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Renato Mariotti is an accomplished trial attorney specializing in complex, high-stakes litigation, including private equity, hedge fund litigation, derivative-related claims, and cyber theft. He defends firms and individuals in enforcement actions, conducts internal investigations, and advises clients in the digital asset and crypto space. Additionally, he assists trading firms in developing compliance programs to prevent disruptive trading practices.
His national securities litigation practice spans beyond the commodity futures industry, representing diverse clients facing financial-related governmental inquiries. These include accounting irregularities, directors and officer liability, whistleblower allegations, board governance, and internal controls. Renato aids clients in conducting internal investigations and developing compliance programs in response to governmental and whistleblower allegations.
Renato previously served as a federal prosecutor in the Securities and Commodities Fraud Section of the United States Attorney’s Office. He is a sought-after media source, legal analyst, and commentator on national news events, having appeared on MSNBC, CNN, CNBC, ABC News, and PBS. He has been quoted in major publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Time magazine, and The Washington Post. Renato also serves as the Legal Affairs Columnist for POLITICO Magazine and has written for prominent publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Time magazine.