Government Enforcement Defense

Our trial lawyers have extensive experience aggressively defending clients in high-profile cases against the government. Our criminal and regulatory practice is primarily cross-border, often involving simultaneous investigations by law enforcement authorities in several countries. We are one of the only firms with former U.S. prosecutors permanently stationed in offices in Asia, Europe and the Middle East.


Accolades August 25, 2023

Kobre & Kim and Adriana Riviere-Badell Earn Top Chambers Rankings for Latin America International Counsel

The latest Chambers “Latin America Corporate Crime & Investigations (International Counsel)” rankings have placed Kobre & Kim among the top international firms and Miami-based Adriana Riviere-Badell among the top international lawyers advising on cross-border matters arising in Latin America.

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Client Alert August 17, 2023

Global Companies Can Gain Advantage From Aggressive U.S. Antitrust Enforcement

  • U.S. government antitrust agencies – including the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division and Federal Trade Commission – have become increasingly aggressive in their enforcement.
  • While this puts more multinational companies with U.S. links at risk, it could also present an opportunity.
  • Our team explains how the changing antitrust enforcement environment can provide tools for companies to keep their competitors in check.

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Publications August 1, 2023

Matthew Menchel Speaks on Defense of UBS Banker Raoul Weil on Podcast

Kobre & Kim’s Matthew Menchel joined David Oscar Markus on the podcast “For the Defense” to speak about the defense and successful acquittal of Swiss UBS banker Raoul Weil.

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Client Alert July 12, 2023

What Multinational Companies Should Know About Unprecedented Extraterritorial Activities by the South Korean Police

  • The South Korean Police are expanding their extraterritorial activities, with many multinational companies now in their sightline.
  • Many companies are unfamiliar with handling Korean inquiries and investigations, but their next steps can be crucial to risks to their business.
  • Our cross-border team explores strategies to help companies mitigate their risks and stand up to prosecutorial overreach.

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Accolades June 7, 2023

Kobre & Kim and Michael Kim Recognized in The Legal 500 USA

Kobre & Kim has earned top recognitions for both white-collar criminal defense and international litigation in the latest rankings of The Legal 500 USA 2023.

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Publications June 2, 2023

Evelyn Sheehan and Lara Levinson Explore Navigating Legal Risks in Luxury Asset Transactions in Private Client Global Elite’s “The Month”

The luxury market is characterized by high stakes and confidentiality, but recent developments in the market have led to greater government scrutiny and enforcement actions, which increases risk for market participants. Kobre & Kim’s Evelyn Sheehan and Lara Levinson explore these risks in an article for Private Client Global Elite’s “The Month.”

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Accolades June 1, 2023

Kobre & Kim Earns Top Recognitions in Chambers USA New York Rankings

Kobre & Kim and several lawyers have been recognized in the latest Chambers USA rankings for New York, placing among the top firms and lawyers in several categories for commercial, white-collar and financial litigation.

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Accolades June 1, 2023

Kobre & Kim Tops Chambers USA Florida Litigation List, All Miami Partners Recognized

Kobre & Kim has again earned the very top rank in the Chambers USA 2023 rankings for Florida white-collar crime and government investigations, and every Miami-based partner has also earned top individual rankings.

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Accolades June 1, 2023

Kobre & Kim and Lawyers in Band 1 of Chambers USA Nationwide Rankings

The latest Chambers USA rankings have placed Kobre & Kim, as well as Michael Kim, Jonathan Cogan and Matthew Menchel, in Band 1 in several nationwide categories.

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Events May 4, 2023

Steven Kobre Discusses the Ethics of Bootleg Evidence in Cross-Border Disputes During ABA Conference

For international disputes lawyers representing a multinational company victimized by wrongdoers in another country, developing a thorough evidence record is key to success. However, what should lawyers do when they encounter an offer of evidence from a questionable source? Kobre & Kim founding partner Steven Kobre explores the ethical considerations at the 2023 ABA International Law Section Annual Conference in New York during a session at 2:30 pm, May 4, 2023.

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Client Alert May 4, 2023

Chinese Companies Should Not Shy Away From Potential Disputes Against Korean Chaebol Competitors

  • More Chinese companies are entering the Korean market, running head-on into family-owned conglomerates known as chaebols.
  • In a dispute, the overwhelming dominance of chaebols and the intricacies of the Korea legal market make it hard for Chinese companies to find a way out.
  • However, by combining creative legal and PR strategies, Chinese companies can put pressure on their competitors and protect their business interests.

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Client Alert April 26, 2023

Non-U.S. Companies Beware: U.S. Corporate Leniency Programs May Not Achieve Best Outcome

  • Recent comments by top U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) officials seem to signal an emphasis on leniency programs for companies cooperating on corruption and bribery investigations.
  • However, non-U.S. companies should not let their guard down – the DOJ continues to stretch the bounds of its jurisdiction to aggressively prosecute companies beyond the U.S.
  • We unpack counteroffensive strategies at-risk companies should consider to stand up to DOJ overreach and drive successful outcomes.

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Publications April 11, 2023

Evelyn Sheehan to Anti-Corruption Report: U.S. DOJ Compensation Claw Back Program Improperly Shifts Government Burden to Employers

The U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) new pilot program incentivizing companies under investigation to claw back compensation from culpable employees and supervisors attempts to shift the burden of corporate wrongdoing from shareholders to those directly responsible. However, as Kobre & Kim’s Evelyn Sheehan – who focuses on asset forfeiture and other government enforcement actions – told Anti-Corruption Report, the program offloads the government’s burden onto companies and adds to the challenges they face.

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Client Alert February 22, 2023

Lessons from LBRY: Standing Up to Regulatory Oversight

  • The global crypto industry may have celebrated prematurely at a reported win by LBRY amici against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • In fact, enforcement threats are at an all-time high, and the SEC and other regulators are emboldened.
  • Only by matching the regulator’s aggressiveness with equally aggressive strategies can industry players see success.

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Accolades February 16, 2023

Chambers Global 2023 Recognizes Kobre & Kim and Multiple Global Lawyers

In recognition of our strong cross-border capabilities and deep bench of talent, Chambers & Partners listed Kobre & Kim and several lawyers around the world in their latest Global Guide rankings.

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