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Andrew Goudsward

Andrew Goudsward

Andrew Goudsward is a reporter based in Washington covering the Justice Department and regulatory affairs. Contact him at [email protected] and follow him on Twitter @agoudsward.

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February 10, 2022 | National Law Journal

Former Mafia, White-Collar Prosecutor Tapped for Senior DOJ Antitrust Role

Carol Sipperly, who prosecuted notorious mob boss John Gotti and high-profile white-collar cases, will oversee civil and criminal antitrust litigation.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read

February 09, 2022 | Law.com

Compliance Hot Spots: Catching Up with Davis Polk White-Collar Leaders + Ex-Goldman Banker Finally Heads to Trial + Who's Representing Crypto Couple Accused of Money Laundering?

The co-heads of Davis Polk's white-collar practice, Greg Andres and Martine Beamon, spoke with Compliance Hot Spots about managing the pandemic and enforcement agencies looking for major corporate cases.

By Andrew Goudsward

11 minute read

February 09, 2022 | National Law Journal

Cahill, Gordon & Reindel Represents Couple Accused of Laundering Billions in Stolen Bitcoin

The defense team includes a former Manhattan federal prosecutor with experience in cryptocurrency cases.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read

February 04, 2022 | National Law Journal

'Outrageous and Inappropriate': Bannon's Defense Team Attacks DOJ's Decision to Subpoena Lawyer in Contempt Case

The Justice Department also asked a judge to preclude Bannon's lawyers from arguing at trial that he relied on the advice of counsel in defying a subpoena from the Jan. 6 House select committee.

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5 minute read

February 03, 2022 | National Law Journal

Pointing to Big Law Competition, DOJ Pushed to Embrace Remote Work to Keep AUSAs

A group representing federal prosecutors says the Justice Department will struggle to recruit and retain top talent if it doesn't continue to accommodate remote work after the pandemic.

By Andrew Goudsward

6 minute read

February 02, 2022 | Law.com

Compliance Hot Spots: Why No One's Worried about FCPA Enforcement Dip + DOJ Takes Aim at Unfavorable Antitrust Rulings + Near-Record False Claims Recoveries

FCPA enforcement fell to its lowest level since 2015 last year, but practitioners expect it's only a blip before activity ramps up again.

By Andrew Goudsward

11 minute read

February 02, 2022 | National Law Journal

Key Witness in First Trump Impeachment Files Lawsuit Alleging Intimidation Campaign

In a complaint filed in D.C. District Court, retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman accused one of former President Donald Trump's sons and his allies of mounting a concerted campaign to intimidate and retaliate against him for cooperating with the impeachment probe.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read

January 31, 2022 | National Law Journal

Michelle Childs Confirmation Hearing Postponed Over Worries It May Devolve Into 'Mini' SCOTUS Hearing

The White House publicly confirmed that Childs, who was previously nominated to the D.C. Circuit, is under consideration for the Supreme Court.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read

January 31, 2022 | National Law Journal

DOJ Criticizes Apple, Facebook Rulings That Could Undercut Its Antitrust Strategy

The Justice Department's antitrust division backed appeals in both cases, accusing lower courts of taking a narrow view of the country's landmark anti-monopoly law.

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5 minute read

January 28, 2022 | National Law Journal

Jan. 6 Defendant Will Argue Trump Gave Permission for Capitol Riot

The man plans to employ a public authority defense, claiming that former President Donald Trump assured him his actions at the capitol were legal.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read