Antitrust - Criminal
Leaders in Antitrust Criminal Defense
Southeast United States: GA • FL • SC • NC • AL • TN
Vaughan & Murphy is an established Atlanta, Georgia law firm respected nationwide and internationally for effective representation in federal criminal charges relating to violations of antitrust and related criminal laws. Our experienced and qualified antitrust litigation attorneys defend individuals and companies throughout the Southeast United States, including Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee.
Charles C. Murphy, Jr. has practiced law since 1973, including six years as a prosecutor at the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. Since 1980, he has been in private practice as a litigation attorney, specializing in antitrust criminal defense and handling civil litigation for both plaintiffs and defendants. Mr. Murphy is joined in antitrust litigation defense by Ellen Schlossberg, who has practiced in trade regulation law since 1990, and the firm's "of counsel," C. David Vaughan, who has thirty years' experience in the field of antitrust litigation.
Criminal Defense of Antitrust Charges
Vaughan & Murphy represents clients who are subjects or targets of investigations by the U.S. Department of Justice or FBI. Such clients may have been the subject of a search and seizure or a subpoena by a grand jury. Others may be formally charged with felony violations of the Sherman Act and related criminal laws.
We defend clients against criminal antitrust charges of price fixing, bid rigging and market allocation (among others). If found in violation of the criminal antitrust laws, corporations may be liable for damages up to $10 million and individuals may be fined up to $350,000 and sentenced to substantial prison terms. Vaughan & Murphy also defends against related white collar crimes in antitrust cases such as mail fraud,wire fraud, conspiracy to commit fraud against the government and making false statements. These ancillary Title 18 criminal charges often carry stiffer criminal penalties and are pursued vigorously by the government.
Favorable Results
The Georgia antitrust attorneys of Vaughan & Murphy have been successful in resolving matters favorable to clients. In cases in which the government has a solid case, we are proactive in helping clients minimize their exposure and broker the best possible outcome. When we are not able to negotiate a favorable resolution, we can offer a level of antitrust and criminal trial experience that is matched by only a few Atlanta lawyers. We have successfully maintained a professional working relationship with the staff of the Antitrust Division and, Mr. Murphy been asked to speak to incoming DOJ attorneys about antitrust defense practice issues.
Federal Leniency Policy
We assist individuals and companies in applying for leniency under the Leniency policy established by the Department of Justice in 1993. Those who come forward to disclose illegal activity before it is reported from another source may be granted immunity from prosecution or leniency if they fully comply with the policy requirements and assist in the Division's investigation. Vaughan & Murphy is highly knowledgeable regarding the nuances of the DOJ's Leniency program and has aided clients in obtaining amnesty through early cooperation.
Key Witness Representation
It is critical to contact an experienced antitrust litigation lawyer even if you are not the target of an antitrust investigation, but can provide testimony as a fact witness. Vaughan & Murphy will represent you at all stages, including negotiations for immunity, accompaniment to grand jury proceedings, and interviews with prosecutors.
For tough representation by antitrust attorneys with high credibility and respect in this specialized field, contact the Atlanta antitrust defense lawyers of Vaughan & Murphy to discuss your situation.
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