If you are approached by law enforcement or a government agency, it is critical to protect your rights. We can help safeguard those rights and develop a strategy tailored to your situation.
Our experienced attorneys will guide you in responding to specific government agencies or law enforcement entities.
Would you know how to handle a search warrant presented to an employee of your business by a law enforcement officer? You are going to need legal counsel in such an event to ensure that your rights are protected.
For health care providers, with the increased scrutiny of Medicaid and Medicare providers at federal, state, and local levels – as well as private insurers- being prepared for audit, investigations, and potential criminal charges is more important than ever.
Our Governmental Investigations Unit was created to defend against the challenges posed by governmental investigations and enforcement actions.
Why Choose Us?
Based in Albany, with close proximity to New York State and federal government offices, we provide rapid, strategic responses to governmental actions of all kinds. Our team has represented many clients in such cases and is committed to protecting you and your business.
Our experienced team of governmental investigations attorneys are well-versed in navigating the complexities of regulatory compliance and can provide invaluable guidance throughout the process. Whether facing inquiries from federal and state law enforcement agencies or state regulators, we are committed to advocating for your interests and ensuring that your legal rights are protected throughout the entire investigative process. Our team of experienced governmental investigations attorneys not only navigates complex legal frameworks but also works diligently to minimize potential repercussions and minimize the risks to your reputation.
Our Services
The Governmental Investigations Unit at O’Connell & Aronowitz represents individuals and businesses facing:
- Federal, state, or local government investigations
- Law enforcement actions
Key Focus Areas
- Handling search warrants presented by law enforcement
- Offering legal counsel when immediate action is needed
- Assistance in responding to subpoenas and record requests
Areas of Practice
We have successfully represented clients before numerous federal and state agencies in the following types of cases:
- Administrative Hearings
- Article 78 Proceedings
- Criminal Defense
- False Claims Act cases brought by the federal and state governments as well as Qui Tam Whistleblower Cases
- Grand Jury Investigations
- Health Care Fraud & Abuse
- Medicaid Audits
- Medicaid Fraud & Control Unit Criminal Investigations
- Medicare Investigations
- Office of the Medicaid Inspector General (OMIG) record requests
- Private Insurance Audits & Investigations
- RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations)
- Search & Seizure
- Tax Crimes
Appearances Before Governmental Agencies
Our attorneys have experience appearing before a wide range of federal, state and local agencies, including:
Federal Agencies:
- U.S. Attorney’s Offices (Northern, Western, Southern Districts of New York)
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (HHS OIG)
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
New York State Agencies:
- Office of the Medicaid Inspector General (OMIG)
- Office of the Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU)
- Department of Health (DOH)
- Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS)
- Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC)
- Office of the Inspector General (IG)
- Office of the Welfare Inspector General (WIG)
- Office of Mental Health (OMH)
- Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF)
- Department of Labor (DOL)
- The Executive Chamber
- Department of Social Services (DSS)
- Department of Transportation (DOT
- Department of Agriculture and Markets (AM)
- Department of Financial Services (DFS)
- Office of the State Comptroller (OSC)
- Department of Education (DOE)
- Public Service Commission (PSC)
- Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
- Office of Persons With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)
- Commission on Quality of Care and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities
- Governor’s Office of Regulatory Reform (GORR)
- Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
- Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)
- Justice Center (JC)
- The Wadsworth Center
County Agencies:
- District Attorney’s Offices in New York, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties
Jurisdictions of Practice
Our team members are admitted to practice in the following jurisdictions:
Federal Courts:
- United States District Court for the Northern District of New York
- United States District Court for the Western District of New York
- United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
State Courts:
- All New York State and local courts
Contact Us
For more information on the Governmental Investigations Unit at O’Connell and Aronowitz, please contact David R. Ross at 518-312-0167 or dross@oalaw.com.
We are here to protect your rights and support you through all phases of governmental investigations.
