At Hellmuth & Johnson, our White Collar Defense group provides sophisticated, strategic legal guidance to individuals, executives, and businesses facing sensitive regulatory or enforcement scrutiny. We understand that when government agencies or oversight bodies initiate inquiries, the risks to reputation, operations, and personal livelihood demand an experienced, steady hand.

Our Services
We assist clients at every stage of potential or active inquiry, offering services that include:

• Government & Regulatory Inquiries: Representation and response planning in investigations by federal, state, or administrative agencies
• Internal & Independent Investigations: Conducting internal fact-gathering, interviewing, document review, forensics, and root cause analysis
• Enforcement Defense & Negotiations: Advocacy in formal enforcement proceedings, settlement discussions, deferred resolution options, and mitigation strategies
• Appeals & Post-Resolution Oversight: Pursuing review or relief where warranted, and advising on compliance obligations or monitoring
• Compliance & Risk Advisory: Proactive auditing, program design, training, and preventive strategies to reduce exposure and strengthen internal controls
• Litigation: Representation relating to court action, whether needed in responding a subpoena, representing a testifying witness, or responding to claims related to regulatory issues

Our Approach

From the first conversation, we strive to understand the full context, pressures, and objectives that underlie each inquiry, balancing legal risk, business realities, and reputational impact. We then craft a plan that is tactical, data-informed, and adaptive.

Because Hellmuth & Johnson is a full-service firm, our team can draw on deep knowledge in corporate, litigation, and transactional law to complement and integrate defense strategies. That synergy often enables us to anticipate collateral issues, such as contract implications, financial exposure, or strategic disclosures, before they escalate.

We are committed to clear communication, responsiveness, and unwavering advocacy. In matters of high stakes and high scrutiny, our goal is to secure the best possible outcome while preserving integrity, confidentiality, and confidence for our clients.

Why Choose H&J for White Collar Defense

• Integrated Depth of Resources: Clients benefit from the firm’s broad bench across litigation, corporate and regulatory practices.
• Strategic Posture: Our attorneys stay ahead of enforcement trends and leverage proactive, creative approaches.
• Balanced Advocacy: We pair tenacious representation in enforcement proceedings with prudent, risk-aware planning before disputes arise.
• Trustworthy Partnership: Many clients call on us in crisis – our record, discretion, and professionalism are foundational.

In high-stakes regulatory or oversight matters, Hellmuth & Johnson is the partner you want at your side.