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Ahoy There Sheppard Mullin Clients!
For centuries, brave souls have ventured across the seas in search of knowledge, adventure, and, perhaps most importantly, treasure. These seafarers faced a maze of life-threatening hazards – from inconsistent weather to uncharted islands to pirates – often navigating with little more than the stars.
Today, national and international corporations must navigate no less complex a maze of business- threatening hazards, in the form of governmental statutes, rules, and regulations. The United States is one of the most highly regulated business environments in the world. One might say – if one weren’t above pushing the metaphor – the U.S. Government creates an ocean of regulatory perils that change as frequently as the tides.
But today’s companies have an advantage over their adventurous forebearers – experienced legal counsel. For decades, Sheppard Mullin’s Regulated Industries Team, made up of veteran counselors and litigators specializing in government contracts, investigations, international trade, financial services, and fraud defense – has helped clients sailing into “regulated waters” arrive at their destination with their corporate ship intact.
The Sheppard Mullin team has extensive experience guiding clients through the very hazards you will encounter on your journey. We have particularly deep experience in the following industries:
• Government Procurement • Healthcare
• Financial Services
• Higher Education
• Manufacturing
• Aerospace & Defense
• Commercial Items & Retail • Information Technology
• Satellite Communications
And when your ship comes too close to the shoals – whether in actuality or in the perception of the Government – the Sheppard Mullin team can help bring you back into the safety of the channel. We have extensive experience defending companies against all manner of governmental enforcement actions, including:
• Audits and Investigations • Suspension/Debarment • Congressional Inquiries • False Claims Act litigation Proceedings • Criminal Prosecutions
We handle these matters day in and day out. And since our attorneys include former federal prosecutors, executive agency attorneys, congressional counsel, GAO hearing officers, federal monitors, and independent counsel, we know how Government authorities think.
If your company operates in a regulated industry, give us a call. We would be happy to share our experiences with you. Until then, happy sailing.
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