When Whistleblower Allegations Turn into Litigation, We’re the Firm You Want in the Room
The federal government has intensified its pursuit of corporate misconduct — and whistleblowers are leading the charge. With the DOJ’s expanded Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program (CWAPP) and the SEC’s enforcement of Rule 21F-17(a), employees now have greater incentives — and protection — to report potential violations directly to regulators.
That shift means companies face a higher risk of investigations, subpoenas, and litigation. Lieb at Law, P.C. represents both employers and employees in these high-stakes matters, from the first internal report through trial.
We represent both companies and individuals. Whether you need a rapid response plan for a subpoena or you’ve been retaliated against for protected reporting, our trial team moves quickly to protect your rights and business interests.
Whistleblower Defense & Corporate Investigations
We defend companies, executives, and professionals in DOJ/SEC whistleblower inquiries and internal reviews — preserving privilege, controlling narrative, and mitigating exposure.
Government & Regulatory Defense
- Defend entities and individuals in DOJ or SEC whistleblower investigations
- Manage responses to subpoenas, CIDs, and enforcement actions
- Coordinate interviews, proffers, and presentations to regulators
Strategic Internal Response
- Design and execute privileged internal investigations
- Develop defense strategy where claims overlap with discrimination, fraud, or retaliation
- Remediate policies to comply with Rule 21F-17(a) and protect whistleblower channels
Whistleblower & Retaliation Litigation
We represent both plaintiffs and defendants — from initial TROs through dispositive motions and trial.
Statutory Frameworks
- New York Labor Law §§ 740 & 741
- False Claims Act (qui tam and retaliation)
- Dodd-Frank & Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower provisions
Retaliation & Employment Claims
- Retaliatory termination, demotion, or harassment
- Post-employment disputes tied to protected reporting
- Front pay/back pay, emotional distress, and fees
Financial & Corporate Misconduct
- Securities violations & accounting fraud
- Misuse of corporate funds & self-dealing
- Books-and-records, audit irregularities, and disclosure issues
Why Clients Choose Lieb at Law
Our trial attorneys thrive in complex, high-pressure litigation. We understand how whistleblower allegations intersect with employment law, discrimination claims, and corporate disputes — and we know how to fight them in court.
- Seasoned litigators in state & federal courts
- Defense of companies and executives — and representation of employees
- Rapid response teams for subpoenas and CIDs
- Clear, executive-ready communication and strategy memos