DLA Piper adds criminal law partner in Calgary
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 @ 2:29 PM | By John Chunn
DLA Piper (Canada) LLP announced that Jordan Deering has joined the firm as a partner in the Calgary office.
According to DLA Piper’s press release, Deering has almost 20 years of experience acting on matters involving all aspects of fraud, corruption and white-collar crime.
Deering provides advice on compliance with and investigations pertaining to the Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act and is regularly called upon by clients to assist in developing fraud and corruption prevention policies and programs, including whistleblower programs, compliance officer training and risk assessment. Deering also acts for a number of financial institutions in litigation relating to Bills of Exchange Act issues, cheque kiting, loan fraud, conversion and fraudulent preferences or conveyances.
She has appeared before all levels of courts in Alberta and has obtained and administered Anton Piller orders, Mareva injunctions, Norwich Pharmacal orders, preservation orders and receivership orders.
Prior to joining DLA Piper Jordan was a partner at Norton Rose Fulbright for a number of years.
“We are delighted to welcome Jordan to the firm,” said Robert Seidel, Canada managing partner. “Jordan’s comprehensive expertise in white-collar crime and corporate investigations adds depth to our highly respected litigation, arbitration and investigations group and reinforces the firm’s steadfast focus in providing our clients with top-tier advice and service in growing areas of importance.”
According to DLA Piper’s press release, Deering has almost 20 years of experience acting on matters involving all aspects of fraud, corruption and white-collar crime.
Deering provides advice on compliance with and investigations pertaining to the Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act and is regularly called upon by clients to assist in developing fraud and corruption prevention policies and programs, including whistleblower programs, compliance officer training and risk assessment. Deering also acts for a number of financial institutions in litigation relating to Bills of Exchange Act issues, cheque kiting, loan fraud, conversion and fraudulent preferences or conveyances.
She has appeared before all levels of courts in Alberta and has obtained and administered Anton Piller orders, Mareva injunctions, Norwich Pharmacal orders, preservation orders and receivership orders.
Prior to joining DLA Piper Jordan was a partner at Norton Rose Fulbright for a number of years.
“We are delighted to welcome Jordan to the firm,” said Robert Seidel, Canada managing partner. “Jordan’s comprehensive expertise in white-collar crime and corporate investigations adds depth to our highly respected litigation, arbitration and investigations group and reinforces the firm’s steadfast focus in providing our clients with top-tier advice and service in growing areas of importance.”
