- McGlinchey team successfully defends ex-Overstock CEO in securities class action
McGlinchey attorneys Bob Driscoll and Alfred Carry (Washington, DC) obtained another dismissal in favor of client Patrick Byrne, founder and former CEO of Overstock in a putative class action alleging securities fraud, market manipulation, and other secondary claims.
- Representation of Lenders/Originators in Series of Mass Actions with RICO and Mortgage Fraud Claims
Represented multiple lenders/originators in series of mass actions involving almost 150 plaintiffs with RICO and mortgage fraud claims.
- Deep Knowledge of Government Enforcement Practices Was Crucial in Defending University Accused of Discriminating in Admissions
Where we started: An elite university was rumored to be discriminating against certain students based on race, by holding them to higher college admissions standards than applicants of other races. The university found itself the subject of a private Title VI discrimination lawsuit and a potential separate federal government probe. Federal law permits the U.S.More
- Conducted internal investigation into possible executive financial reporting issues on behalf of publicly traded real estate sales company.
Conducted internal investigation into possible executive financial reporting issues on behalf of publicly traded real estate sales company. Interviewed witnesses and prepared report identifying compliance issues and recommending discipline, but without findings of significant misconduct.
- Conducted investigation into allegations of financial improprieties, unpaid payroll taxes, and financial fraud on behalf of publicly traded health care staffing company faced with sudden resignation of CEO under suspicious circumstances.
Conducted investigation into allegations of financial improprieties, unpaid payroll taxes, and financial fraud on behalf of publicly traded health care staffing company faced with sudden resignation of CEO under suspicious circumstances. Interviewed more than a dozen witnesses, reported to company’s board, and met with DOJ and other federal law enforcement agencies to refer significant evidenceMore
- Drafted detailed 75-page report authorizing suit to recover more than $7 million in damages from president of private real estate company on behalf of special committee of company’s board of directors.
Drafted a detailed 75-page report authorizing suit to recover more than $7 million in damages from the president of a private real estate company on behalf of a special committee of the company’s board of directors. Investigated a shareholder complaint of excessive compensation of management, self-dealing, and breach of fiduciary duty.
- Engaged by several companies under CFPB investigation to review the work of other law firms representing those companies and to offer second opinions on those firms’ strategies and advice.
Engaged by several companies under CFPB investigation to review the work of other law firms representing those companies and to offer second opinions on those firms’ strategies and advice.
- Investigated claims of executive mismanagement and fraud on behalf of audit committee of a publicly traded technology company.
Interviewed more than 20 witnesses, reported to audit committee chair, and assisted with referral of matter to SEC and DOJ, meeting with both agencies on behalf of the company. Several executives, who were terminated based upon the findings of the investigation, were convicted or pled guilty to federal crimes and served significant jail time.
- Negotiated nationwide $12 million settlement agreement with DOJ and DEA
Negotiated nationwide $12 million settlement agreement with DOJ and DEA, following initial nine-figure demand, on behalf of national chain pharmacy following a multi-year investigation by DOJ and DEA. The investigation included record-keeping issues related to Schedule 2 narcotics.
- Numerous representations in “political scandal” investigations.
For the past 15 years, Bob Driscoll has had a hand in almost every major “political” investigation in Washington, DC, including: “Memogate” (2004–2005, represented staffer accused of computer hacking of politically sensitive memos in Special Counsel investigation – no charges); the Abramoff lobbying scandal (represented foreign national client of Abramoff – no charges); the “U.S.More
- Prepared and represented witnesses at CFPB investigative hearing (one of the few that has been conducted by the agency) as counsel for indirect auto lender in CFPB investigation covering a range of fair lending/compliance issues.
Prepared and represented witnesses at CFPB investigative hearing (one of the few that has been conducted by the agency) as counsel for indirect auto lender in CFPB investigation covering a range of fair lending/compliance issues.
- Red Sparrow or Red Herring?
Where we started: When Russian graduate student and gun rights activist Maria Butina found herself contacted by the United States Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and was later charged with conspiracy and acting as a foreign agent, she turned to McGlinchey’s Government and Internal Investigations team for representation. Our strategy – plus more: Maria’s caseMore
- Represented a lender in a nationwide DOJ Civil Rights investigation of its Servicemembers Civil Relief Act compliance.
Represented a lender in a nationwide DOJ Civil Rights investigation of its Servicemembers Civil Relief Act compliance. Negotiated a settlement millions of dollars below the DOJ’s initial demand. Managed two-year investigation, production and analysis of documents, and legal analysis of DOJ claims. Handled all negotiations with DOJ Civil Rights Division, including in-person meetings and negotiationMore
- Represented a national subprime lender in a lengthy CFPB and DOJ fair lending joint investigation under the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, and obtained a no-action letter.
Represented a national subprime lender in a lengthy CFPB and DOJ fair lending joint investigation under the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, and obtained a no-action letter.
- Represented indirect auto lender responding to CFPB preliminary findings of disparate impact based on age and race.
Represented indirect auto lender responding to CFPB preliminary findings of disparate impact based on age and race.
- Represented auto lenders responding to subpoenas from federal and state grand juries, as well as federal and state administrative agencies, including DOJ, CFPB, and DHS.
Represented auto lenders responding to subpoenas from federal and state grand juries, as well as federal and state administrative agencies, including DOJ, CFPB, and DHS.
- Represented a major national auto lender in a broad-ranging CFPB investigation
Represented a major national auto lender in a broad-ranging CFPB investigation, which was one of the first of the waves of CFPB investigations into various market segments beginning in early 2011. Obtained a no-action letter from the CFPB. The client was the only company in that market segment that received a no-action letter.
- Represented a national auto lender in a wide-ranging CFPB investigation into all aspects of the company’s business practices and compliance management.
The investigation included multiple Civil Investigative Demands issued to the company and a lending subsidiary, and two investigative hearings, some of the few the agency has conducted. Negotiated a consent decree on behalf of the lender after multiple conferences and meetings with the CFPB.
- Represented a startup credit assistance company in an FTC investigation of the company’s FCRA policies and procedures.
- Represented financial institutions in internal compliance reviews.
Represented publicly-traded banks in internal compliance reviews and remediation calculation efforts. Led team of lawyers and consultants.
- Represented Governor of North Carolina in DOJ litigation.
Represented Governor of North Carolina in federal lawsuit brought by DOJ challenging constitutionality of state statute.
- Representing individuals in Russia/2016 election probe.
Currently representing individuals in investigations by House and Senate Intelligence Committees and Special Counsel’s Office related to alleged interference in 2016 election.
- Representing Private University in DOJ civil rights review.
Currently representing major private research university in DOJ investigation in alleged discrimination.
- Thorough Internal Preparation and Counsel Result in No Enforcement Action on CFPB Civil Investigative Demand
Where we started: McGlinchey’s Consumer Financial Services Compliance team serves as outside counsel to a national sub-prime auto lender who received a civil investigative demand from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding collections practices. Our Strategy – plus more: Our Government and Internal Investigations team worked closely with the Consumer Financial Services Compliance groupMore
- With Little to Go On, Team Shepherds Small Clinic through HHS Employment Investigation
Where we started: When a New Orleans public health clinic received an inquiry notice from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Office of the Inspector General, they turned to McGlinchey, their trusted employment counsel, who brought in our Government and Internal Investigations team. Our Strategy – plus more: With no indication asMore
