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Hilgers Graben’s Scott Mascianica Earns Spot on Securities Docket’s 2024 ‘Enforcement Elite’ List

Honor awarded at Securities Enforcement Forum in Washington, D.C.

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hilgers Graben, a leading national litigation firm, is proud to announce that Scott Mascianica, the firm’s head of government investigations and regulatory enforcement, has been named to Securities Docket’s “Enforcement Elite” 2024 list, which recognizes the top securities enforcement defense counsel in the industry.

The publication describes honorees as professionals who not only have the “right stuff to handle bet-the-company matters, but are also the kind of defensive specialists critical to have on speed-dial should the SEC’s Division of Enforcement come calling.”

“Scott’s honor is a testament to his contributions to this field,” said Heather Hilgers, firm founder and managing partner. “We feel fortunate to have his leadership and experience elevate our entire team.”

Mr. Mascianica is recognized as one of Texas's foremost attorneys specializing in white-collar crime and government investigations. A former Assistant Director of Enforcement at the Securities and Exchange Commission, he leads a national practice, leveraging his extensive experience to successfully represent clients in investigations conducted by the SEC, the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and various state regulators, as well as self-regulatory organizations. He also served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Colorado, prosecuting crimes involving securities-related misconduct.

Learn more about the honor here.

About Hilgers Graben PLLC

Hilgers Graben PLLC is a nationwide litigation and discovery counsel law firm specializing in complex commercial and intellectual property litigation, government and internal investigations, discovery counsel services and trademark services. Hilgers Graben combines elite legal talent with common sense business principles to provide high-value legal services while avoiding the billing rate insanity. The firm has more than 140 professionals nationwide, including top attorneys recruited from leading firms across the country. Its business model and cultural approach have created significant traction in the marketplace. The firm has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America six times, including in 2024, and was named a Best Law Firm in 2022 and 2023 by Best Lawyers and U.S. News and World Report, and by Best Lawyers in 2024. In addition to NAMWOLF certification, Hilgers Graben is certified as a woman-owned business by WBENC (Women’s Business Enterprise National Council). More information at HilgersGraben.com.

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