Team

John Irving brings nearly three decades of experience in white collar criminal defense, government investigations, and high-stakes congressional and corporate inquiries. A former federal prosecutor and trusted advisor within the U.S. Department of Justice and the Environmental Protection Agency, John is known for his calm under pressure, strategic clarity, and unwavering discretion.

Jared André brings an appreciation for the impact of litigation on those involved and a desire to help translate complicated legal issues to his work.

David E. Carney brings more than two decades of experience representing individuals and companies in high-stakes government enforcement matters, internal investigations, complex civil litigation, and compliance program design. His practice is defined by strategic problem-solving, disciplined advocacy before regulators, and a pragmatic approach to mitigating risk while protecting business objectives.

Janet has represented clients in more than one hundred FINRA arbitrations. Her clients have included investors, brokers, financial advisors, and broker-dealers. She also represents individuals in the financial service industry before FINRA and the SEC. Janet is a licensed mediator and, as a consensus builder, she assists parties resolve what they often believe are intractable disputes. With Janet’s depth and range of experience, she has the skill to craft creative resolutions for her clients, whether in the role of advocate or mediator.

Ivan Knauer is a thorough litigator who combines an insider’s perspective from his years with the Securities and Exchange Commission and Financial industry Regulatory Authority with a comprehensive view of any matter.

Cory’s experience and training span the related areas of securities law and regulation, finance and investment, real estate, and financial accounting. He is very familiar with federal and state financial laws, initiating and submitting whistleblowing submissions, conducting government investigations and negotiations, and litigating on behalf of defendants and plaintiffs. He also has extensive experience in perfecting appeals and submissions for certiorari at federal and state levels. He has been on both sides of actions involving CEOs, CFOs, COOs, other C-suite officers, and other managers and employees.

Jonathan Haskin represents SECIL firm clients in addressing government investigations and high-stakes litigation, both civil and criminal. His practice reflects a foundation in federal litigation, regulatory work, and internal investigations, supported by experience in government, courts, and private practice settings.

When the government calls, clients want Adriaen to respond. He guides business leaders, companies, and regulated entities facing SEC or DOJ investigations, enforcement actions, or high-stakes litigation issues with clarity, urgency, and skill. Clients value his ability to employ empathy to demystify stressful situations.

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