James H. Knapp is a member of the firm’s Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution, Investigations, Audits, and Regulatory Compliance, and White Collar Criminal Defense Practice Groups. James’ practice includes a wide variety of commercial, health care and employment matters. His practice also includes investigations and regulatory compliance. James defends clients in matters before administrative agencies and in the state and federal courts.

With over 20 years of service as an Assistant U.S. Attorney, James has a wealth of experience. His most recent role as Chief of the Long Island Division’s Civil Section, in the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of New York, saw him overseeing all of the office’s defensive and affirmative litigation. His expertise spans a wide range of areas, including drug and chemical diversion, health care fraud, employment discrimination, and federal program fraud. James earned a reputation as a formidable trial attorney, having tried numerous jury trials to verdict and defending those verdicts on appeal before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.

James’ educational background and professional achievements are a testament to his competence. He received his J.D. from Brooklyn Law School and his B.A. from the University of San Diego. His recent accolades include the U.S. Attorney’s Award for Superior Performance in a Civil Defensive Matter and the Charles E. Rose Award from the Eastern District Association.