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.
February 10, 2022 | National Law Journal
Former Mafia, White-Collar Prosecutor Tapped for Senior DOJ Antitrust RoleCarol 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 BitcoinThe 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 CaseThe 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.
By Andrew Goudsward
5 minute read
February 03, 2022 | National Law Journal
Pointing to Big Law Competition, DOJ Pushed to Embrace Remote Work to Keep AUSAsA 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 RecoveriesFCPA 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 CampaignIn 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 HearingThe 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 StrategyThe 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.
By Andrew Goudsward
5 minute read
January 28, 2022 | National Law Journal
Jan. 6 Defendant Will Argue Trump Gave Permission for Capitol RiotThe 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