Litigator, Investigator, and Crisis Leader

MARC JAMES ARMAS

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Professional Summary

Combining litigation expertise, leadership in regulatory oversight, and a distinguished military background to deliver strategic solutions in complex legal and compliance matters.

• Accomplished litigator, investigator, and compliance professional with extensive experience navigating high-stakes legal and regulatory challenges. Proven expertise in white collar criminal defense, crisis management, and internal investigations, including Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), False Claims Act (FCA), and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) matters. Adept at handling issues related to sanctions, AML, insider trading, digital currency theft, financial fraud, and market manipulation.

• Skilled in navigating the complexities of FINRA/SEC regulations and implementing best practices in the banking advisory sector. Proven ability to develop and enforce compliance frameworks, conduct in-depth investigations, and provide strategic guidance on high-risk transactions.

• Led high-profile monitorships and sanctions compliance reviews, providing strategic counsel to major financial institutions under regulatory oversight. Experienced in building and implementing robust compliance frameworks and managing cross- functional teams to address risks and promote ethical business practices. Recognized for decisive leadership, analytical rigor, and the ability to inspire trust in sensitive and high-pressure situations.

• Former Assistant U.S. Attorney and Assistant District Attorney, complemented by service as a officer in the U.S. Coast Guard, bringing unparalleled insights into law enforcement and regulatory processes. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

WALDEN MACHT HARAN & WILLIAMS, LLP, New York, NY

Counsel, March 2022 – Present

Associate, September 2016 – March 2021

Practice focuses on white-collar criminal defense, crisis management, internal investigations, cybersecurity, regulatory defense, and complex commercial litigation. Represent corporations, corporate officers and executives providing strategic insights and solutions in a wide array of disputes. Conduct interviews and proffer sessions; draft various correspondence and court documents associated with all forms of litigation.

UNITED STATES ATTORNEY’S OFFICE, DNJ, Newark, NJ

Assistant United States Attorney, March 2021 – March 2022 Served as lead counsel in high-volume of international federal narcotics investigations and defensive litigation involving immigration, Federal Tort Claims Act, and employment matters. Responsible for all aspects of litigation, interviewed witnesses and defendants, drafted and argued motions, drafted search warrants using wide array of investigative techniques, drafted charging instruments, answers, responded to interrogatories, and conducted and defended depositions. QUEENS COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE, Queens, NY Assistant District Attorney, September 2013 – September 2016 Prosecuted felony and misdemeanor cases by serving as lead counsel; conducted trials, evidentiary hearings, and grand jury presentments; drafted and argued motions. Responded directly to all major non-fatal, non-sexual crimes; interviewed officers, detective, witnesses, victims, and suspects; collected evidence, supervised all identification procedures, and drafted search warrants and subpoenas.

MILITARY

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD OFFICER, 2005-2010 (Active Duty); 2013-2016 (Reserves)

• Reserve Security Team Leader, New York, NY, 2013-2016

• Maritime Security Response Team, Chesapeake, VA, 2007-2010

• Law Enforcement Detachment 201 Team Leader, Cartegena, Colombia, 2008

• United States Coast Guard Cutter GALLATIN, Charleston, SC, 2005-2007 EDUCATION

RUTGERS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, J.D., May 2013, Newark, NJ

• Co-Chair, Minority Student Program (2011-2012)

• Senior Editor, Rutgers Computer and Technology Law Journal

• Co-Founder, Rutgers Veterans Pro-Bono Project

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD ACADEMY, B.S. Government, May 2005, New London, CT

• Class President (2001-2005)

• Football team member (2001, 2002); Rugby team member (2003, 2004, 2005), 2x Northeast Champions and National finalists; Lacrosse team member (2002, 2003, 2004) PUBLICATIONS & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Publications

• New CFTC Enforcement Policy May Finally Deter Recidivists Law 360, co-author November 6, 2023

• Internal Investigations Remain Crucial Before Self-Reporting Corporate Malfeasance Under Revised DOJ Policy New York Law Journal, co-author February 2023

• DOJ Launches COVID-19-Related Fraud & Price Gauging Cases New York Law Journal, May 14, 2020

• Financial Institutions: Are You Ready for Your Cyber-Exam? New York Law Journal, co-author June 15, 2017. Speaking Engagements

• Guest Lecturer on Criminal Law, Fordham University and Monroe College

• Frequent Speaker on issues related to US, UK, and EU sanctions enforcement trends and evasion techniques. ADMISSIONS & ASSOCIATIONS

• Admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey

• Member, Hispanic National Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

• Member, Maritime Law Association of the U.S.

• Member, New York City Bar Association Admiralty Committee

• Member, Advisory Committee of the New York Council to the Navy League

• Board Member, Coast Guard Foundation – Tribute to Hero’s NYC Dinner LEGAL INTERNSHIPS

NEW YORK COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE, New York, NY, August-December 2012 Intern, Assisted in investigations and preparing for trials and court conferences; participated in research and writing projects. UNITED STATES ATTORNEY’S OFFICE, SDNY, New York, NY, June 2012-August 2012 Intern, Conducted research and writing projects, participated in witness interviews and assisted in trials. COUNSELOR TO THE MAYOR OF NEW YORK CITY, New York, NY, August 2011-April 2012 Intern, Attended strategy meetings and coordinated municipal public policy and management initiatives to enhance government performance and accountability.

NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT LEGAL BUREAU, New York, NY, Summer 2011 Criminal Division Intern, Fielded emergency calls to assist in arrests and the prosecution of criminal offenses. Conducted research, wrote memoranda, and attended city parade and protests.

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