At Verrill, our team of white-collar defense and government enforcement lawyers comprises former federal and state prosecutors and experienced antitrust and compliance advisors. We bring a valuable perspective that can only be gained from being on the other side and spending decades in the courtroom.

        While we pride ourselves in being savvy and creative in solving client problems and recognize that the greatest victories come from avoiding charges altogether, as veteran trial lawyers, we are ready to mount an aggressive defense where successful resolution can be achieved only in the courtroom. We represent executives, individuals, and companies in all aspects of federal and state criminal, civil, and regulatory proceedings, including grand jury investigations, government enforcement actions, and licensing proceedings. Much of our work also includes internal investigations. We defend nationwide against investigations by the Department of Justice, United States Attorney’s Offices, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), state Attorney Generals, and other regulatory entities.

        Where corporate wrongdoing has been alleged, either from the inside or the outside, we aim to protect the company with minimal business disruption. We draw from colleagues in the firm with breadth and depth of knowledge in areas such as privacy and cybersecurity, tax law, securities law, immigration, health care, environmental law, labor and employment, and business law.

        While our experience spans a broad range of industries, we have a particular focus on the healthcare industry. This includes financial billing/audits by Medicare contractors or the OIG, federal criminal proceedings under the federal False Claims Act or federal anti-kickback laws, and other matters involving criminal liability or civil money penalties.

        White Collar Defense & Government Enforcement Services

        People
        
 Michael K. Fee
        (617) 292 2866
        
 Jeffrey L. Heidt
        (617) 309 2605
        
 Jay McCormack
        (617) 357 3776
        
 Annabel Rodriguez
        (617) 357 3747
        
 Paul W. Shaw
        (617) 292 2860
        
 John W. Van Lonkhuyzen
        (207) 253 4624
        
 Rachel M. Wertheimer
        (207) 253 4620
        
 Calvin K. Woo
        (203) 222 3101
        Events
        When: April 8, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm ET
        Location: Webinar
        People: Michael K. Fee
        When: February 26-27, 2026
        Location: Virtual
        People: Michael K. Fee
        When: October 22, 2025 at 2:10pm
        Location: Webcast
        People: Michael K. Fee
        When: March 24, 2025 at 8:00am – 9:00am (EDT)
        Location: Teams or in-person
        People: Michael K. Fee
        When: March 4, 2025 at 8:00am – 9:00am (EDT)
        Location: Zoom
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        Firm Highlights

        Published Works

        Four Verrill Attorneys Co-Author Massachusetts Trends and Developments Chapter for Chambers and Partners Child Relocation 2026 Guide

        Verrill attorneys Mary H. Schmidt, Rachel A. Deering, Hannah R. Zukoff, and Mariah G. Tappan co-authored the “Trends and Developments” chapter...
        Blog

        A New Protected Class in Maine: Holders of Final Protection Orders

        In the lead-up to Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, employers may be taking a closer look at how their policies and practices respond to...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        Verrill Secures SJC Victory for Boston Legacy FC in White Stadium Litigation

        Verrill has secured a significant appellate victory for Boston Legacy FC in the litigation challenging the redevelopment of White Stadium in...
        Blog

        Hurry Up and Wait

        This is the third in a series of Verrill blog posts on Maine’s packaging extended producer responsibility (“EPR”) law[1]. In July we reported...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Discusses First Brands Chapter 11 Case in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach was recently quoted in a Law360 article examining the rejection of First Brands Group's Chapter 11 plan and the...
        Media Mentions

        Cybersecurity and AI Governance: Scott Anderson Featured in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

        Verrill Managing Partner Scott Anderson was recently featured in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly discussing how law firms can build attorney buy-in for...
        Blog

        Section 530A Account Update: ERISA Status of Trump Accounts

        The Department of Labor has issued important guidance addressing whether employer programs that permit contributions to Section 530A accounts (and...
        Press Releases

        97 Verrill Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers® 2027, Including Four Named Lawyers of the Year

        AUGUSTA, Maine, BANGOR, Maine, BOSTON, Mass., PORTLAND, Maine, and WESTPORT, Conn., (August 20, 2026) – Verrill is proud to announce that 97...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        SEC’s Proposed “Reg Crypto”: What Founders Need to Know

        Startup founders and emerging-growth companies have a number of options for raising capital under the federal securities laws, including Regulation D...
        Blog

        After 45 Years, the IRS Speaks on DCAP Nondiscrimination Testing – And It’s Good News

        Employers that provide a Dependent Care Assistance Program will be pleased to learn that for the first time in 45 years, the IRS has issued guidance...
        Media Mentions

        U.S. Courts Highlights Annabel Rodriguez’s Journey from Fellow to Mentor

        Verrill attorney Annabel Rodriguez was featured in a recent U.S. Courts article titled “From Fellows to Mentors: Alumni Share Lasting Lessons from...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Discusses Bankruptcy Auction Strategy in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach spoke with Law360 article examining the complex bankruptcy auction process that resulted in the sale of 23 summer...