Deferred prosecution agreements (DPAs) have gained traction in the US and UK in recent years. Both regulators and companies have an affinity for them; such agreements can often resolve legal matters quickly and reduce litigation costs. DPAs can help companies move past questionable actions and avoid the potentially painful and costly spotlight of ongoing litigation and damage to their brand and reputation.
Litigation partners Zane Memeger and Chris Warren-Smith are among the authors of this article.