Barbara A. Martinez

About Barbara A. Martinez

As a litigation, white-collar defense, and corporate compliance attorney at Holland & Knight, I help clients through complex and high stakes situations. I represent corporations, financial institutions, and individuals under investigation by government entities, as well as companies seeking to conduct sensitive internal investigations involving alleged wrongdoing by employees and/or C-suite members. In addition, with more than 22 years as a former federal prosecutor with the Department of Justice, I defend clients against criminal prosecutions and civil enforcement actions, as well as advise and assist with reporting matters to law enforcement and compliance programs that effectively minimize litigation and liability risks. My representations cover many industries and often involve allegations of fraud, bribery and violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, money laundering, human trafficking connected to businesses as well as other alleged crimes. I am proud to be recognized for my defense work in white-collar crime and government investigations in Chambers USA 20••••25.

Experience

1. White Collar Defense, Investigations, and Compliance Attorney - Litigation Partner

   Holland & Knight LLP

   Sep 2021 — Present · Miami-Fort Lauderdale, FL, US

   Practice focuses on white collar defense and investigations as well as corporate compliance involving fraud, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, anti-trafficking, and other alleged crimes. Member of Holland & Knight\'s Global Compliance and Investigations Team, which advises clients globally.

Education

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Doctor of Law (J.D.)

  1994 — 2007

• The University of Texas at San Antonio

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice/Police Science

  1990 — 1994