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Defending Against Asset Forfeiture

Given the DOJ's aggressive use of asset forfeitures, including higher-value forfeitures, counsel should be prepared to seek <i>Monsanto</i> hearings.

8 minute read February 27, 2013 at 09:20 AM
By
Jonathan B. New And Christy Nixon
Defending Against Asset Forfeiture

Asset forfeiture has become a powerful weapon in the Department of Justice's (DOJ's) anti-fraud and financial crime arsenal, adding to the challenges faced by counsel representing individuals and companies in the cross-hairs of a government investigation.

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