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Publications | July 29, 2020

DOJ 'Taint Teams' Pose Privilege Risks For Defendants

Law360

Authors

James Brochin, Patrick F. Linehan

Overview

Jim Brochin and Pat Linehan co-authored an article titled "DOJ 'Taint Teams' Pose Privilege Risks For Defendants" for Law360. The article, published July 29, explores the US Department of Justice’s approach to taint teams, courts' evolving views of them, and practical tips for lawyers facing cases involving a taint team review.

Professionals

James Brochin
James Brochin
Over the course of his career, Jim Brochin has specialized in the hard case, the case which involves difficult legal or factual issues – or often both. Jim focuses his practice on white-collar defense...

Partner

White-Collar Defense, Independent & Internal Investigations, Securities Enforcement, Commercial Trials & Litigation

Patrick F. Linehan
Patrick Linehan's diverse practice focuses on representing corporate and individual clients in internal investigations, criminal investigations/trials and civil litigation. He has handled numerous...

Partner

White-Collar Defense, Cartels & Conspiracies, Independent & Internal Investigations, Securities Enforcement

Practices

White-Collar Defense

Independent & Internal Investigations

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