Business Details
23 Years
experience
Award-Winning Whistleblower Lawyers in Boston
Founded in 2003, our firm has established itself as a national leader in whistleblower representation. Our team comprises seasoned former prosecutors with over 180 combined years of legal experience, including 64 years in government service. We specialize in navigating complex False Claims Act cases and other whistleblower programs, achieving record-breaking settlements while prioritizing client protection. With a proven track record of securing landmark recoveries, including $6.8+ billion in total settlements, we combine strategic litigation expertise with personalized client support.Our attorneys' unique government experience enables effective collaboration with federal agencies, ensuring clients receive comprehensive legal guidance throughout the process. Recognized by Super Lawyers and actively involved in anti-fraud advocacy, we maintain a steadfast commitment to combating fraud while safeguarding whistleblowers from retaliation.
Services
Health Care Fraud
Financial Fraud
Government Program Fraud
False Claims Act
Whistleblower Protections
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have 22 years of specialized experience in whistleblower litigation
- Our attorneys include former federal prosecutors with 64+ combined government years
- We've secured record-breaking False Claims Act settlements
- We provide personalized support throughout the whistleblower process
- We actively contribute to anti-fraud advocacy through The Anti-Fraud Coalition
What people say
Outstanding results
Passion for fighting fraud
Seasoned former prosecutors
Unwavering commitment to justice
Nation's leading whistleblower firm
Services
Health Care Fraud
We represent whistleblowers exposing fraud against government healthcare programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Our team handles complex cases involving billing fraud, kickbacks, and quality-of-care issues. With decades of experience, we help clients recover billions in taxpayer funds while ensuring legal protections.
Financial Fraud
Our attorneys handle financial fraud cases involving securities, tax violations, and banking industry misconduct. We utilize whistleblower programs to expose market manipulation and regulatory violations. Our government experience enables effective representation in complex financial crime cases.
False Claims Act
We specialize in False Claims Act cases where whistleblowers expose fraud against government contracts. Our team has secured landmark settlements, including the largest intervened FCA recovery in 2022. We guide clients through every stage of this complex legal process.
Whistleblower Protections
We defend whistleblowers facing retaliation for exposing fraud. Our attorneys use anti-retaliation laws to protect clients from employer punishment. We provide comprehensive legal support to ensure workplace rights are maintained throughout the reporting process.
Government Program Fraud
We represent whistleblowers in cases involving fraudulent government contracts and grants. Our expertise covers defense procurement, infrastructure projects, and technology contracts. With deep understanding of procurement regulations, we help recover misused public funds through enforcement actions.
People
Robert M. Thomas, Jr.
Attorney
Former federal prosecutor with extensive False Claims Act experience. Recognized by Super Lawyers for whistleblower litigation expertise. Leads complex healthcare fraud cases with a focus on pharmaceutical industry violations.
Suzanne E. Durrell
Attorney
Seasoned whistleblower attorney with significant government contracting fraud experience. Specializes in defending whistleblowers against retaliation. Recognized for expertise in financial institution fraud cases through Super Lawyers designation.
David W.S. Lieberman
Attorney
Former Assistant U.S. Attorney with focus on healthcare fraud prosecutions. Brings insider perspective to whistleblower cases. Recognized by Super Lawyers for qui tam litigation achievements in complex medical device fraud matters.
Linda C. Severin
Attorney
Experienced whistleblower attorney with focus on pharmaceutical and healthcare fraud. Provides strategic guidance in multi-jurisdictional cases. Recognized by Super Lawyers for contributions to False Claims Act litigation and client advocacy.
Bruce C. Judge
Attorney
Former federal prosecutor specializing in complex financial fraud cases. Applies government experience to whistleblower representation in banking and securities violations. Recognized by Super Lawyers for qui tam litigation expertise.
Questions
What types of whistleblower cases do you handle?
We handle healthcare fraud, financial fraud, government contract fraud, and other False Claims Act violations. Our attorneys also represent clients in securities, tax, and banking industry fraud cases.
How long have you specialized in whistleblower law?
Our attorneys have 22 years of collective experience in whistleblower litigation, with individual attorneys holding 64+ combined years in government prosecution roles before entering private practice.
What protections exist for whistleblowers?
Federal and state laws protect whistleblowers from retaliation including job termination, demotion, and harassment. We use anti-retaliation provisions to defend clients throughout the legal process.
How are whistleblower rewards calculated?
Rewards typically range from 15-30% of government recovery in False Claims Act cases. The exact percentage depends on case specifics, government involvement, and the whistleblower's contribution.
Can I remain anonymous as a whistleblower?
While complete anonymity isn't guaranteed, we maintain strict confidentiality throughout initial consultations. The legal process requires eventual disclosure, but protections exist during investigation phases.
What is the False Claims Act?
The False Claims Act allows private citizens to sue entities defrauding government programs. Successful whistleblowers receive a percentage of recovered funds. We've secured major settlements under this statute.
