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Whistleblower Law Collaborative co-founders Suzanne E. Durrell and Robert M. Thomas, Jr., joined forces in 2003 to represent whistleblowers in qui tam actions under the False Claims Act. Ms. Durrell was the former Chief of the Civil Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Boston, where she spent twelve years supervising and prosecuting False Claims Act cases.  In recent years, the Whistleblower Law Collaborative has expanded its capacity to do this important work with the addition of Bruce C. Judge, Erica Blachman Hitchings, David W.S. Lieberman, and Linda C. Severin. These attorneys fit the mold set by co-founders Thomas and Durrell: all have prior government experience fighting fraud and share a passion for helping clients bring wrongdoers to justice.  Learn more at or call.

Norman Zalkind, the founding partner of Zalkind Duncan & Bernstein LLP, has tried over 120 jury trials, including many high-profile cases. Norman focuses his practice on criminal defense, including murder cases, white-collar criminal defense, and other serious felony cases in federal and state courts across the Commonwealth. Norman is on the forefront in representing students accused of sexual assault and other disciplinary misconduct on college campuses across the nation. His civil practice includes serious personal injury matters and business litigation.. Norman is recognized by Boston Magazine as a “Super Lawyer”, maintains the highest possible rating by Martindale Hubbell, and is listed in Best Lawyers in America for both white collar and non-white collar criminal defense, a recognition he has been awarded for 20 consecutive years. In 2013, Norman was presented with the Balliro Award by the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers in recognition of a lifetime of dedication and commitment to the rights of the accused.. Norman has won an impressive number of federal and state jury trials. Norman is a tireless champion for the rights of the accused and is passionate about giving his clients the best defense possible when they have been charged with crimes and their lives and reputations are on the line.. Norman’s criminal cases involve a wide range of offenses, such as murder (including death penalty cases), drug crimes, terrorism, extortion, bank robbery, sex crimes, tax evasion, arson, telemarketing fraud, and Medicaid and securities fraud. He practices in both state and federal courts and handles misdemeanor and felony offenses, as well as related matters like federal extradition.. Norman’s record in trying the most serious cases illustrates his history of success. In about sixty-five percent of 32 murder trials Norman’s clients have either been completely acquitted or have received substantially reduced verdicts. In 2010, Norman obtained an acquittal of all charges for a man accused of first-degree murder where the prosecution’s case included an alleged eyewitness to the crime. Norman has gotten not guilty verdicts in two cases in which the defendants asserted insanity defenses, which are notoriously difficult to convince a jury to accept. In appropriate cases Norman has convinced prosecutors to reduce the charge and to allow clients to plead to manslaughter, which avoids the risk of life imprisonment. He has also won appeals in murder cases and is experienced at preserving the issues at trial that allow defendants to successfully appeal if convicted.. Norman has similarly obtained not guilty verdicts in a number of other serious criminal cases, including white collar cases.  For instance, he has obtained not guilty verdicts in a case in which a client was charged with telemarketing fraud and in a major federal racketeering case involving the alleged assassin in multiple gang-related shootings. Norman has represented hundreds of defendants charged with drug crimes involving multiple tons of illegal drugs. He has won multiple motions to suppress evidence and has won reduced sentences for clients facing decades in prison.. In addition to obtaining not guilty verdicts, Norman has secured excellent results for clients in plea negotiations, including the lead defendant in a multi-defendant federal drug case, who received a 5 year sentence even though the relevant sentencing guideline called for 22 years in prison. Similarly, for a client facing federal Medicaid fraud charges involving $20 million, Norman obtained an agreement of a probationary sentence, which was presented by the prosecution on the eve of trial. On behalf of a client facing federal immigration fraud charges that would normally lead to incarceration, Norman successfully received probation for his client.. Norman believes strongly in students’ rights and for years he has represented students accused of all types of misconduct on campus, including plagiarism, cheating on tests, sexual assault, and even embezzlement. He brings his wealth of experience with the criminal law to these matters, which intersect with the criminal justice system in particularly serious cases.. As campus sexual assault has received enormous media attention and become an enforcement priority for federal officials, colleges and universities have brought increasing numbers of disciplinary charges against students for alleged sexual assaults, including in cases where the facts do not justify such action. Norman has handled numerous cases for students facing sexual assault charges, both during internal college and university investigations and disciplinary proceedings and in the criminal justice system. Norman crafts an individual strategy for each case that considers the factual allegations, the relationship between the students involved, and the disciplinary policies and procedures of the college or university. His strategic approach to these cases has been extremely successful and he has frequently been able to defeat or mitigate the charges.. Norman has worked on many cases where the student has been cleared of wrongdoing or received reduced sanctions.  For example, in one sexual assault case, Norman assisted an undergraduate to prepare for a hearing – including preparing a written statement and teaching the student how to cross-examine witnesses – after which the student was found not responsible for assault.  In a student theft case, Norman assisted the student in preparing the case and argued the case to the university’s general counsel, demonstrating that the school did not have proof to support its case.  The school came to the same conclusion, finding the student not responsible for theft.  In a case where a student was charged with academic dishonesty, Norman worked with the student to craft a memorandum accepting responsibility for the action, but by highlighting mitigating issues they were able to keep the sanction to a minimum.. Norman has an equally broad range of experience litigating civil cases. He has handled many personal injury cases, including a case involving an airplane crash, construction cases, and automobile torts. In a case involving a scaffolding accident on a construction site, Norman obtained an $8 million settlement in the midst of trial on behalf of a bricklayer who was seriously injured in a construction accident. In a case of a pedestrian who was injured as a result of being hit by a hit-and-run driver, he obtained an $850,000 settlement.. Norman has represented plaintiffs and defendants in discrimination, libel, divorce and business litigation cases, including securities litigation. In the case of a client involved in a complicated commercial litigation dispute, Norman won a favorable settlement for the client after taking the case to arbitration. In an employment case, Norman and his partner, Inga Bernstein, won a $7.6 million verdict in a discrimination and retaliation case against the MBTA.. Other Experience. Norman taught criminal trial practice at Northeastern University Law School from 1971 to 1987, and he has lectured at Harvard Law School, Boston University School of Law, and Yale Law School.

My practice is focused on white collar criminal defense, government investigations, and complex commercial litigation for individuals and companies.  In addition to my courtroom work, I have significant experience conducting comprehensive internal corporate investigations and advising clients on their rights and obligations based on the findings of the investigations.. Other practice areas include the representation of college and university students in school disciplinary and Title IX investigations who have been accused of criminal offenses including sexual assault and academic and research misconduct, or who have been victims of sexual assault, sexual harassment, and other offenses.

My practice focuses on three primary areas of litigation: (1) White Collar Criminal Defense - Defending indiviudal and corporate clients in government investigations/prosecutions alleging white collar criminal violations including all manner of fraud (mail fraud, wire fraud, securities fraud, healthcare fraud, insurance fraud, etc.) and other state and federal statutory crimes; (2) Healthcare Litigation - Representing hospitals, medical practices, home health companies, clinics, medical device companies, and other healthcare providers (including individual doctors, nurses, physician assistants, etc.) in civil disputes and criminal investigations including those alleging violations of the False Claims Act, the Stark Law, and the Anti-Kickback Statute; and, (3) Civil Commercial/Business Litigation - Representing companies (including small and large businesses, as well as startups) and individuals in all manner of business/commercial disputes including those with other businesses, former or current employees, and vendors;

January 2017 - Present, Partner, Good Schneider Cormier & Fried, Boston, MA.. Principal and founding member of the firm, ranked as a Tier 1 Best Law Firm by U.S. News and World Report.. For more than 25 years, Mr. Cormier has defended criminal cases in the federal courts in the United States and in the Massachusetts state courts. Clients of the firm have included executives of Fortune 500 companies, principals in privately-owned and closely-held companies, doctors, lawyers, and other professionals. His practice concentrates on defending white collar criminal cases and litigating civil cases involving: Mail and Wire Fraud, Tax Evasion and Tax Fraud, Computer Hacking, Securities Fraud, Healthcare Fraud, Environmental Violations, Harboring/Employment of Illegal Aliens, and Asset Forfeiture. He has also defended against charges of Homicide, Rape, Child Pornography, Drug Trafficking, Robbery, Illegal Firearms Possession, Motor Vehicle Homicide, and other Serious Felonies.. Other practice areas include: Defense of college and university students and professors in Title IX investigations who have been accused of criminal offenses including rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment, and academic misconduct involving plagiarism or exam cheating. The representation of professionals before various professional boards, including the Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers, the Board of Registration in Medicine, the Board of Registration in Dentistry and the Board of Registration in Veterinary Medicine. Litigation in the defense of clients' First Amendment rights and civil liberties.. Previously, Mr. Cormier was a partner in the Boston law firms of Good Schneider Cormier, Good & Cormier, and Silverglate, Good & Cormier. He began his criminal defense practice with the firm of Silverglate, Gertner, Fine & Good in 1989.. Lecturer in Law, Boston University School of Law, Wrongful Convictions Clinic, 2015 - 2018. Member: National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) and Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MACDL).. Member, New England Innocence Project (NEIP) Case Screening Committee.. Bar Admissions: Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Federal District of Massachusetts; United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit; United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit; and, the United States Tax Court.. Education: Northeastern University, J.D., 1989; Bates College, B.A., 1983.. Interests: Cycling, Mogul Skiing, Hockey, Downeast Boats.

Ingrid Martin focuses on the intersection between criminal defense and health care law where a seemingly minor infraction rapidly can escalate into career threatening license and accreditation challenges as well as exclusion from Medicare and other federal health care programs.  Her familiarity with the health care regulatory environment also enhances her ability to effectively resolve contractual and business litigation matters for her clients.. Ms. Martin routinely handles all types of federal and state government investigations faced by her clients, which include licensed health care professionals, pharmacies, medical practices, therapy providers, adult day health programs, and members of the pharmaceutical and medical device industry.  She protects clients being investigated by agencies such as the United States Department of Justice, the FDA, the DEA, Medicare, Medicaid, and the Office of the Inspector General of Health & Human Services, as well as the Massachusetts Attorney General, the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine, and the Division of Professional Licensure.  She guides clients through audit, licensing, and accreditation matters as well as peer review proceedings initiated by hospitals or insurance companies.   She also protects her clients’ interests in federal and state court, both at the trial level and on appeal.. After law school, Ms. Martin was selected for a two year federal clerkship with the Honorable Judge O’Toole of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.  She then served as an Assistant Attorney General in the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Corruption, Fraud & Computer Crime Division.  She began private practice in 2005.

Hiring the right attorney may well be one of the most important decisions you'll ever make.  I represent clients effectively in all stages of the criminal case, from investigation through trial.  Because each client is unique, I take the time to investigate your case to determine the best possible outcome.  The consequences of a conviction can affect the rest of your life.. Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming, especially if this is your first time.  Throughout the case, I make sure that you understand the process, as well as potential outcomes.  If you're looking for a criminal defense attorney, you need someone who you can feel confident in, and comfortable with; someone who treats you with respect, and has the ability to defend your rights.  Contact me for a free phone evaluation of your case today.

former federal prosecutor focusing on high stakes litigation, both complex civil and white collar defense

Attorney Koufman graduated from UMass Amherst summa cum laude in 2010. Thereafter, Caleb taught at The Landmark School for four years, as a language arts and geometry teacher. Caleb co-founded a debate team at Landmark, and was the girls' varsity tennis coach. After earning his Master's Degree in Special Education, Moderate Disabilities, Grades 5-12, Caleb matriculated in the Northeastern University School of Law. Caleb excelled in classes at Northeastern. He interned for Federal District Court Judge Leo Sorokin, the Homicide Unit of the Suffolk District Attorney's Office, the Roxbury Public Defender's Office, the Boston Public Defender's Office, and the Executive Office of the Public Defender's. After graduating, Caleb was offered a full-time Staff Attorney position at the Framingham Public Defender's Office, where he tried numerous felony and misdemeanor cases, in front of juries and judges, to verdict. After three years as a Staff Attorney, Caleb joined the Koufman Law Group, LLC, where he continues to work criminal and education cases throughout Massachusetts. Caleb is active in both the District and Superior Courts of Massachusetts. His experience has resulted in his certification by the state as an attorney qualified to accept Superior Court appoitnments. Caleb's courtroom advocacy is unparalleled. Caleb cares about his clients and has demonstrated ongoing success with obtaining the results his clients deserve!

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