Michael J. Morillo focuses his practice on a range of government investigations, internal reviews, and strategic response matters, with a particular emphasis on anti-discrimination investigations and counseling. He represents a wide range of clients—including start-ups, major universities, financial institutions, and global technology companies.

Mr. Morillo represents clients in both civil and criminal investigations before the US Department of Justice (DOJ), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), state attorneys general offices and other regulators. He has particular experience in high-stakes investigations and counseling concerning federal and state anti-discrimination laws, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, insider trading, and market manipulation.

Mr. Morillo also helps clients evaluate and enhance their policies and practices concerning issues of workplace culture, racial equity, civil rights and human rights.  He provides strategic counseling to clients regarding legal and reputational risks when faced with potential crises or allegations of specific misconduct. 

Mr. Morillo joined the firm's New York office in 2014 and moved to the Los Angeles office in 2019. He is a member of the New York and California bar associations.