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Introduction
Mark Knights is a member of the Government Investigations & White Collar Defense practice group and lead of the Global Compliance & Investigations team. He represents individuals and businesses across a variety of industries in connection with matters involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the Anti-Kickback Statute, the False Claims Act, and other federal and state laws. Prior to joining Nixon Peabody, Mark served as a law clerk for Judge Mary Beck Briscoe of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit and Chief Judge Joseph Laplante of the U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire.
My focus
My practice encompasses a broad range of complex criminal and civil matters.
I help businesses mitigate the risk of investigation and prosecution by designing and implementing strategies to prevent—and, if necessary, detect and remedy—corruption risks and other wrongdoing by employees. When government investigations, prosecutions, and enforcement actions do arise, I draw on my experience to guide my individual and institutional clients through all stages of the case up to and including trial. Among other things, I have helped secure written declinations to prosecute for both a major technology company faced with a Korean government investigation into alleged theft of trade secrets and a large manufacturer of highway safety products in a federal investigation into allegations of false claims.
I also represent both plaintiffs and defendants in a number of commercial litigation matters. I have extensive experience defending against putative class actions, and previously represented a major national bank in a multi-district federal litigation comprised of over 30 different consolidated class actions. I am currently defending the founder and former CEO of a specialty pharmaceutical company against nearly 250 civil actions in state and federal courts throughout the country.
In addition to this work, I am devoted to providing pro bono representation to individuals and organizations in need. I have helped Court Appointed Special Advocates of New Hampshire protect the interests of abused or neglected children in a number of matters before the New Hampshire Supreme Court. Together with Nixon Peabody’s partners at AARP Foundation, the Disability Rights Center of New Hampshire, and New Hampshire Legal Assistance, I am representing a class of older adults and people with disabilities who are suing the New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services to ensure their right to live independently in the community instead of being placed in institutional care.
Looking ahead
Countries around the globe are devoting more resources and attention to combatting public corruption. With the renewed focus on anti-corruption measures, expect increased cross-border cooperation between DOJ and its analogues.
Insights
- “Border Law & Confidential Client Information,” NH Bar live webcast, November 3, 2021
- “Confidentiality of Client Identity,” NH Bar live webcast, June 26, 2020
In the news
- Associated Press
Both sides argue for resolution of verdict dispute in New Hampshire youth center abuse case
Aug 23, 2024This article covers final requests filed by both sides to resolve David Meehan’s $38 million disputed jury verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan, discusses the injustice that would be created by either a new trial or Meehan’s acceptance of a small fraction of the jury’s intended award. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- InDepthNH.org
Fiscal OKs changes to YDC settlement program; Chairman suggests lie detectors
Aug 16, 2024This article covers approved changes to the YDC Settlement Fund to make it more attractive to victims and Fiscal Committee Chair Rep. Ken Weyler’s suggested use of lie detector. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted in the coverage, discussing how the legislature expressly directed that the Settlement Fund process be conducted in a victim-centered manner to avoid retraumatizing survivors. Mark is part of the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims. The team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- InDepthNH.org
Maine law firm vets YDC abuse claims and paid from same victims’ settlement fund
Aug 14, 2024This article covers the State of New Hampshire’s enlistment of a Maine law firm to vet victim claims for the YDC Settlement Funds. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted in the coverage, discussing the significant concern this enlistment should cause New Hampshire taxpayers and what it could mean for victims. Mark is part of the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims. The team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- WMUR
Judge grants new extension to figure out how to proceed in $38 million YDC abuse verdict
Aug 2, 2024This article covers an additional extension by the court to determine how to proceed in David Meehan’s $38 million YDC abuse verdict. Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, part of the NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,300 abuse victims, is quoted in the coverage discussing how he thinks the court can correct the verdict to reflect the jury’s actual intent, which was to award the full $38 million to Meehan. NP’s YDC team also includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- WMUR
More money needed for settlement fund to pay YDC victims, New Hampshire Senate president says
July 30, 2024This article and related broadcast segment cover the potential major shortfalls in the YDC Settlement Fund based on the hundreds of claims that remain to be addressed. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights joins the segment to discuss the generational and societal impacts of abuse and the potentially massive financial burden for the state. Mark is part of the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims. The team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- InDepthNH.org
YDC abuse settlement fund headed for ‘looming shortfall,’ victims’ attorney says
July 24, 2024This article covers YDC Fund Administrator John Broderick’s latest report. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted, discussing how the fund has a little less than $60 million remaining, with almost six times as much in pending claims. He notes that if the state doesn’t allocate more soon, the fund will fail despite recent progress to improve it. Mark is part of the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims. The team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- New Hampshire Union
Top lawmakers call pause on paying YDC victims a ‘bad look’
July 11, 2024This article covers the YDC Settlement Fund and the State of New Hampshire’s temporary pause on claims and payment processing for victims. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage, discussing concerns the pause raises and how replenishing it in a timely manner is essential to the program’s success. Dave leads the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims, which includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- InDepthNH.org
YDC abuse fund on temporary hold; revised law allows 10 years to pay victim claims
July 8, 2024This article covers the State of New Hampshire’s temporary pause on claims and payment processing for the YDC Settlement Fund. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted in the coverage, discussing discontent among claimants who accepted settlements but won’t get paid for several months, and how uncertainty around whether and when the state will pay the awards could drive people away from the settlement fund and back into court. Mark is part of the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims, which includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- Associated Press
Disputed verdict draws both sides back to court in New Hampshire youth detention center abuse case
June 24, 2024The following coverage reports on Monday’s hearing related to David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial, as well as the public release of long-sealed arrest warrant affidavits against several men charged with abusing children at YDC. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- New Hampshire Union Leader
Debate continues on $38 million jury award to YDC victim
June 24, 2024The following coverage reports on Monday’s hearing related to David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial, as well as the public release of long-sealed arrest warrant affidavits against several men charged with abusing children at YDC. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- WMUR
Hearing held regarding recent YDC civil trial outcome
June 24, 2024The following coverage reports on Monday’s hearing related to David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial, as well as the public release of long-sealed arrest warrant affidavits against several men charged with abusing children at YDC. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- InDepthNH.org
Arrest affidavits of accused YDC abusers unsealed; hearing on payout to first victim to win civil suit
June 24, 2024The following coverage reports on Monday’s hearing related to David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial, as well as the public release of long-sealed arrest warrant affidavits against several men charged with abusing children at YDC. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- New Hampshire Business Review
Overview of historic $38 million jury award in landmark YDC abuse case
June 20, 2024This article recaps the news to date following the verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- InDepthNH.org
Judge: State’s liability in YDC abuse ‘beyond doubt’
May 15, 2024The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court judge’s order denying the State’s motion to invalidate David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- Associated Press
Judge quickly denies request to discard $38 million verdict in New Hampshire youth center abuse case
May 15, 2024The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court judge’s order denying the State’s motion to invalidate David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- The Boston Globe
New Hampshire judge denies state’s request to invalidate $38 million YDC verdict
May 15, 2024The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court judge’s order denying the State’s motion to invalidate David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- WMUR News 9
Judge denies state’s motion to change jury’s verdict in YDC trial
May 15, 2024The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court judge’s order denying the State’s motion to invalidate David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- New Hampshire Union Leader
Judge denies state’s attempt to toss YDC lawsuit
May 15, 2024The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court judge’s order denying the State’s motion to invalidate David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
- Associated Press
New Hampshire jury finds state liable for abuse at youth detention center and awards victim $38 million
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.May 3, 2024 - New Hampshire Union Leader
Jury awards $38 million to YDC abuse victim
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.May 3, 2024 - New Hampshire Public Radio
Jury awards $38 million to plaintiff in landmark New Hampshire child abuse lawsuit
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.May 3, 2024 - New Hampshire Bulletin
AG: Bill would reduce YDC lawsuits by paying victims more, expanding eligibility
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor are quoted and mentioned in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.April 30, 2024 - New Hampshire Union Leader
Plaintiff in YDC trial rests his case; defense case to being Tuesday
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor are quoted and mentioned in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.April 29, 2024 - Eagle-Tribune
Our view: New Hampshire miserably failed its children at YDC
April 27, 2024The following article covers last week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- InDepthNH.org
Medical expert says Meehan needs $1.5 million for lifelong PTSD treatment
April 25, 2024The following article covers last week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- New Hampshire Union Leader
Judge won’t allow criminal defendants to testify at YDC trial
April 25, 2024The following article covers last week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- Associated Press
Ex-youth center worker testifies that top bosses would never take kids’ word over staff
April 15, 2024The following article covers this week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- Boston Globe
Youth detention center leadership sided with staff over residents, former worker testifies
April 15, 2024The following article covers this week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- New Hampshire Union Leader
Lawyers for DHHS seek to block criminal defendants from pleading the Fifth
April 15, 2024The following article covers this week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- InDepthNH.org
Testimony: YDC leaders turned blind eye to child abuse
April 15, 2024The following article covers this week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- Associated Press
Ex-worker at New Hampshire youth detention center describes escalating retaliation for complaints
April 10, 2024The following article covers this week’s start of the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- People Magazine
There are nearly 1,200 lawsuits alleging abuse at Sununu Youth Services Center; now, a trial has begun
April 10, 2024The following article covers this week’s start of the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- InDepthNH.org
YDC victim used as ‘child sex slave, punching bag’ under health and human services’ care, lawyer tells jurors
April 10, 2024The following article covers this week’s start of the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- New Hampshire Union Leader
First witnesses take the stand in YDC civil trial
April 10, 2024The following article covers this week’s start of the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- Boston Globe
First trial over abuse at state-run Sununu Youth Services Center in New Hampshire is underway
April 9, 2024The following article covers this week’s start of the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
- New Hampshire Public Radio
First civil trial in the YDC abuse scandal to begin: What you need to know
April 7, 2024This article covers the first NH Youth Development Center trial beginning this week. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and NP are mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
- InDepthNH
Judge considers releasing YDC abuse affidavit AG wants sealed
March 18, 2024This article covers a hearing to determine whether to release a three-year-old search warrant affidavit from the early days of the NH Youth Development Center criminal investigation. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is mentioned in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
- WMUR
Some entities involved in YDC lawsuits look to get claims of abuse dismissed
March 12, 2024This article covers several state-contracted organizations affiliated with the NH Youth Development Center that are asking a judge to dismiss some abuse claims against them. Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki is quoted in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims includes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
- New Hampshire Union Leader
Brett Malcolm: Pass vital changes to YDC settlement fund
March 2, 2024NP client Brett Malcolm, John Doe #292, contributed this op-ed sharing his story of abuse and urging the New Hampshire legislature to pass changes to the settlement fund created for victims of alleged abuse at the NH Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities. In the op-ed, Brett expresses thanks for NP’s YDC legal team, which includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
- New Hampshire Union Leader
Court rejects state’s appeal request in AARP disabilities lawsuit
Feb 26, 2024This article covers the US Court of Appeals for the First Circuit rejecting the State of New Hampshire’s appeal request in a class action lawsuit claiming the state-run Choice for Independence (CFI) program is failing to provide authorized services to participants, putting them at unnecessary risk of being institutionalized in nursing homes. Manchester Complex Disputes counsel Kierstan Schultz is quoted in the coverage. The article mentions NP for representing the plaintiffs in the case along with NH Legal Assistance, the AARP Foundation, and Disability Rights Center-NH. The NP team also includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights and Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, both of the Manchester office, and Complex Disputes associates Tammy Nguyen of Chicago and Scott Dinner of Washington, DC.
- WMUR
New Hampshire lawmakers consider changes to YDC settlement process
Feb 21, 2024This article covers a proposed bill before the New Hampshire Senate Judiciary Committee that would make changes to the settlement fund created for victims of alleged abuse at the NH Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims also includes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
- Associated Press
New Hampshire considers greatly expanding scope of settlement fund for youth center abuse victims
Feb 20, 2024The following article covers a proposed bill before the New Hampshire Senate Judiciary Committee that would make changes to the settlement fund created for victims of alleged abuse at the NH Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights are mentioned and quoted in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims also includes Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
- New Hampshire Union Leader
State, victim lawyers agree on changes to YDC settlement fund
Feb 20, 2024The following article covers a proposed bill before the New Hampshire Senate Judiciary Committee that would make changes to the settlement fund created for victims of alleged abuse at the NH Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights are mentioned and quoted in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims also includes Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
- New Hampshire Public Radio
Changes to youth detention abuse fund could lead to hundreds of settlements, price tag unknown
Feb 20, 2024The following article covers a proposed bill before the New Hampshire Senate Judiciary Committee that would make changes to the settlement fund created for victims of alleged abuse at the NH Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights are mentioned and quoted in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims also includes Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
- New Hampshire Bulletin
State facing class-action lawsuit over in-home care for older and disabled residents
Dec 4, 2023This article covers a New Hampshire federal judge certifying a class-action lawsuit filed on behalf of a group of disabled individuals alleging that the state health department mismanaged the Choices for Independence (CFI) Medicaid Waiver program, which allows participants to safely live at home rather than being forced into institutional settings such as nursing facilities. The article mentions NP for representing the plaintiffs in the case along with NH Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center-NH, and the AARP Foundation. The NP team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, and Complex Disputes counsel Kierstan Schultz, all of the Manchester office, and Complex Disputes associates Tammy Nguyen of Chicago and Scott Dinner of Washington, DC.
- New Hampshire Union Leader
Healthcare lawsuit vs. state can proceed as class action
Nov 30, 2023This article quotes Manchester Complex Disputes counsel Kierstan Schultz on a New Hampshire federal court decision to certify a class of disabled individuals in their lawsuit alleging that the state health department mismanaged the Choices for Independence (CFI) Medicaid Waiver program, which allows participants to safely live at home rather than being forced into institutional settings such as nursing facilities. NP—together with NH Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center-NH, and the AARP Foundation—is representing the plaintiffs. In addition to Kierstan, the NP team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights and Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, both of the Manchester office, and Complex Disputes associates Tammy Nguyen of Chicago and Scott Dinner of Washington, DC.
- Bloomberg Law
Disabled participants get class status in home care gap case
Nov 28, 2023The following article covers a New Hampshire federal court decision to certify a class of disabled individuals in their lawsuit alleging that the state health department mismanaged the Choices for Independence (CFI) Medicaid Waiver program, which allows participants to safely live at home rather than being forced into institutional settings such as nursing facilities. NP—together with NH Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center-NH, and the AARP Foundation—is representing the plaintiffs. The NP team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, and Complex Disputes counsel Kierstan Schultz, all of the Manchester office; and Complex Disputes associates Tammy Nguyen of Chicago and Scott Dinner of Washington, DC.
- Law360
Now-certified class alleges NH has bungled Medicaid program
Nov 27, 2023The following article covers a New Hampshire federal court decision to certify a class of disabled individuals in their lawsuit alleging that the state health department mismanaged the Choices for Independence (CFI) Medicaid Waiver program, which allows participants to safely live at home rather than being forced into institutional settings such as nursing facilities. NP—together with NH Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center-NH, and the AARP Foundation—is representing the plaintiffs. The NP team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, and Complex Disputes counsel Kierstan Schultz, all of the Manchester office; and Complex Disputes associates Tammy Nguyen of Chicago and Scott Dinner of Washington, DC.
- The Boston Globe
Court intervenes, delaying hearing of former New Hampshire state senator
Oct 13, 2023The following articles cover a New Hampshire Superior Court Judge temporarily halting a NH Lottery Commission hearing on the future of former state senator Andy Sanborn’s Concord Casino. Mr. Sanborn argued in a civil complaint filed against the Lottery Commission that his due process had been violated and that he needed more time to prepare his defense against the revoking of his charitable gaming license. The articles mention Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights for representing Mr. Sanborn in the case.
- New Hampshire Bulletin
Court orders delay of Sanborn casino license hearing after due process concerns
Oct 13, 2023The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court Judge temporarily halting a NH Lottery Commission hearing on the future of former state senator Andy Sanborn’s Concord Casino. Mr. Sanborn argued in a civil complaint filed against the Lottery Commission that his due process had been violated and that he needed more time to prepare his defense against the revoking of his charitable gaming license. The articles mention Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights for representing Mr. Sanborn in the case.
- WRKO-AM 680
The Grace Curley Show (radio)
Aug 22, 2023Manchester GIWC partner Mark Knights joined this radio show episode to discuss the case involving alleged abuse at the New Hampshire Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities.
- Law.com/Connecticut Law Tribune
Announcing winners in the 2023 New England Legal Awards
July 18, 2023This article on the publication’s 2023 New England Legal Awards recognizes NP’s Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice as a winner in the “Litigation Department of the Year – Specialty” category. In addition, Manchester GIWC partner Mark Knights has been selected for the “Social Impact – Individual” award and Providence Labor & Employment associate Aaron Nadich has been recognized as a “New Leader in the Law.”
- WMUR News 9
First trial scheduled over alleged abuse at New Hampshire's Youth Development Center
April 18, 2023This broadcast segment and article, which cover the first trial in the New Hampshire Youth Development Center sexual abuse case being set for April 2024, quotes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, who says the plaintiffs’ legal team is still waiting for key documents from the state.
- New Hampshire Bulletin
‘We’re teetering on the edge.’ Are Medicaid rates making it harder to age at home?
March 22, 2023This article, focusing on roughly 600 New Hampshire residents at risk of losing at-home care in July if the state doesn’t increase its Medicaid-funded Choices for Independence (CFI) payments to providers, refers to a pending CFI federal lawsuit filed against the state Department of Health and Human Services by NP, New Hampshire Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center – New Hampshire, and the AARP Foundation. The NP team involved in the case is led by Manchester Complex Disputes counsel Kierstan Schultz and includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights and Cybersecurity & Privacy partner Dan Deane, both of Manchester, and Complex Disputes associates Scott Dinner of Washington, DC and Tammy Nguyen of Chicago.
- WMUR News 9
Accuser settles with New Hampshire over claims of abuse at Youth Detention Center
Feb 16, 2023This broadcast report features an interview with Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, who discusses how the team is fighting to get justice for nearly 1,000 victims of child abuse in New Hampshire’s state-run youth housing facilities.
- The Deal
Resonetics to acquire two SAES units
Dec 9, 2022The following article covers Resonetics LLC’s $900 million agreement to acquire Memry Corp. and SAES Smart Materials Inc. from NP client SAES Getters SpA. The article mentions Manchester partner and Private Equity & Family Offices team leader Phil Taub and Boston partner Amy O’Keefe, both of the Corporate group, for leading the NP team representing SAES Getters on U.S. legal matters. The team also includes Chicago partner and Global Finance co-leader Rob Drobnak; Corporate partners Alexandra Lopez-Casero and Thomas McCord from Boston, Andrew Share from Manchester, and Sean Clancy from Washington, DC; Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Mark Beaudoin from Manchester and Alison Torbitt from San Francisco; Boston Labor & Employment partner Jeff Gilbreth; Rochester Intellectual Property partner Kristen Walsh; Washington, DC Complex Disputes partner and Antitrust leader Gordon Lang; Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights; Rochester counsel and Cybersecurity & Privacy deputy leader Jenny Holmes; Boston Corporate counsel David Crosby; Washington, DC Complex Disputes counsel Brian Whittaker; Albany Affordable Housing & Finance counsel Dana Stanton; Corporate associates Shaziah Singh from New York, Anthony Bova from Boston, Corey Habib from Manchester, and Hrishikesh Shah from Chicago; and Manchester Corporate department attorney Dave Zimmermann.
- Associated Press
Fund urged for sex abuse victims at youth detention center
This article covering New Hampshire’s proposed $100 million settlement fund related to claims of child sex abuse by former workers at a state-run youth detention center quotes Manchester partner and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense leader David Vicinanzo, who is representing alleged victims in the case. The NP team also includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane and associates Kierstan Schultz and Nate Warecki, and GIWC partner Mark Knights and associate Michael Strauss, all of Manchester.Jan 20, 2022 - Associated Press
Settlement fund proposed for youth center sex abuse victims
This article covering New Hampshire’s proposed $100 million settlement fund related to claims of child sex abuse by former workers at a state-run youth detention center quotes Manchester partner and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense leader David Vicinanzo, who is representing alleged victims in the case. The NP team also includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane and associates Kierstan Schultz and Nate Warecki, and GIWC partner Mark Knights and associate Michael Strauss, all of Manchester.Jan 18, 2022 - Granite State News Collaborative
Lawsuit alleges DHHS fails to properly administer Medicaid waiver program
This article covers a federal judge’s decision that a class-action lawsuit over the plaintiffs’ right to live independently instead of being placed in institutional care may proceed, quoting Manchester Complex Commercial Disputes associate Kierstan Schultz. In addition to Kierstan, the NP team working on the case includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Daniel Deane, Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, and paralegal Sharon Willier, all of the Manchester office.Dec 4, 2021 - New Hampshire Union Leader
Judge allows health care lawsuit vs state to proceed
This article, covering a federal judge’s ruling that a class-action lawsuit over the plaintiffs’ right to live independently instead of being placed in institutional care may proceed, quotes Manchester Complex Commercial Disputes associate Kierstan Schultz on the decision. In addition to Kierstan, the NP team working on the case includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Daniel Deane, Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, and paralegal Sharon Willier, all of the Manchester office.Nov 29, 2021 - New Hampshire Bar News
Off Track: Federal court dismisses false statement charge because, well, the government didn't allege a false statement
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights and associate Michael Strauss contributed this article summarizing and analyzing a federal judge’s dismissal of a 1001 charge against a New Hampshire home exterior company related to alleged false statements.July 21, 2021 - New Hampshire Business Review
A new president's administration takes a different tack on enforcement
Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader and partner David Vicinanzo, GIWC partner Mark Knights and associate Michael Strauss, and Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane, all in Manchester, contributed this article on the Biden administration’s enforcement priorities, outlining a response plan for businesses faced with government investigations.June 11, 2021 - The Herald News
Lakeville marijuana application for Northeast Alternatives still on hold after court hearing
This article, covering a client’s long-pending application for a provisional license to open a cultivation facility, quotes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights from arguments on Monday before a Suffolk Superior Court judge, stating that NP client Northeast Alternatives deserves an answer.April 28, 2021 - Concord Monitor
Lawsuit Seeks Stop to Unnecessary Placements in NH Nursing Homes
Manchester Complex Commercial Disputes associate Kierstan Schultz is quoted in this article covering a class action complaint filed against the New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services for failing to properly administer its CFI Medicaid waiver program. NP—together with NH Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center-NH, and the AARP Foundation—filed the lawsuit in federal court on behalf of older adults and persons with disabilities enrolled in the CFI program. In addition to Kierstan, the NP team includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane, paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, all of Manchester.Jan 12, 2021 - McKnight’s Senior Living
Medicaid waiver enrollees put at risk of unnecessary nursing home placement, lawsuit claims
The following article covers a class action complaint filed against the New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services for failing to properly administer its CFI Medicaid waiver program. NP—together with NH Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center-NH, and the AARP Foundation—filed the lawsuit in federal court on behalf of older adults and persons with disabilities enrolled in the CFI program.Jan 12, 2021The NP team includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane, associate Kierstan Schultz and paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, all of Manchester.
- Reuters Legal
New Hampshire Sued over 'Unnecessary' Nursing Facility Placements
The following article covers a class action complaint filed against the New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services for failing to properly administer its CFI Medicaid waiver program. NP—together with NH Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center-NH, and the AARP Foundation—filed the lawsuit in federal court on behalf of older adults and persons with disabilities enrolled in the CFI program.Jan 11, 2021The NP team includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane, associate Kierstan Schultz and paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, all of Manchester.
- New Hampshire Public Radio
Lawsuit Alleges New Hampshire Is Failing to Administer Program for Seniors, People with Disabilities
The following article covers a class action complaint filed against the New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services for failing to properly administer its CFI Medicaid waiver program. NP—together with NH Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center-NH, and the AARP Foundation—filed the lawsuit in federal court on behalf of older adults and persons with disabilities enrolled in the CFI program.Jan 11, 2021The NP team includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane, associate Kierstan Schultz and paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, all of Manchester.
- New Hampshire Union Leader
Lawsuit: State Shirking Responsibility for At-Home Care Services
The following article covers a class action complaint filed against the New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services for failing to properly administer its CFI Medicaid waiver program. NP—together with NH Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center-NH, and the AARP Foundation—filed the lawsuit in federal court on behalf of older adults and persons with disabilities enrolled in the CFI program.Jan 11, 2021The NP team includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane, associate Kierstan Schultz and paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, all of Manchester.
- The Associated Press
New Hampshire House to Hold Hybrid Public Hearings on Bills
The following article covers a class action complaint filed against the New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services for failing to properly administer its CFI Medicaid waiver program. NP—together with NH Legal Assistance, Disability Rights Center-NH, and the AARP Foundation—filed the lawsuit in federal court on behalf of older adults and persons with disabilities enrolled in the CFI program.Jan 11, 2021The NP team includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane, associate Kierstan Schultz and paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, all of Manchester.
- Law360
Mass. Pot Co. Says Regulator Sat On Application for Months
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted in this article on a Massachusetts marijuana dispensary’s lawsuit alleging the state’s Cannabis Control Commission has failed to take action on the dispensary’s license application for nearly three times the 90-day prescribed turnaround time. The article mentions Mark and Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense associate Charles Dell’Anno for representing the dispensary, Northeast Alternatives.Sep 21, 2020 - Law360
2nd Circ.'s Seminal Rejection of FCPA Conviction Challenge
New York City partner Isabelle De Smedt (CORP), Manchester partner Mark Knights (GIWC), Boston counsel Robert Fisher (GIWC), Manchester associate Michael Strauss (CDPG) and Boston associate Scott Seitz (GIWC) authored this column about the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit’s recent decision regarding the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act’s anti-bribery provisions and what the decision means for companies needing to comply with the law.Aug 28, 2019 - Foster’s Daily Democrat
Learn about the 2019 10 to Watch winners and all 20 finalists
Manchester Government Investigations and White Collar Defense partner Mark Knights was among the finalists in the sixth annual “10 to Watch” Seacoast Young Professionals.May 22, 2019 - Reuters’ Government Contract
Get the message: Update to the FCPA corporate enforcement policy
Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Mark Knights and Complex Commercial Disputes associate Michael Strauss, both of the Manchester office, co-wrote this contributed article outlining changes in the way the Department of Justice expects companies to preserve “ephemeral communications” such as WhatsApp messages.May 20, 2019 - New Hampshire Business Review
The Latest
The promotion of Manchester Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is mentioned in this roundup of notable business moves.March 1, 2019 - New Hampshire Business Review
Avoiding corrupt practices abroad: When doing business internationally, compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act is essential
Manchester Government Investigations & White Collar Defense associate Mark Knights wrote this contributed article on how cautious companies can comply with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and avoid corruption when doing business internationally.Aug 31, 2018
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U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Education
George Washington University Law School, J.D., cum laude
University of New Hampshire, B.A., summa cum laude
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- NH Children’s Trust, Vice Chairperson, Board of Directors
- NH Bar Association, Clerk, Criminal Justice Section
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- Selected, through a peer-review survey, for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 in the field of Qui Tam Law
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