Congressional Investigations Lawyer

Price Benowitz LLP provides sound legal representation before House and Senate committees, helping the subject of investigation protect his or her rights, livelihood and professional reputation. Receiving a legislative subpoena can be a frightening and intimidating experience, but seeking the help of an experienced legal professional can give you the peace of mind that comes from knowing you are protected. Congressional proceedings are unlike judicial proceedings. While a congressional investigation is not a criminal trial, the ramifications can include governmental sanctions, criminal charges, and the destruction of a business's reputation and investor relations. To handle the unique challenges of such a proceeding, seek representation from a qualified congressional investigations lawyer.

Experienced Skilled Congressional Investigations Attorney

Washington DC attorney David Benowitz is an esteemed litigator with experience representing clients before legislative committees and subcommittees on Capitol Hill. As a congressional investigations attorney, he understands that these proceedings must be handled delicately, with a perceptive awareness of possible exposure in highly publicized investigations. Even a simple request for information could uncover sensitive personal and confidential documents. High-profile investigations could jeopardize an individual's reputation or a corporation's investor relations. David Benowitz can help protect the subject of the investigation while ensuring that all requests for information are handled efficiently and within the scope of the law.

Assertive Congressional Investigations Lawyers

Congressional Investigations may be discreetly resolved or may be prolonged ordeals that capture media headlines for weeks on end. High profile investigations involve the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform's investigations of pharmaceutical companies and steroid use in professional sports, the Senate Armed Services Committee's investigations of overseas contractors, and the House Energy and Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations' fraud investigations. Our Congressional Investigations Lawyers represent individuals, companies, and organizations that have been confronted with a subpoena or request for information from legislative committees including:

• Senate Armed Services Committee
• Senate Finance Committee
• Senate Ethics Committee
• Senate Judiciary Committee
• Senate Special Committee on Aging
• Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations
• House Energy and Commerce Committee
• House Ethics Committee
• House Financial Services Committee
• House Foreign Affairs Committee
• House Judiciary Committee
• House Oversight and Government Reform Committee

It is unwise to attempt to proceed without legal representation. It is also unwise to ignore congressional requests and risk contempt. Retain skilled legal counsel to protect your personal and professional rights.

Skilled Congressional Investigations Attorneys

An investigation by a House or Senate committee or subcommittee is a complex legal proceeding that differs greatly from traditional judicial proceedings. Congressional Investigations Attorneys can help you navigate this process to avoid corporate and political pitfalls. We can ensure compliance while protecting your rights, helping you avoid complicating matters through perjury or contempt. If you are concurrently undergoing congressional investigation, criminal proceedings, and civil litigation, we can help you balance your legal processes.

Contact David Benowitz Today

A congressional investigation, whether through a request for information or through a subpoena to appear at a congressional hearing, is a serious event requiring skilled legal representation. Call (202) 600-9900 for a consultation with an attorney qualified to represent you on Capitol Hill.

For more information on Congressional Investigations or hearings and how to prepare for them, you can read about it on Wikipedia.