Corporate Compliance, Investigations & Criminal Defense

Archer’s Corporate Compliance, Investigations & Criminal Defense Group represents corporations, board of directors, public institutions, government entities, senior-level executives, and other high-profile individuals in complex criminal matters, civil fraud actions, government investigations, and internal reviews. We guide clients through every stage of the enforcement process, from initial inquiry to litigation or resolution, with strategic, discreet, and forward-looking counsel.

Our team includes former senior prosecutors and trial lawyers with decades of experience handling sensitive, high-stakes matters. Our attorneys regularly conduct internal investigations, assess compliance frameworks, and advise on voluntary disclosures and crisis management. We also act as independent counsel to public agencies and boards, providing fact-finding and risk mitigation in politically or publicly sensitive matters.

In government-facing matters, prosecutorial insight is critical. Many of our lawyers have led major investigations at the state and local level, giving them a unique understanding of enforcement priorities and how to anticipate and defuse potential exposure. We craft strategies designed not only to defend, but often to prevent, criminal charges or civil enforcement.

When reputational risk is at stake, we respond with urgency and discretion. We understand that preserving client credibility with shareholders, regulators, and the public can be just as important as achieving a favorable legal outcome. While our goal is always to resolve issues efficiently, we are seasoned litigators who are fully prepared to go to trial when necessary to protect our clients’ interests.

Our practice includes representation before federal, state, and local investigative and enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Department of Justice, state attorneys general, inspector general offices, grand juries, and regulatory authorities. Our broad experience, deep trial bench, and investigative strength make us a go-to team for clients navigating the intersection of criminal law, compliance, and civil liability.

Areas of Focus

• Criminal Defense & White-Collar Representation
• Internal Investigations & Crisis Response
• Regulatory & Government Enforcement Matters
• Public Sector Investigations & Oversight
• Civil Litigation with Criminal or Regulatory Exposure
• Strategic Counsel & Risk Mitigation
• Trial & Appellate Advocacy

Our multidisciplinary approach, combined with deep experience in both litigation and investigative strategy, positions the group to effectively manage matters where legal complexity and reputational sensitivity intersect. Clients rely on our judgment, discretion, and ability to navigate challenging enforcement environments with clarity and confidence. Whether responding to an internal issue or defending against a government action, we are committed to delivering practical, effective solutions that align with our clients’ strategic objectives.