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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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July 22, 2022 | National Law Journal

Ex-DOJ Official Jeffrey Clark Charged With Ethics Violations Over Georgia Election Letter

Clark, a former Justice Department official and Kirkland & Ellis partner, sought to send a letter to Georgia officials falsely claiming that the DOJ had serious concerns about election fraud in the 2020 election, according to the complaint.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read

July 20, 2022 | Law.com

Compliance Hot Spots: DOJ Searches for New Anti-Money Laundering Head + Uber Settles in DOJ Discrimination Suit + Clifford Chance Reps Stephen King in Antitrust Trial

The Justice Department is searching for a new chief of its money laundering and asset recovery section amid a heightened focus on illicit activity involving Russia.

By Andrew Goudsward

9 minute read

July 19, 2022 | National Law Journal

Prosecutor Accuses Steve Bannon of 'Thumbing His Nose' at Congress as Contempt Trial Begins

Steve Bannon is on trial, charged with two counts of contempt of Congress.

By Andrew Goudsward

4 minute read

July 18, 2022 | National Law Journal

After Judge Slashes Possible Defenses, Steve Bannon Heads to Trial on Contempt Charges

Jury selection began Monday in the contempt of Congress against former President Donald Trump adviser Steve Bannon. Here's a look at what to expect.

By Andrew Goudsward

5 minute read

July 13, 2022 | Law.com

Compliance Hot Spots: 'Nervousness' for Companies Over New Forced Labor Law + Lawyer Exodus from SEC + Akin Gump Reps Ex-Oath Keeper Before Jan. 6 Committee

A new U.S. law cracking down on forced labor in the Xinjiang region of China poses major compliance obstacles, according to attorneys focusing on supply chain issues and human rights.

By Andrew Goudsward

11 minute read

July 12, 2022 | National Law Journal

Baker & Hostetler Partner Confirmed to Lead ATF

Steven Dettelbach, who co-leads the firm's white-collar and investigations practice, will be the agency's first permanent head since 2015.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read

July 12, 2022 | National Law Journal

Akin Gump Lawyers on Representing an Ex-Oath Keeper, and the 'Jaw-Dropping' Revelations of the Jan. 6 Committee

"It's a good reminder of the ability of people to change, the ability of people to be a force for good and the ability of lawyers to help in that process," said Akin Gump partner Rafi Prober, who helped prepare Jason Van Tatenhove for his congressional testimony.

By Andrew Goudsward

10 minute read

July 08, 2022 | National Law Journal

Steve Bannon Defense Lawyer Seeks to Withdraw From Case on Eve of Trial

Robert Costello, a partner at the New York firm Davidoff, Hutcher & Citron, said he might be called as a witness on behalf of his client.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read

July 07, 2022 | National Law Journal

Kobre & Kim to Bill Russian Oligarch Roman Abramovich Up to $1,450 An Hour on Government Relations Work

Two veteran former federal prosecutors are set to advise Abramovich as DOJ seeks to seize two of his private planes.

By Andrew Goudsward

4 minute read

July 06, 2022 | National Law Journal

Pat Cipollone Advised by Hueston Hennigan's Mike Purpura for Jan. 6 Representation

Purpura himself was deputy counsel to President Donald Trump from January 2019 to December 2020 and part of the team which represented Trump in his first impeachment.

By Bruce Love | Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read