Covington & Burling LLP White Collar Defense Achievements

This article is a report detailing the accomplishments of Covington & Burling LLP's white collar defense and investigations practice, which has been recognized as one of the leading groups in the field for 2025. The firm played a significant role in resolving major cases, including a substantial emissions fraud case for Hino Motors Ltd., a subsidiary of Toyota, which resulted in a $1.6 billion resolution. The report outlines how Covington secured a deferred prosecution agreement for Kimberly-Clark Corp. related to allegations of selling adulterated surgical gowns and helped Stanley Black & Decker navigate investigations regarding the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. The article emphasizes the firm's strategic approach, which involves strong collaboration among its regulatory, civil litigation, and white collar teams, leading to favorable outcomes for their clients. The report also highlights key personnel additions to the firm, enhancing its capabilities in white collar defense.