Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Whistleblower Legal Team in New York
McInnis Law is a nationally recognized legal practice dedicated to representing whistleblowers in qui tam actions and other complex legal matters. Founded in 1999 by Timothy J. McInnis, a former Assistant United States Attorney, the firm specializes in False Claims Act cases, employment retaliation claims, and matters involving the SEC and IRS Whistleblower Programs. With a focus on strategic and ethical representation, the firm prioritizes client confidentiality and aims to meet individual needs through personalized legal strategies. McInnis Law has achieved a 70% government intervention rate in qui tam cases, resulting in over $100 million in recoveries for government treasuries and corresponding whistleblower rewards.The firm offers a cutting-edge identity protection program and handles cases on a contingency fee basis, ensuring no upfront costs for clients. Testimonials highlight the team's professionalism, communication, and persistence in securing favorable outcomes. McInnis Law associates with other legal professionals and investigators when necessary, leveraging extensive experience in healthcare fraud, customs duty violations, and anti-kickback statutes. The firm's commitment to transparency, client education, and strategic advocacy underscores its reputation as a trusted leader in whistleblower litigation.
Services
Qui Tam Legal Services
False Claims Act Representation
Whistleblower Protection
Employment Retaliation Cases
SEC & IRS Whistleblower Programs
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Highest government intervention rate in qui tam cases nationwide
- Over $100 million recovered in False Claims Act cases
- Contingency fee basis ensures no upfront costs for clients
- Confidential consultations and identity protection programs
- Decades of experience in whistleblower litigation and fraud cases
What people say
Exceeding expectations
Consummate professional
Successful settlements
Confidential consultations
Persistent advocacy
Services
Qui Tam Legal Services
McInnis Law specializes in qui tam lawsuits under federal and state False Claims Acts, representing whistleblowers in cases involving healthcare fraud, customs duty evasion, and anti-kickback violations. Our team leverages decades of prosecutorial experience to secure government intervention and maximize client recoveries. We handle cases on a contingency basis, ensuring no upfront costs while providing strategic guidance throughout the legal process.
False Claims Act Representation
The firm represents clients in False Claims Act cases involving healthcare billing fraud, pharmaceutical violations, and defense contractor misconduct. With a 70% government intervention rate, McInnis Law strategically navigates complex legal challenges to recover funds for taxpayers and whistleblowers. Services include case evaluation, evidence development, and litigation in federal and state courts.
Whistleblower Protection
McInnis Law offers a cutting-edge identity protection program to safeguard whistleblowers' anonymity during legal proceedings. The firm ensures strict confidentiality in initial consultations and implements measures to prevent unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, addressing clients' concerns about retaliation and privacy.
Employment Retaliation Cases
The firm advocates for whistleblowers facing employment retaliation, including wrongful termination and wage disputes. McInnis Law handles cases under Sarbanes-Oxley and other protections, seeking compensation for lost wages and reinstatement. Services are offered under flexible fee arrangements, including contingency and hourly billing.
SEC & IRS Whistleblower Programs
McInnis Law assists clients in reporting securities and tax fraud to federal agencies, including the SEC and IRS Whistleblower Programs. The team guides clients through submission processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while maximizing potential rewards for exposing financial misconduct.
People
Timothy J. McInnis
Founder & Attorney
Timothy J. McInnis, a former Assistant U.S. Attorney, established McInnis Law in 1999 after prosecuting federal fraud cases. With over 30 years of legal experience, he specializes in whistleblower litigation, including qui tam lawsuits and employment retaliation cases. He graduated from NYU School of Law and is admitted to multiple federal courts.
Thomas Fallati
Attorney
Thomas Fallati, a former federal prosecutor, collaborates with McInnis Law on whistleblower cases. With expertise in complex litigation, he focuses on qui tam lawsuits in the Northern District of New York. He emphasizes healthcare, defense industry, and government contracting fraud cases.
Richard F. Bernstein
Of Counsel
Richard F. Bernstein brings thoroughness to whistleblower and employment matters. With experience at prominent law firms and as a mediator, he contributes expertise in qui tam litigation and whistleblower protections. He holds degrees from Williams College and Harvard Law School.
Paul B. Brickfield
Attorney
Paul B. Brickfield serves as local counsel in New Jersey False Claims Act cases. A former Assistant U.S. Attorney, he graduated magna cum laude from Holy Cross and the University of Virginia School of Law. He focuses on whistleblower litigation in the state.
Questions
What is a qui tam lawsuit?
A qui tam lawsuit allows a private individual to sue on behalf of the government for fraud, recovering funds and receiving a percentage of the settlement.
How does McInnis Law handle whistleblower cases?
McInnis Law represents whistleblowers in False Claims Act cases on a contingency basis, ensuring no upfront fees while securing government intervention and maximizing recoveries.
What protections exist for whistleblowers?
Whistleblowers are protected from retaliation under federal laws, including reinstatement and compensation for lost wages if they face employment repercussions.
Does McInnis Law offer confidentiality?
Yes, all initial consultations are confidential, and the firm provides an identity protection program to safeguard whistleblowers' anonymity during legal proceedings.
What types of fraud cases does McInnis Law handle?
The firm specializes in healthcare fraud, customs duty evasion, anti-kickback violations, and SEC/IRS whistleblower programs, among other False Claims Act cases.
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