Emboldened SEC Intensifies Challenges for Defense Attorneys Amid Parallel Investigations

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s enforcement division has adopted a notably more aggressive approach in recent years. This shift has been partly attributed to an influx of federal prosecutors joining the agency, as well as judicial decisions that increasingly permit parallel civil and criminal investigations. These developments have significant implications for defense attorneys, who face heightened challenges in navigating these dual fronts. For further details on the SEC’s evolving enforcement strategy and its impact on the defense bar, read the full article on Law360.