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EXPERIENCE
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STEVEN P. SOLOW, PRINCIPAL

Navigating Challenges

Solow, PLLC helps organizations and individuals navigate complex legal and strategic challenges. Steve brings to clients the deep experience and perspective acquired through a career in public service, the private sector and academia. Based in Washington, D.C., his practice is global in scope. His roles have included:

  • Chief of the Environmental Crimes Section at DOJ, where he was selected for the Senior Executive Service

  • Prosecutor, New York State Organized Crime Task Force

  • Court Appointed Monitor

  • National Practice Group Leader and Executive Committee Member at a global law firm

  • Law School Professor and Environmental Law Clinic Co-Director

SERVICES

  • White-Collar Defense

    Diverse clientele, ranging from Fortune 10 corporations to small privately held businesses to individuals, benefit from Steve’s extensive experience as a federal and state prosecutor and global firm partner.

  • Internal Investigations

    A trusted partner to organizations seeking answers with efficiency, speed, focus and respect, clients rely on Steve to identify whether a legal problem exists and, if so, to determine its scope and the optimal path forward.

  • Incident/Crisis Response

    Often the “first call” following significant incidents, service of grand jury subpoenas or the execution of search warrants, Steve marshals the approach and resources needed to address urgent matters and return to business.

  • Corporate Compliance

    As an invaluable advisor to C-suite officers, general counsel, Boards of Directors, and NGOs, Steve helps develop compliance programs that reflect the realities of operations while meeting government and other third-party expectations.

  • Environmental Litigation

    Regarded as one of the top attorneys nationwide in environmental and workplace safety civil and criminal litigation, and ranked Band 1 by Chambers USA, Steve works with clients worldwide to address the most challenging matters.

  • Maritime

    Familiar with the unique challenges faced by maritime companies, Steve represents organizations in investigations and prosecutions, conducts efficient internal reviews, and aids in the development of effective compliance programs.

  • Monitorships

    Steve, a Managing Director at Affiliated Monitors, is skilled in the use, design and conduct of effective monitorships. Recently, he served a 5-year tenure as a Court Appointed Monitor for the DOJ over the world’s largest cruise line.

  • Pro Bono

    Steve represents indigent individuals in civil matters and, for over 20 years, has served as outside counsel to Mines Advisory Group (MAG), an international Nobel Prize-winning NGO, on behalf of its U.S. office.

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CLIENTS & INDUSTRIES

Steve advises diverse organizations ranging from Fortune 10 companies to small privately held businesses. His clients include the organizations as well as individuals. He also represents municipalities, NGOs, Boards of Directors, and attorneys. 

His experience covers a wide array of industries including chemical, energy, utility, homebuilding, insurance, finance, construction, pipeline, maritime, transportation, and technology, among others.