Jonathan W. Ware Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc

As a trial attorney in the Division of Enforcement, I investigate and litigate in federal courts across the country all manner of deceptive and unfair business practices to protect consumers. This principally involves injunctive relief. I also monitor compliance with existing orders and work with legitimate companies to remain compliant.Looking to improve receivership processes within the FTC and expand opportunities for diverse professionals as well.

Litigation Appointed by the US District Court for the Southern District of New York to act as receiver of a multinational firm in SEC v. Byers, a securities fraud matter brought by the SEC involving more than $500m in claims, 35+ ancillary suits in state and federal courts, and over 1,300 claimants. Won the dismissal with prejudice of a securities fraud class action suit related to a $640m write-down for a leading aerospace and energy services company.Defeated claims… Show more Litigation Appointed by the US District Court for the Southern District of New York to act as receiver of a multinational firm in SEC v. Byers, a securities fraud matter brought by the SEC involving more than $500m in claims, 35+ ancillary suits in state and federal courts, and over 1,300 claimants. Won the dismissal with prejudice of a securities fraud class action suit related to a $640m write-down for a leading aerospace and energy services company.Defeated claims brought in a London-based ICC arbitration in connection with a consulting arrangement on behalf of a major global agrochemicals manufacturer.Defeated claims by a fund alleging default backed by $12bn in collateral on behalf of a nationalized Irish bank.Co-Head of US Pro Bono; acted in 28 pro bono litigation matters, including for tenants in housing disputes and in securing parole recommendations; litigated 7 appeals (VA, DC, HI) for domestic violence survivors.InvestigationsAdvised the US DOJ-approved monitor for a financial institution with more than 350,000 agents across 200 countries on anti-money laundering, antifraud, and OFAC compliance; findings led to $125 million forfeiture to refund to victims.Represented one of the world’s largest financial institutions in a multi-jurisdictional investigation into alleged misconduct related to the LIBOR-setting process.Investigated and settled with the DOJ for $4.1m a False Claims Act dispute involving a complex, multi-year $494m derivative contract.Investigated alleged fraud and corruption in Africa for a global publisher and negotiated the first joint UK Serious Fraud Office and World Bank settlement.Represented Dr. Michael Burry (featured in The Big Short) before the US Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission on its investigation into the residential mortgage-backed securities market. Show less

SEC v. Mark Cuban, 634 F.Supp.2d 713 (N.D. Tex. 2009). In a landmark ruling, the district court invalidated an SEC rule and dismissed the insider trading claims against Mr. Cuban (later reversed, but acquitted at trial). American Needle, Inc. v. NFL, 560 U.S. 183 (2010). Represented NFL Players Association (NFLPA) in an amicus brief concerning §1 of the Sherman Act; a unanimous Supreme Court rejected the NFL’s arguments in favor of the NFLPA.Represented chairman of major U.S… Show more SEC v. Mark Cuban, 634 F.Supp.2d 713 (N.D. Tex. 2009). In a landmark ruling, the district court invalidated an SEC rule and dismissed the insider trading claims against Mr. Cuban (later reversed, but acquitted at trial). American Needle, Inc. v. NFL, 560 U.S. 183 (2010). Represented NFL Players Association (NFLPA) in an amicus brief concerning §1 of the Sherman Act; a unanimous Supreme Court rejected the NFL’s arguments in favor of the NFLPA.Represented chairman of major U.S. political party in DOJ and FEC investigations relating to alleged misuse of campaign funds; resulted in DOJ declination of prosecution.Secured DOJ approval of proposed multi-billion dollar natural resources project involving high risk of potential corruption. Show less

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Activities and Societies: Virginia Journal of International Law, Editor; Moot Court Board, Officer

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