Brian Wilmot advises companies and individuals in all aspects of US and global investigations and government-facing enforcement matters, in particular multi-jurisdiction matters and those involving fraud and corruption.
Brian has a global practice, supporting clients operating in the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Africa across the technology, software, life sciences, mining, manufacturing, financial services, aviation and defense sectors. His matters frequently involve US enforcement authorities, including the Department of Justice (DOJ), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
His experience encompasses every step of the investigation and regulatory enforcement process, including responding to government inquiries and subpoenas, managing internal fact-finding and investigation steps, preparing witnesses for government testimony, positioning companies and individuals for resolution discussions with enforcement authorities, and advising companies on post-resolution obligations such as monitorships. His matters frequently involve close coordination with external experts and joint or local counsel. Brian also has experience representing individuals in both criminal prosecutions and civil enforcement actions.
Brian also counsels companies regarding the assessment and enhancement of their corporate compliance programs. Brian has supported multiple international companies through multi-year post-resolution monitorships.