Administrative Law/Regulatory - Enforcement Counseling and Defense
Crowell & Moring attorneys routinely assist clients facing government investigations and counsel clients in connection with agency inspection and enforcement actions. If a whistleblower files charges or an agency threatens civil or criminal penalties, we are experienced in counseling and defending clients - from negotiations and internal investigations to litigation.
Our enforcement counseling and defense practice includes representation of businesses and individuals facing adverse action by federal and state regulatory agencies - for example, the CPSC, DOT, EPA, FAA, FDA, FERC, FTC, HCFA, NHTSA, OFCCP, OSHA, MSHA, and the SEC. We often are retained to prosecute appeals from agency decisions that impose penalties, disqualify contractors or revoke licenses. Our reputation and location in Washington DC gives us opportunities to reach top officials in federal agency headquarters, where final decisions are made to impose — or not impose — penalties or other sanctions.