Gottlieb Townsend - New York
111 Broadway APT 701, New York, NY 10006
Gottlieb Townsend is a New York criminal defense boutique representing individuals and corporations in serious state and federal matters. Founded more than 40 years ago, the firm handles white-collar offenses, murder, sexual assault, extortion, political corruption, terrorism, money laundering, healthcare fraud, and federal and state tax crimes. Its attorneys assist clients from the earliest investigation through charging decisions, negotiations, trials, sentencing, and appeals.
Gottlieb Townsend represents executives, public figures, professionals, businesses, and other clients facing government scrutiny or criminal allegations. The firm handles civil and internal investigations, subpoena compliance, securities and financial matters, and proceedings involving agencies such as the SEC and FINRA. Its lawyers examine records, witness accounts, electronic evidence, financial transactions, and law enforcement methods while developing strategies suited to each client’s risks and objectives.
Gottlieb Townsend prepares every accepted matter through detailed investigation and trial-focused analysis. The firm works with forensic psychiatrists when mental health issues affect criminal responsibility or case strategy. Its attorneys pursue non-prosecution agreements, dismissals, negotiated resolutions, acquittals, appellate relief, and other lawful outcomes based on the available evidence. The practice serves clients nationally and maintains offices in New York City and Los Angeles.
Gottlieb Townsend combines the resources required for complex litigation with the direct communication of a boutique practice. The firm carefully selects matters to provide personal attention while managing costs without reducing the quality of representation. Its white-collar crime and government investigations practice has received Chambers USA Spotlight recognition. Thorough preparation, discretion, accessibility, and determined courtroom advocacy guide the firm’s work for clients facing severe personal, professional, and financial consequences.