Franchesca Verendia has experience representing companies, financial institutions, and individuals facing regulatory and criminal investigations as well as related civil litigation. Franchesca has handled matters involving allegations of fraud, bribery, securities law violations, and other misconduct, including investigations by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), as well as internal investigations. She also advises clients on compliance and risk mitigation, drawing on experience conducting cross-border investigations and developing strategies for resolving sensitive matters.