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Introduction
Lauren Maynard is a litigator and a member of Nixon Peabody’s Government Investigations and White Collar Defense practice group. She represents corporations and individuals in government investigations, regulatory inquiries, and complex civil and criminal litigation.
My focus
I assist companies and individuals with government investigations, criminal defense, and complex commercial disputes.
I represent and advise clients in the life sciences industry and healthcare providers with respect to the False Claims Act, Anti-Kickback Statute, Consumer Protection Act, and Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. I have been involved in assisting these clients with responding to inquiries and investigations by the DOJ and state Attorneys General Offices, as well as in civil litigation.
My practice also includes representing companies and individuals in the telecommunications and financial industries with respect to regulatory compliance. I advise clients in matters involving the Bank Secrecy Act, anti-money laundering laws, TCPA, and other regulatory frameworks, and have experience representing clients before the SEC, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, DOJ, and state Attorneys General Offices.
I also represent clients in commercial litigation matters ranging from contract disputes to civil RICO.
Representative experience
- Assisting with obtaining dismissal of $3 billion civil RICO lawsuit in the District of Massachusetts
- Assisting with defense of clinical laboratory operator in putative class action alleging violations of the TCPA. We successfully bifurcated discovery to focus on issues of individual plaintiff’s claims and adequacy as class representative. We settled case on favorable terms prior to class-wide discovery (M.D.N.C.)
- Representing telecommunications company in nationwide litigation concerning taxing and remittance obligations
- Representing the City of Boston on multiple litigation matters
- Representing one of the nation’s largest hospice providers in an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice and various U.S. Attorney’s Offices
- Participated in high-profile civil rights lawsuits on behalf of a class of children separated from their parents by United States government officials after apprehension at the border
Clerkships
- Honorable David Bunning, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky
Looking ahead
The federal government continues to prioritize white collar fraud. Companies should ensure that they have strong compliance programs in place, and should be prepared to react to investigations from both state and federal governments.
In the news
- Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
Library custodian’s whistleblower suit against city, ex-mayor fizzles
Sep 4, 2023Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly is quoted in this article, which covers a recent decision in favor of the City of Boston and former Mayor Marty Walsh in a case involving overtime whistleblower claims brought by a former Boston Public Library employee. In addition to Brian, the article mentions Boston GIWC partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing the city and former mayor.
- Law360
Boston, ex-mayor get early win in whistleblower complaint
Aug 23, 2023Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp is quoted in this article on a recent decision from the Suffolk Superior Court finding that the city of Boston and former Mayor Marty Walsh had a valid reason to fire a former Boston Public Library custodian involved in an overtime scheme. The article mentions Josh for representing the city and former mayor in the case alongside Boston GIWC partner Brian Kelly and associate Lauren Maynard.
- Law360
Feds drop ‘Varsity Blues’ charges after First Circuit setback
June 29, 2023The following article covers the government dismissing all charges against client Gamal Abdelaziz, a parent whose conviction in the Varsity Blues college admissions case was reversed on appeal last month by the First Circuit. The Law360 article mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard, for representing Mr. Abdelaziz in the case. The team also included eDiscovery director Mike Swiatocha.
- Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
Prosecutors drop ‘Varsity Blues’ charges against two parents after First Circuit ruling
June 29, 2023The following article covers the government dismissing all charges against client Gamal Abdelaziz, a parent whose conviction in the Varsity Blues college admissions case was reversed on appeal last month by the First Circuit. The Law360 article mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard, for representing Mr. Abdelaziz in the case. The team also included eDiscovery director Mike Swiatocha.
- Associated Press
Prosecutors drop Varsity Blues charges against two parents after appeals court ruling
June 29, 2023This article covers the decision by federal prosecutors to drop all charges against client Gamal Abdelaziz, a parent whose conviction in the Varsity Blues college admissions case was reversed on appeal last month by the First Circuit. The article quotes Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly on his client looking forward to putting the case behind him. In addition to Brian, the NP team representing Mr. Abdelaziz includes Boston GIWC partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard.
- Law360
‘Varsity Blues’ prosecutors won’t fight First Circuit reversals
June 6, 2023This article covers federal prosecutors notifying the First Circuit that they will not seek further review of the court’s decision to overturn the convictions of two parents in the “Varsity Blues” college admissions case. The article mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing parent Gamal Abdelaziz in the case. The NP team also includes eDiscovery director Mike Swiatocha.
- The American Lawyer
‘Litigator of the Week’ runners-up and shout outs
May 12, 2023The following articles highlight coverage of a federal appeals court decision vacating mail and wire fraud and conspiracy convictions against NP client and parent Gamal Abdelaziz in the “Varsity Blues” college admissions case. The articles quote Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, who represent Mr. Abdelaziz. Boston GIWC associate Lauren Maynard and e-discovery director Mike Swiatocha are also part of the team. The American Lawyer article below recognizes the team as first runner-up for “Litigator of the Week.”
- Law360
Law360’s ‘Legal Lions of the Week’
May 12, 2023This column highlighting the week’s top litigation victories and milestones recognizes the NP team representing client Gamal Abdelaziz, after a federal appeals court vacated mail and wire fraud and conspiracy convictions against him in the Varsity Blues college admissions case. The NP team includes Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, associate Lauren Maynard, and eDiscovery director Mike Swiatocha.
- CNN
Appeals court overturns convictions of two parents in college admissions scam
May 11, 2023The following articles highlight coverage of a federal appeals court decision vacating mail and wire fraud and conspiracy convictions against NP client and parent Gamal Abdelaziz in the “Varsity Blues” college admissions case. The articles quote Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, who represent Mr. Abdelaziz. Boston GIWC associate Lauren Maynard and e-discovery director Mike Swiatocha are also part of the team. The American Lawyer article below recognizes the team as first runner-up for “Litigator of the Week.”
- Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
First Circuit vacates convictions of two parents in ‘Varsity Blues’ scandal
May 11, 2023The following articles highlight coverage of a federal appeals court decision vacating mail and wire fraud and conspiracy convictions against NP client and parent Gamal Abdelaziz in the “Varsity Blues” college admissions case. The articles quote Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, who represent Mr. Abdelaziz. Boston GIWC associate Lauren Maynard and e-discovery director Mike Swiatocha are also part of the team. The American Lawyer article below recognizes the team as first runner-up for “Litigator of the Week.”
- The Washington Post
Appeals court overturns convictions of two parents in ‘Varsity Blues’ admissions scandal
May 10, 2023The following articles highlight coverage of a federal appeals court decision vacating mail and wire fraud and conspiracy convictions against NP client and parent Gamal Abdelaziz in the “Varsity Blues” college admissions case. The articles quote Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp. Boston GIWC associate Lauren Maynard and e-discovery director Mike Swiatocha are also part of the team representing Mr. Abdelaziz.
- The Wall Street Journal
Appeals court tosses convictions of two parents in ‘Varsity Blues’ case
May 10, 2023The following articles highlight coverage of a federal appeals court decision vacating mail and wire fraud and conspiracy convictions against NP client and parent Gamal Abdelaziz in the “Varsity Blues” college admissions case. The articles quote Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp. Boston GIWC associate Lauren Maynard and e-discovery director Mike Swiatocha are also part of the team representing Mr. Abdelaziz.
- The New York Times
Appeals court overturns fraud and conspiracy convictions in ‘Varsity Blues’ scandal
May 10, 2023The following articles highlight coverage of a federal appeals court decision vacating mail and wire fraud and conspiracy convictions against NP client and parent Gamal Abdelaziz in the “Varsity Blues” college admissions case. The articles quote Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp. Boston GIWC associate Lauren Maynard and e-discovery director Mike Swiatocha are also part of the team representing Mr. Abdelaziz.
- Associated Press
Appeals court tosses convictions of two parents in ‘Varsity Blues’ college admissions scandal
May 10, 2023The following articles highlight coverage of a federal appeals court decision vacating mail and wire fraud and conspiracy convictions against NP client and parent Gamal Abdelaziz in the “Varsity Blues” college admissions case. The articles quote Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp. Boston GIWC associate Lauren Maynard and e-discovery director Mike Swiatocha are also part of the team representing Mr. Abdelaziz.
- Law360
First Circuit overturns parents' 'Varsity Blues' fraud convictions
May 10, 2023The following articles highlight coverage of a federal appeals court decision vacating mail and wire fraud and conspiracy convictions against NP client and parent Gamal Abdelaziz in the “Varsity Blues” college admissions case. The articles quote Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp. Boston GIWC associate Lauren Maynard and e-discovery director Mike Swiatocha are also part of the team representing Mr. Abdelaziz.
- Law360
Boston pans ex-top cop’s ‘hyperbole’ in defamation document spat
March 14, 2023This article covers arguments from the city of Boston and former acting mayor Kim Janey that former police commissioner Dennis White cannot have a court review hundreds of documents as part of his defamation suit because his request is backed by a misplaced hyperbolic claim that he is being denied discovery. The article mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard, for representing the city and former acting mayor in the case.
- Law360
Government can’t duck children’s suit over border separations
Jan 12, 2023This article covers a Massachusetts federal judge ruling to allow a putative class action lawsuit, filed on behalf of children from Guatemala who were separated from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border, to move forward. The article mentions Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo from Manchester and associate Lauren Maynard from Boston, and Manchester Complex Disputes associate Nate Warecki, who are providing pro bono legal services for the children in the case.
- Courthouse News Service
Touchdown in reach for ‘Varsity Blues’ parents at First Circuit
Nov 7, 2022The following article covers Monday’s hearing before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, where Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp argued on behalf of one of two parents appealing their convictions in the college admissions case. The articles quote Josh, who represents the parent together with Boston GIWC partner Brian Kelly and associate Lauren Maynard.
- Boston Globe
Two parents urge appeals court to overturn convictions in ‘Varsity Blues’ college admissions scandal
Nov 7, 2022The following article covers Monday’s hearing before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, where Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp argued on behalf of one of two parents appealing their convictions in the college admissions case. The articles quote Josh, who represents the parent together with Boston GIWC partner Brian Kelly and associate Lauren Maynard.
- Law360
‘Varsity Blues’ convictions on shaky ground, First Circuit hints
Nov 7, 2022The following article covers Monday’s hearing before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, where Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp argued on behalf of one of two parents appealing their convictions in the college admissions case. The articles quote Josh, who represents the parent together with Boston GIWC partner Brian Kelly and associate Lauren Maynard.
- Reuters
First ‘Varsity Blues’ college scandal trial convictions tested on appeal
Nov 7, 2022The following article covers Monday’s hearing before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, where Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp argued on behalf of one of two parents appealing their convictions in the college admissions case. The articles quote Josh, who represents the parent together with Boston GIWC partner Brian Kelly and associate Lauren Maynard.
- Boston Herald
Judge tosses 11 of 14 counts in Dennis White suit against Boston, Kim Janey
This article covers a federal judge’s dismissal of the vast majority of claims in the lawsuit filed by former Boston Police Commissioner Dennis White against the city and former acting mayor Kim Janey. The article quotes Boston Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly, who is representing the city and former acting mayor. The NP team also includes Boston partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard, both of the GIWC group.July 13, 2022 - Bloomberg Law
Varsity Blues dads can remain free while appealing convictions
The following article covers a federal judge granting bail to a parent while he appeals his conviction in the college admissions case, and quote Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly. In addition to Brian, the parent’s defense team includes Boston GIWC partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard.May 19, 2022 - Associated Press
Parents convicted in college scam remain free during appeal
The following article covers a federal judge granting bail to a parent while he appeals his conviction in the college admissions case, and quote Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly. In addition to Brian, the parent’s defense team includes Boston GIWC partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard.May 19, 2022 - Law360
Varsity Blues feds relent on bail amid First Circuit appeal
This article covers a decision by federal prosecutors to no longer oppose bail for a parent appealing his conviction in the college admissions case. The article quotes a letter that Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly sent to Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen Frank, and it also mentions Boston GIWC partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing the parent.May 11, 2022 - Law360
Varsity Blues dad says feds misled judge in fighting bail
This article on a parent appealing his conviction in the college admissions case covers an argument that the government misled the court when opposing bail pending appeal. This article quotes Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly from a letter sent to the Assistant U.S. Attorney, and Boston GIWC partner Josh Sharp from comments Monday. Boston GIWC associate Lauren Maynard is also mentioned as part of the team representing the parent.May 2, 2022 - Law360
Flawed "Varsity Blues" theory skewed trial, First Circuit told
The following articles cover an appeal by a parent in the college admissions case to have his conviction overturned by the First Circuit. The coverage mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing the parent.April 25, 2022 - The New York Times
Two parents appeal their convictions in Varsity Blues scandal
The following article coversan appeal by a parent in the college admissions case to have his conviction overturned by the First Circuit. The coverage mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing the parent.April 25, 2022 - Boston Herald
Federal judge tosses parts of Dennis White lawsuit against Boston
This article covers a judge’s decision to throw out two of the three federal counts made by former Boston Police Commissioner Dennis White against the city in his wrongful termination lawsuit. The story quotes Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly, who is representing the City of Boston and the former acting mayor, on this positive development. In addition to Brian, the NP team includes Boston GIWC partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard.March 30, 2022 - Law360
Fired Boston top cop may lose federal claims, judge hints
This article covers a judge’s suggestion that he might cut federal claims from former Boston Police Commissioner Dennis White’s wrongful termination lawsuit against the city and former acting Mayor Kim Janey, leaving only state law claims. The article mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing the City of Boston and the former acting mayor.March 21, 2022 - Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
Pair of recent victories hearten counsel for MassHealth providers
Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp is quoted extensively in this article covering the potential implications of two recent court decisions involving providers and payments in Massachusetts’ MassHealth Medicaid program. Josh, Boston GIWC partner Brian Kelly, and associate Lauren Maynard successfully represented Suburban Home Health Care in one of these notable cases, which established a statute of limitations for MassHealth’s pursuit of overpayments.Dec 29, 2021 - Law360
Feds rest Varsity Blues case as focus shifts to defense
This article, covering a range of items as the prosecution rested their case in the first college admissions trial, quotes Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly from his questioning of a government auditor. In addition to Brian, the article mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of two parents on trial.Sep 29, 2021 - Law360
Jury told Varsity Blues honcho claimed Steve Jobs as client
This article covers a letter the NP team sent to the United States Attorney, which called the trial team’s hearsay objections to evidence admissibility baseless, resulting in the government withdrawing its objections. In addition to quoting from the letter, the article mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of two parents on trial.Sep 28, 2021 - Law360
Tearful coach tells ‘Varsity Blues’ jury of Loughlin fakery
This article on the college admissions trial quotes Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly from questioning of a former University of Southern California soccer coach. In addition to Brian, the article mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of two parents on trial.Sep 27, 2021 - Law360
Jury hears USC coach never heard of Varsity Blues recruit
This article on the college admissions trial quotes Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly from questioning of a former University of Southern California women’s basketball coach. Of note from the questioning, Brian asked the coach whether Larry Bird or Magic Johnson was the better player in her opinion. In addition to Brian, the article mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of two parents on trial.Sep 24, 2021 - Law360
'Varsity Blues' kids' choice of sport didn't matter jury hears
This article, covering the latest developments in the college admissions trial, quotes Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly from cross-examination of an FBI special agent. In addition to Brian, the article mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of two parents on trial.Sep 23, 2021 - Law360
Varsity Blues jury hears BigLaw attorneys deal with mastermind
The following article highlights Tuesday’s media coverage of the college admissions trial, in which Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard are defending one of two parents on trial. The articles quote Brian from the first full day of testimony. Additional coverage available upon request.Sep 14, 2021 - The American Lawyer
Prosecutors play secret recording of ex-Willkie co-chairman Gordon Caplan in college admission bribery trial
The following article highlights Tuesday’s media coverage of the college admissions trial, in which Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard are defending one of two parents on trial. The articles quote Brian from the first full day of testimony. Additional coverage available upon request.Sep 14, 2021 - The Boston Globe
College admissions bribery scheme mastermind boasts of concierge service
The following article highlights Tuesday’s media coverage of the college admissions trial, in which Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard are defending one of two parents on trial. The articles quote Brian from the first full day of testimony. Additional coverage available upon request.Sep 14, 2021 - The American Lawyer
Defense attorneys say Varsity Blues parents were victims of a fraudster
The following articles highlight media coverage from Monday’s start of the first college admissions trial, in which Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard are defending one of two parents on trial. The articles quote Brian from opening statements. Additional coverage available upon request.Sep 13, 2021 - The New York Times
Parents were duped, their lawyers say in start of college admissions trial
The following article highlights media coverage from Monday’s start of the first college admissions trial, in which Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard are defending one of two parents on trial. The articles quote Brian from opening statements. Additional coverage available upon request.Sep 13, 2021 - The Boston Globe
First trial in Varsity Blues scandal begins
The following article highlights media coverage from Monday’s start of the first college admissions trial, in which Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard are defending one of two parents on trial. The articles quote Brian from opening statements. Additional coverage available upon request.Sep 13, 2021 - The Wall Street Journal
Varsity Blues college-admissions trial opens with competing claims about parents intent
The following article highlights media coverage from Monday’s start of the first college admissions trial, in which Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard are defending one of two parents on trial. The articles quote Brian from opening statements. Additional coverage available upon request.Sep 13, 2021 - Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
MassHealth recoupment action deemed untimely
This article covers a significant litigation win on behalf of home health care agency Suburban Home Health Care, a decision that will have wide-ranging implications for health care providers doing business in Massachusetts. Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard represented Suburban Home Health Care in the case.Sep 13, 2021 - Reuters
First trial in US college admission scandal to begin
The following article covers Monday’s start of the first college admissions trial, mentioning Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard, who are defending one of two parents on trial.Sep 13, 2021 - Law360
Varsity Blues mastermind not expected to testify at trial
The following article covers Monday’s start of the first college admissions trial, mentioning Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard, who are defending one of two parents on trial.Sep 10, 2021 - Law360
What to watch for as 'Varsity Blues' gets jury trial debut
This article provides an overview of the first college admissions trial set to begin Monday and mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard for defending one of two parents set for trial.Sep 9, 2021 - Reuters
Prosecution may not call star witness in 1st trial in U.S. college admissions scandal
The following article covers the latest developments leading up to the first college admissions trial and profile the NP team defending one of two parents set for trial: Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard. Of note, the NLJ article provides background on the three attorneys, including a recent win for Suburban Home Health Care, which will effectively set a limit by which MassHealth can seek to recoup alleged overpayments from providers across the state.Sep 8, 2021 - Boston Business Journal
SJC rules MassHealth can't collect on decade-old overcharges
This article covers a significant litigation win on behalf of home health care agency Suburban Home Health Care, a decision that will have wide-ranging implications for health care providers doing business in Massachusetts. The article quotes Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly, while the NP team also included Boston partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard, both of the Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice.Sep 8, 2021 - Law360
Varsity Blues parents say feds tried to bully witnesses
The following article covers the latest developments leading up to the first college admissions trial and profile the NP team defending one of two parents set for trial: Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard. Of note, the NLJ article provides background on the three attorneys, including a recent win for Suburban Home Health Care, which will effectively set a limit by which MassHealth can seek to recoup alleged overpayments from providers across the state.Sep 7, 2021 - National Law Journal
Who's representing ‘Varsity Blues’ parents in the first admissions scandal trial?
The following article covers the latest developments leading up to the first college admissions trial and profile the NP team defending one of two parents set for trial: Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard. Of note, the NLJ article provides background on the three attorneys, including a recent win for Suburban Home Health Care, which will effectively set a limit by which MassHealth can seek to recoup alleged overpayments from providers across the state.Sep 7, 2021 - Law360
‘Varsity Blues’ parents say Zoom trial will stir ‘media frenzy’
This article covers a motion by parents in next month’s college admissions trial not to livestream the proceedings, arguing it would harm their shot at a fair trial. The story mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of the parents scheduled for trial.Aug 31, 2021 - Law360
Meet the key players in the first Varsity Blues trial
This article highlighting key people involved in next month’s college admissions trial mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of the parents scheduled for trial, and provides background on some of the team’s notable cases.Aug 30, 2021 - Law360
First Varsity Blues trial to forge ahead despite virus surge
This article on the September college admissions trial moving forward mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of the parents scheduled for trial. The article also quotes Brian on whether the prosecution will call its star witness to testify.Aug 18, 2021 - Law360
‘Varsity Blues’ Feds blast ‘absurd’ bid to shave evidence
This article, covering the latest developments in the college admissions case, mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of the parents scheduled for trial later this year.Aug 6, 2021 - Law360
Varsity Blues parents want no talk of their wealth at trial
This article covers a request by parents in the college admissions case to exclude evidence at trial about their wealth, income, spending, or lifestyles, with the motion stating such evidence could unfairly prejudice the jury. The story mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of the parents who filed the motion.Aug 2, 2021 - Law360
Varsity Blues parents say feds muzzling key witnesses
This article covers a motion by four parents in the college admissions case to grant immunity to key witnesses or otherwise dismiss the case. The story mentions Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard, all of the Boston office, for representing one of the parents who filed the motion.July 28, 2021 - Law360
Feds can't merge ‘Varsity Blues’ trials, judge says
This article covers a judge’s ruling that will keep two trials in the college admissions case, denying a request from prosecutors to combine the trials. The story mentions Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard, all of the Boston office, for representing one of the remaining defendants.July 15, 2021 - Boston Herald
Boston changes up lawyers in Dennis White case
This article highlights the hiring of Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly, Complex Commercial Disputes partner and Boston office co-managing partner Kathleen Ceglarski Burns, and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense associate Lauren Maynard—all of the Boston office—to defend the City of Boston and acting Mayor Kim Janey in a defamation and civil rights lawsuit filed by the recently fired police commissioner.July 13, 2021 - Law360
Feds renew push for single ‘Varsity Blues’ parents trial
This article on whether there will be one or two trials in the college admissions case mentions Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Brian Kelly and Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard, all of the Boston office, for representing one of the remaining eight defendants.July 6, 2021 - Law360
Boston taps Nixon Peabody to defend suit by fired top cop
This article highlights the hiring of Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly, Complex Commercial Disputes partner and Boston office co-managing partner Kathleen Ceglarski Burns, and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense associate Lauren Maynard—all of the Boston office—to defend the City of Boston and acting Mayor Kim Janey in a defamation and civil rights lawsuit filed by the recently fired police commissioner.July 6, 2021 - Law360
First Varsity Blues trial to premiere in Boston in September
Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly is quoted in this article on the college admissions case, after a federal judge on Tuesday affirmed the September trial date for five of the eight parents who are still fighting charges. Along with Brian, the story mentions Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Josh Sharp and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of the defendants scheduled for trial in September.June 15, 2021 - The Boston Globe
What Biden owes children and families separated at the border
This article, covering a national class action lawsuit that seeks compensation for thousands of families separated at the border under the previous administration, quotes Manchester Complex Corporate Disputes associate Nate Warecki on how the facts in the case may lead to an upending of precedents. In addition to Nate, Government Investigations & White Collar Defense practice group leader David Vicinanzo and Boston associate Lauren Maynard are also working on the case.Feb 13, 2021 - Law360
Pandemic Delays "Varsity Blues" Trial Until September
This article covers a judge’ s decision to delay the February college admissions trial until September 2021, following concerns raised by attorneys on both sides about health risks and logistical hurdles during the COVID-19 pandemic. The story quotes Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly and mentions Brian, Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner-elect Joshua Sharp, and associate Lauren Maynard for representing one of the defendants.Dec 21, 2020 - Law360
Start Date For First 'Varsity Blues' Trial Delayed Until February
This article, covering a judge’s order to delay the first college admissions trial until February due to the coronavirus pandemic, mentions Boston Government Investigations and White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly and associates Lauren Maynard and Joshua Sharp for representing one of the defendants in the first trial.Aug 6, 2020 - <a href="https://www.law360.com/articles/1292867/feds-varsity-blues-parents-agree-virus-should-delay-trial" target="_blank">Law360</a>
Feds, 'Varsity Blues' Parents Agree Virus Should Delay Trial
This article covers a request by prosecutors in the college admissions case to delay the first trial until late February due to COVID-19 challenges and safety concerns. Counsel for several defendants assented to the request, and the story mentions Boston Government Investigations and White-Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly and associates Joshua Sharp and Lauren Maynard for representing one of the defendants.July 16, 2020 - Law360
1st 'Varsity Blues' Trial Date Remains Firm Despite Pandemic
This article detailing the latest developments in the college admissions case mentions Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly and associates Joshua Sharp and Lauren Maynard, all of Boston, as co-counsel to a defendant in the case.May 30, 2020 - Law360
Loughlin, "Varsity" Blues-parents want "sham" case tossed
This story on the latest developments in the college admissions matter mentions Government Investigations and White Collar Defense partner Brian Kelly and associates Josh Sharp and Lauren Maynard for their representation of Gamal Abdelaziz.March 25, 2020 - Law360
Feds want out of kids' damages suit over border separation
Manchester Complex Commercial Disputes associate Nate Warecki and Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense associate Lauren Maynard are mentioned in this story for the pro bono representation of a proposed class of migrant children who are attempting to sue the federal government for damages related to family separation at the southern border.Jan 9, 2019 - Law360
US officials conspired against, owe immigrant kids: suit
This article is about a class action lawsuit filed in Massachusetts federal court against the Trump administration regarding the government’s policy of family separation. Boston Government Investigations and White Collar Defense associate Lauren Maynard and Manchester Complex Commercial Disputes associate Nate Warecki are mentioned as co-counsel for representing the children that have been separated from their parents at the border.Sep 6, 2018
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Harvard Law School, J.D.
Morehead State University, B.S., summa cum laude
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