Clark Smith Villazor LLP

About Clark Smith Villazor LLP

Clark Smith Villazor LLP is a New York law firm whose origins trace to Smith Villazor LLP, co-founded in 2016. The firm announced its current name in April 2023 when former federal prosecutor Christopher J. Clark joined co-founders Patrick J. Smith and Rodney Villazor. Chambers describes it as a boutique litigation firm in New York City founded by former federal prosecutors, with a focus on representing individuals in government investigations.

The firm's stated work centers on white-collar criminal defense, government and regulatory investigations, and high-stakes civil and commercial litigation. Its website says it litigates against bodies such as the U.S. Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm also represents investment funds and corporate clients in complex civil litigation. Its main office is at 666 Third Avenue, 21st Floor in Manhattan, and its website also lists a downtown office at 12 Leroy Street in New York.

Practice areas

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