Andrew E. Bigart

Mr. Bigart's practice focuses on antitrust and consumer protection law, anti-money laundering and economic sanctions, and business counseling.

Mr. Bigart has worked with clients in a variety of industries including financial service companies, broker-dealers, banks, multi-national corporations, healthcare providers, payment processors, nonprofit associations, and online marketers and advertisers. Mr. Bigart has followed recent developments in these industries closely and his strong background in administrative law allows him to help clients navigate the dynamic regulatory landscape.

Antitrust

Mr. Bigart regularly assists clients on a variety of antitrust issues including civil government investigations, antitrust risk assessments, and day-to-day counseling. In particular, Mr. Bigart works closely with Venable’s Nonprofit Organizations Practice Group to provide antitrust counseling to trade and professional associations.

Consumer Protection

Mr. Bigart has significant experience counseling clients on a variety of advertising, marketing, consumer protection, and general business issues, with a focus on financial institutions, financial services companies, and technology companies providing payment and related services. In these areas, Mr. Bigart assists clients with ongoing regulatory compliance matters, civil and criminal investigations, and litigation before the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the Department of Transportation (DOT), and state attorneys general.

Anti-Money Laundering and Economic Sanctions>

Mr. Bigart advises financial institutions, broker dealers, and financial services companies regarding anti-money laundering matters before the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), FINRA, and other financial regulators. In addition, Mr. Bigart advises clients on compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the economic sanctions laws administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and other international trade matters, including the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS).

Significant Matters
Mr. Bigart has worked with clients in a variety of industries including financial service companies and organizations, broker-dealers, banks, multi-national corporations, healthcare providers, payment processors, nonprofit associations, and online marketers and advertisers. Mr. Bigart has followed recent developments in these industries closely and his strong background in administrative law allows him to help clients navigate the dynamic regulatory landscape.

Good to know

Areas of Practice 1) Antitrust, 2) Antitrust Investigations, 3) Healthcare, 4) International Trade and Customs, 5) Advertising and Marketing, 6) Advertising and Marketing Litigation, 7) Privacy and Data Security, 8) Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and Anti-Corruption and 9) Political Law
Law School American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 2006)
Education College of William & Mary (B.A., 2003)
Bar Member / Association District of Columbia Bar Association, Virginia State Bar Association
Most recent firm Venable LLP
Relevant Jobs
Business/Civil Litigation Attorney
USA-CA-Los Angeles

Job Title: Business/Civil Litigation Attorney Location: Los Angeles, CA Job Type: Full-time Experience Level: 3+ years of experience in business civil litigation About Us: Lyfe Law is a...

Apply now

Pre-Litigation Attorney
USA-CA-Los Angeles

The Attorney will work directly with our Personal Injury department, as well as Workers’ Compensation, and other departments within the Firm.  The Attorney will use professional concepts to resol...

Apply now

+ View more jobs
A. Harrison Barnes
A. Harrison Barnes

Due to his extensive activities in the legal market, A. Harrison Barnes is a well-known attorney throughout the United States. As a member of the Malibu community, Harrison is committed to serving the needs of Malibu residents and businesses in legal

Barbara A. Fitzgerald
Barbara A. Fitzgerald

Ms. Fitzgerald represents employers in a wide range of industries, including the entertainment, financial services, hospitality, manufacturing, retail, and transportation industries.

Barbara J. Shander
Barbara J. Shander

Ms. Shander advises public and private company clients as well as private equity funds, with an emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions.