- $500M+ Gross Recoveries Since 2006
Expert in white-collar Criminal Defense & Internal Corporate Investigation.
She helps individuals and businesses navigate complex legal challenges, including fraud cases, tax disputes, government investigations, and high-value commercial conflicts. With a practical, results-driven approach, she is committed to protecting her clients and achieving the best possible outcomes.
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Covered. Hard fought. Hard earned.
Hundreds of millions recovered for clients by strategically handling fraud investigations, asset recovery actions, and high-value settlement negotiations.
About Me
Undefeated Expert in white-collar Criminal Defense Lawyer in New York City
I am a fraud lawyer focused on defending individuals and businesses facing complex financial crime allegations.
Sharon L. McCarthy, a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, has extensive experience representing individuals and corporations in white-collar criminal matters, civil and criminal tax controversies, and complex commercial litigation.
Her matters have covered a wide range of issues involving allegations of tax fraud; mail and wire fraud, including theft of honest services; accounting fraud; failure to file tax returns; criminal antitrust violations; FCPA violations; securities fraud, including unregistered offerings of cryptocurrency, insider trading, and alleged market manipulation;…
Why Choose Sharon McCarthy and Team
Specialized Fraud Expertise
Focused exclusively on fraud and financial crime matters, ensuring precise strategy and informed defense in complex cases.
Proven Results
A strong track record of successful recoveries, strategic resolutions, and favorable outcomes in high-stakes fraud cases.
Client-Focused Representation
Clear communication, practical advice, and dedicated representation from investigation through resolution.
Strategic & Discreet Approach
Every case is handled with confidentiality, careful analysis, and a tailored legal strategy to protect reputations.
Sharon L McCarthy is Recognized by
Areas of Practice
Specialized practice providing strategic counsel across fraud, financial crime, and regulatory matters.
White Collar Criminal Matters
Defense against complex, non-violent financial crime allegations involving individuals and organizations.
Civil and Criminal Tax Controversies
Representation in disputes with tax authorities, including audits, assessments, and criminal charges.
Asset Recovery
Tracing and recovering assets lost through fraud, misappropriation, and financial misconduct.
Insider Trading and Market Manipulation
Advising and defending clients accused of unlawful trading and market abuse practices.
Bank Fraud
Representation in matters involving alleged financial institution fraud and related offenses.
Government Investigations of Tax Fraud
Strategic counsel during tax fraud investigations to protect rights and limit exposure.