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Peter Deegan

Pete is a partner in Taft's Chicago office. He is a former U.S. Attorney with extensive national experience in white collar criminal litigation and corporate compliance. A seasoned trial lawyer in Taft’s Compliance, Investigations, and White Collar Defense practice, Pete’s client work is distinguished by his ability to navigate complex investigations and prosecutions. He has both led and responded to numerous high-stakes federal investigations.

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