In 2024’s edition of “They’ve Got Next: The 40 Under 40”, Eric Sandberg-Zakian of Covington & Burling has received notable recognition for his work in the fields of white-collar crime, investigations, and crisis leadership. At the age of 39, Sandberg-Zakian has already established a prominent presence at Covington & Burling, operating out of the firm’s Washington, D.C. office as a partner.
One of Sandberg-Zakian’s most significant achievements this year involved defending Proterial Cable America in a DOJ prosecution case. The Department of Justice decided to drop the charges, attributing its declination to the client’s prompt voluntary disclosure, full and proactive cooperation, as well as timely and appropriate remediation measures. Sandberg-Zakian emphasized the toll that prolonged criminal investigations can have on companies and their personnel, highlighting that achieving declinations is crucial for allowing businesses and their employees to move forward.
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