Hinshaw & Culbertson has announced a significant addition to its government practice group in Chicago with the appointment of Anshuman Vaidya as a partner. Vaidya joins the firm after an impressive tenure at the U.S. Treasury Department, where he held key positions as area counsel for criminal tax and as deputy managing counsel of the Office of IRS Chief Counsel.
In his new role, Vaidya will be responsible for representing clients in a wide range of government-related matters, including investigations, regulatory compliance, enforcement proceedings, litigation, and appeals. His expertise will primarily focus on issues concerning white-collar crime, consumer protection, and tax evasion claims.
The move is part of Hinshaw’s strategic initiative to bolster its government practice capabilities, reflecting growing demand from corporate clients for robust legal guidance in navigating complex regulatory landscapes. For further details on Vaidya’s background and his new role, the firm’s announcement can be accessed here.
Hinshaw & Culbertson is optimistic that Vaidya’s deep experience with the IRS and his insight into governmental operations will significantly enhance the firm’s ability to serve its corporate clientele effectively. Vaidya’s recruitment underscores the legal industry’s ongoing trend of integrating former government officials into private practice, a move that often provides firms with strategic advantages in handling regulatory and compliance issues.
For more coverage on this development, refer to the Bloomberg Law article.