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In a strategic move to bolster its litigation and investigations prowess, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner (BCLP) has appointed Emmet Ong, a former Assistant US Attorney, as a partner in their financial services disputes and investigations practice based in San Francisco. This announcement was made by the firm on Thursday (BCLP News).
Ong transitions to BCLP from the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California, where he notably served in the Civil Division. During his tenure as an Assistant US Attorney, Ong led nearly 100 civil actions and investigations as lead counsel for the United States and its agencies. His notable work includes oversight of a range of high-profile investigations into health care, procurement, and fraud related to Covid-19 relief under the False Claims Act.
This appointment underscores BCLP’s commitment to deepening its expertise in complex disputes and regulatory investigations, particularly in the financial services sector. Ong’s extensive experience and proven track record in handling significant fraud and regulatory cases are expected to significantly enhance the firm’s capabilities in these critical areas.
For further details, the full announcement can be accessed through Bloomberg Law.
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