quoted as saying, \"[Stricklin's] closing was amazing. [The defense team] did a great job. To us at least, the closing really pieced together a lot of the evidence we had questions about or thoughts about.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresented the former CEO of a Fortune 250 healthcare company against first of their kind federal antitrust criminal charges involving \"no poach\" agreements brought by the U.S. Department of Justice's Antitrust Division. 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The matter resulted in a \u0026ldquo;no action\u0026rdquo; letter provided by SEC.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresented a corporate owner in an insider trading investigation brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and U.S. Department of Justice. The result of the matter was the entry of a \u0026ldquo;no admit or deny\u0026rdquo; administrative order and no charges were brought.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresented a national telecom provider in a\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003equi tam\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;matter under the False Claims Act matter alleging fraud into the Federal Government E-Rate program. The matter resulted in the federal government declining to intervene and the case being dismissed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresented a large regional not-for-profit hospital in a\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003equi tam\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;matter under the False Claims Act alleging Medicare and Medicaid fraud. The investigation lasted 18 months, with the results being a minimal settlement with the state Attorney General\u0026rsquo;s office, and the federal government declining to intervene.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresented a large civil engineering firm in a\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003equi tam\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;matter under the False Claims Act matter and a civil and criminal investigation by the Department of Energy and the Department of Justice. The matter resulted in the relator being dismissed, and there was a civil settlement with the DOJ that included a non-prosecution agreement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresented a large engineering and infrastructure corporation in a\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003equi tam\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;matter under the False Claims Act investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney's Office related to liquid petroleum gas installation issued during Hurricane Katrina recovery. 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After a six-month long investigation, the government declined to prosecute and closed the case.{{ FIELD }}Represented a U.S. Olympic athletic organization in a multi-year investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice that included response to wide-ranging grand jury subpoenas. The matter was concluded when the Department declined to pursue charges.{{ FIELD }}Led the defense of a large food manufacturing company and its majority shareholders against claims of breach of fiduciary duty and oppression brought by the minority shareholders in a two-week jury trial. The plaintiffs' lawsuit sought to dissolve the company and $2 billion in damages. After a two-week trial a jury found for the company and the majority shareholders and the plaintiffs took nothing. The jury foreperson was later quoted as saying, \"[Stricklin's] closing was amazing. [The defense team] did a great job. To us at least, the closing really pieced together a lot of the evidence we had questions about or thoughts about.\"{{ FIELD }}Represented the former CEO of a Fortune 250 healthcare company against first of their kind federal antitrust criminal charges involving \"no poach\" agreements brought by the U.S. Department of Justice's Antitrust Division. After a two-week trial a jury found the client not guilty of all charges.{{ FIELD }}Represented two banking executives in a grand jury investigation involving theft of trade secrets and computer crimes. After a six month investigation, case was dismissed by prosecutors.{{ FIELD }}Represented a midstream pipeline company in relation to largest pipeline spill of its kind. After a seven year investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice's Environmental and Natural Resources Division, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality, all claims were resolved with a Clean Water Act Misdemeanor and Failure to Report felony. The plea did not include any individuals or restitution, did not require a corporate monitor or debarment, and allowed the fine to be paid out over five years.{{ FIELD }}Led the defense of a large food manufacturing company in a qui tam action under the False Claims Act matter brought by an individual U.S. Department of Agriculture Inspector valued at over $1b. The matter resulted in the government declining to intervene and the U.S. District Court dismissing the Inspector's lawsuit with prejudice and awarding client costs.{{ FIELD }}Represented a Fortune 250 healthcare company in a False Claims Act lawsuit brought by a whistleblower. The matter resulted in the U.S. District Court dismissing the complaint based on motions, and the relator did not re-file.{{ FIELD }}Represented a Fortune 250 healthcare company in an investigation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office and U.S. Health and Human Services in an investigation relating to the Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law. The matter resulted in no action being taken.{{ FIELD }}Represented a CEO of a large, publicly-traded tech company in an independent board member investigation. The matter resulted in no action being taken.{{ FIELD }}Represented a Chief Accounting Officer of a large civil engineering firm in an U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission investigation into financial reporting issues. The matter resulted in a “no action” letter provided by SEC.{{ FIELD }}Represented a corporate owner in an insider trading investigation brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and U.S. Department of Justice. The result of the matter was the entry of a “no admit or deny” administrative order and no charges were brought.{{ FIELD }}Represented a national telecom provider in a qui tam matter under the False Claims Act matter alleging fraud into the Federal Government E-Rate program. The matter resulted in the federal government declining to intervene and the case being dismissed.{{ FIELD }}Represented a large regional not-for-profit hospital in a qui tam matter under the False Claims Act alleging Medicare and Medicaid fraud. The investigation lasted 18 months, with the results being a minimal settlement with the state Attorney General’s office, and the federal government declining to intervene.{{ FIELD }}Represented a large civil engineering firm in a qui tam matter under the False Claims Act matter and a civil and criminal investigation by the Department of Energy and the Department of Justice. The matter resulted in the relator being dismissed, and there was a civil settlement with the DOJ that included a non-prosecution agreement.{{ FIELD }}Represented a large engineering and infrastructure corporation in a qui tam matter under the False Claims Act investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney's Office related to liquid petroleum gas installation issued during Hurricane Katrina recovery. The matter resulted in the government declining to intervene and the case being dismissed.{{ FIELD }}Represented a principal investor in a complicated investment plan investigated over a three-year period for securities fraud. The matter resulted in no charges being filed.{{ FIELD }}Represented a healthcare industry executive investigated for conspiracy to defraud the government and importation of unlicensed medical devices. The matter resulted in no jail time, no probation, a guilty plea to misprision and a $10k fine.{{ FIELD }}Led the defense of Xcel Energy, Inc. and Public Service Company of Colorado against federal criminal charges arising out of an accident that killed five contractors at a hydroelectric power plant. The result of the matter after a five-week long trial involving complex OSHA regulations, was a jury returning not-guilty verdicts in favor of both companies.{{ FIELD }}Represented a large food production company in environmental litigation against the seller of property that failed to disclose the presence of asbestos. The result of the matter was a successful settlement for the client.{{ FIELD }}Represented Chemical \u0026amp; Metal Industries, Inc. in an appeal from a $3m fine and restitution award in the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals. The result of the matter was the restitution being vacated completely and the fine being reduced to $500k.{{ FIELD }}Represented an executive at a Fortune 500 healthcare company in a matter involving the Anti-Kickback Statute and the Stark Law. The matter resulted in no charges being brought.{{ FIELD }}Defended a natural gas production and distribution company against a civil complaint filed by the Environmental Protection Agency. The result of the matter was a successful settlement for the client.{{ FIELD }}Defended Eddie Bauer in an intellectual property case involving trademarked brand names. The matter resulted in a successful resolution for Eddie Bauer.{{ FIELD }}Represented a Nobel Prize winning scientist in an investigation by the U.S. Department of Commerce relating to climate change issues. The matter resulted in no charges being brought.{{ FIELD }}Cliff Stricklin, a longtime Texas and Colorado based trial lawyer, guides companies and executives through critical situations where litigation is a possible result. He advises clients in commercial disputes and defends them against government inquiries and private allegations of wrongdoing. He is a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and board members. He performs independent investigations on behalf of corporations and boards on subjects that include auditing, accounting, corporate governance and control, sexual harassment, and fraud. Should litigation become necessary, Cliff is an accomplished trial lawyer who has successfully tried and won some of the nation’s largest, most complex cases, including those involving Enron and Qwest.\nCliff aggressively defends corporations and executives in serious matters involving commercial litigation, antitrust, the False Claims Act, securities fraud and regulation (including cryptocurrency issues), industrial accidents, healthcare fraud, and environmental claims. He provides sophisticated advice and counseling in government investigations and parallel civil suits.  His industry experience includes healthcare, finance \u0026amp; banking, fintech \u0026amp; cryptocurrency, oil \u0026amp; gas, pipelines, regulated utilities, telecommunications, civil engineering, web-based retail, biotech, medical devices, food production, faith-based organizations, real estate investments, recreation \u0026amp; hospitality, sports \u0026amp; entertainment, higher education, and mining.\nHis public service positions have included the roles of First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Colorado, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney with the Enron Task Force in Houston and Dallas, Texas, State District Judge in Dallas, Texas, and Assistant U.S. Attorney in Plano and Dallas, Texas.  \nAs a federal prosecutor, Cliff was one of the few attorneys to have won the two highest awards bestowed by the U.S. Department of Justice: the Attorney General’s Award for Exceptional Service for his work as a key member of the Enron Task Force, and the Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service for his work prosecuting the CEO of Qwest Communications for insider trading.\nCliff’s courtroom experience also extends to the bench. During his distinguished term as a Texas state district judge in which he heard thousands of cases – not a single case was overturned on appeal. Cliff also served as presiding judge in Dallas County, Texas, a position he used to implement a number of measures designed to bring openness and fairness to the justice system. The Dallas Morning News opined, “Mr. Stricklin totes impressive credentials. His work ethic, calm judicial temperament and judgment have earned him the respect of his robed colleagues … Mr. Stricklin has performed admirably on the bench.”\nAdditionally, Cliff created the White Collar Criminal Law program at the University of Colorado’s School of Law and served there as an adjunct professor for ten years. He also taught trial advocacy at SMU Dedman School of Law in Dallas, Texas, and at the U.S. Department of Justice's National Advocacy Center in Columbia, South Carolina and Washington, D.C. He is also Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Partner Lawyer of the Year Colorado Law Week, 2024 Barrister’s Best White Collar Lawyer  Colorado Law Week, October 2023 Litigator of the Week The American Lawyer, December 2022 Band One, Litigation: White-Collar Crime \u0026amp; Government Investigations Chambers USA, Colorado, 2012-Present U.S. Attorney General’s Award for Exceptional Service U.S. Department of Justice U.S. Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service U.S. Department of Justice Colorado Super Lawyer  Super Lawyers, 2011-Present Named to “Alumni 150” as being one of the Baylor University’s 150 most remarkable graduates over the last 150 years Baylor University Best Overall Litigator Law Week Colorado’s Best in Show, 2011 Winner of the PowerBook Legal Industry Leader Award Denver Business Journal, 2007 Awarded the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Director’s Award for Outstanding Criminal Investigation FBI Baylor University Baylor University School of Law Washington and Lee University Washington and Lee University School of Law Colorado Texas American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section, Rocky Mountain Region White Collar Crime Committee Chair Colorado Bar Association, Securities Section Urban Peak, a Homeless Youth Prevention \u0026amp; Assistance Organization, Board Member The Blue Bench, a Sexual Assault Prevention, Care \u0026amp; Advocacy Organization, Board Member Represented the former CFO of a technology company in a federal grand jury investigation led by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division into alleged non-solicitation and “no poach” agreements. After a six-month long investigation, the government declined to prosecute and closed the case. Represented a U.S. Olympic athletic organization in a multi-year investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice that included response to wide-ranging grand jury subpoenas. The matter was concluded when the Department declined to pursue charges. Led the defense of a large food manufacturing company and its majority shareholders against claims of breach of fiduciary duty and oppression brought by the minority shareholders in a two-week jury trial. The plaintiffs' lawsuit sought to dissolve the company and $2 billion in damages. After a two-week trial a jury found for the company and the majority shareholders and the plaintiffs took nothing. The jury foreperson was later quoted as saying, \"[Stricklin's] closing was amazing. [The defense team] did a great job. To us at least, the closing really pieced together a lot of the evidence we had questions about or thoughts about.\" Represented the former CEO of a Fortune 250 healthcare company against first of their kind federal antitrust criminal charges involving \"no poach\" agreements brought by the U.S. Department of Justice's Antitrust Division. After a two-week trial a jury found the client not guilty of all charges. Represented two banking executives in a grand jury investigation involving theft of trade secrets and computer crimes. After a six month investigation, case was dismissed by prosecutors. Represented a midstream pipeline company in relation to largest pipeline spill of its kind. After a seven year investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice's Environmental and Natural Resources Division, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality, all claims were resolved with a Clean Water Act Misdemeanor and Failure to Report felony. The plea did not include any individuals or restitution, did not require a corporate monitor or debarment, and allowed the fine to be paid out over five years. Led the defense of a large food manufacturing company in a qui tam action under the False Claims Act matter brought by an individual U.S. Department of Agriculture Inspector valued at over $1b. The matter resulted in the government declining to intervene and the U.S. District Court dismissing the Inspector's lawsuit with prejudice and awarding client costs. Represented a Fortune 250 healthcare company in a False Claims Act lawsuit brought by a whistleblower. The matter resulted in the U.S. District Court dismissing the complaint based on motions, and the relator did not re-file. Represented a Fortune 250 healthcare company in an investigation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office and U.S. Health and Human Services in an investigation relating to the Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law. The matter resulted in no action being taken. Represented a CEO of a large, publicly-traded tech company in an independent board member investigation. The matter resulted in no action being taken. Represented a Chief Accounting Officer of a large civil engineering firm in an U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission investigation into financial reporting issues. The matter resulted in a “no action” letter provided by SEC. Represented a corporate owner in an insider trading investigation brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and U.S. Department of Justice. The result of the matter was the entry of a “no admit or deny” administrative order and no charges were brought. Represented a national telecom provider in a qui tam matter under the False Claims Act matter alleging fraud into the Federal Government E-Rate program. The matter resulted in the federal government declining to intervene and the case being dismissed. Represented a large regional not-for-profit hospital in a qui tam matter under the False Claims Act alleging Medicare and Medicaid fraud. The investigation lasted 18 months, with the results being a minimal settlement with the state Attorney General’s office, and the federal government declining to intervene. Represented a large civil engineering firm in a qui tam matter under the False Claims Act matter and a civil and criminal investigation by the Department of Energy and the Department of Justice. The matter resulted in the relator being dismissed, and there was a civil settlement with the DOJ that included a non-prosecution agreement. Represented a large engineering and infrastructure corporation in a qui tam matter under the False Claims Act investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney's Office related to liquid petroleum gas installation issued during Hurricane Katrina recovery. The matter resulted in the government declining to intervene and the case being dismissed. Represented a principal investor in a complicated investment plan investigated over a three-year period for securities fraud. The matter resulted in no charges being filed. Represented a healthcare industry executive investigated for conspiracy to defraud the government and importation of unlicensed medical devices. The matter resulted in no jail time, no probation, a guilty plea to misprision and a $10k fine. Led the defense of Xcel Energy, Inc. and Public Service Company of Colorado against federal criminal charges arising out of an accident that killed five contractors at a hydroelectric power plant. The result of the matter after a five-week long trial involving complex OSHA regulations, was a jury returning not-guilty verdicts in favor of both companies. 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The representation facilitated the receipt of substantial compensation for most bondholders.{{ FIELD }}Jonathan has extensive and versatile experience advising financial services firms, corporates and professional services firms on a wide range of complex domestic and cross border litigation and insolvencies.\nJonathan has a particular focus on financial services, insolvency, and other complex commercial litigation. Many of Jonathan’s matters have a cross-border element and he is experienced in dealing with complex multi-party, multi-jurisdictional matters involving foreign laws. He has been involved in ground-breaking litigation, including the trial of one of the largest frauds in history, one of the most important anti-suit injunction and arbitration claims of recent times and a major, novel judicial review under the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement involving the largest UK Government subsidy since the 2008 financial crisis. Partner Highly Recommended FT European Innovative Lawyers Awards, 2023 Rising Star: Banking Litigation Legal500, 2019-2021 University of New South Wales  University of New South Wales  England and Wales Supreme Court of New South Wales The administrators of a supply chain financing company in relation to multi-million pound English High Court litigation involving the enforcement of a UK government loan guarantee. A large UK energy supplier in relation to a novel, high-profile English High Court judicial review/subsidy control claim concerning a multi-billion pound UK government subsidy, the largest since the 2008 financial crisis, granted in connection with Octopus Energy’s acquisition of Bulb (in administration). A major global bank in a significant multi-party and cross border competition damages action in the High Court and Competition Appeal Tribunal relating to the widely-publicised alleged manipulation of global FX markets by various banks between 2003-2013. ENKA in ENKA v OOO “Insurance Company Chubb”, obtaining an anti-suit injunction restraining Russian proceedings brought in breach of an arbitration agreement. The Supreme Court’s decision, upholding that of the Court of Appeal to grant the anti-suit relief sought by ENKA, is an important clarification of the English Court’s supervisory role in relation to arbitrations seated in the jurisdiction, including in particular the principles determining the applicable law of an arbitration agreement. Enka v Chubb was named the “Most Important Decision of the Year” by the Global Arbitration Review in 2021. A Pakistani power plant in its challenge of a multi-million dollar arbitral award under s 68 of the Arbitration Act. A global financial institution in relation to various disputes with market participants and regulators. An investment fund in its High Court damages claim against another fund in respect of an options agreement arising in connection with a high prolife restructuring in the paper industry. A global financial institution in relation to multiple sets of proceedings in the English High Court, and courts of Belgium, the Netherlands and other countries, involving various complex cross-jurisdictional issues relating to the enforcement of a $500 million arbitral award and $22 billion asset freeze obtained by third parties in the Dutch and Belgian courts against the Republic of Kazakhstan. Directors in their defence of an unfair prejudice petition. A FTSE100 company in relation to a major IT outage affecting its business globally. A large UK building supplies company in connection with a contentious IT transformation project. One of the largest UK pension funds in relation to the exiting of a major IT transformation project. The liquidators of the Saad group of companies in its multi-billion dollar dispute with the Saudi-based Algosaibi family, including in relation to the largest trial in Cayman Islands’ history and one of the largest ever financial frauds, and numerous related insolvency proceedings and satellite litigation in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Switzerland, UK and the USA. The administrators of Lehman Brothers Europe. The special liquidators of Irish Bank Resolution Corporation Limited, including proceedings in the High Court and other disputes arising in connection with the bank’s liquidation. Pro bono: representing the interests of the c. 11,000 bondholders in London Capital \u0026amp; Finance in relation to novel judicial review proceedings and other related disputes in respect of a decision by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme not to compensate the majority of bondholders following LC\u0026amp;F’s high-prolife collapse in 2019. 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