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Regulatory and corporate compliance attorney
Confidential Business Counsel

Regulatory Pressure?
We Build Compliance Programs That Work.

The DOJ evaluates whether your compliance program is real or just paper. We build programs that pass that test -- and protect your business from enforcement actions before they start.

Serving businesses across New York, New Jersey & Connecticut

24+

Years Experience

Multi-State

Jurisdictions

100%

Confidential

B2B

Business-Focused

Compliance & Governance Services

What We Do for Your Business

Compliance Program Development

Build DOJ-aligned compliance frameworks tailored to your industry, risk profile, and regulatory environment.

Internal Investigations

Conduct privileged internal investigations that satisfy regulators while protecting corporate interests.

Corporate Governance Advisory

Structure board oversight, committee charters, and officer duties to meet state and federal governance standards.

Regulatory Audit Preparation

Prepare documentation, train personnel, and run mock audits so your organization is ready before regulators arrive.

Whistleblower Program Design

Design compliant reporting channels and anti-retaliation policies that meet Dodd-Frank and SOX requirements.

Risk Assessment & Management

Identify, quantify, and mitigate regulatory risks across operations with enterprise-level risk frameworks.

Board & Officer Training

Deliver fiduciary duty training, compliance certifications, and governance workshops for leadership teams.

Enforcement Defense

Defend your organization against SEC, DOJ, and state AG enforcement actions, investigations, and consent orders.

The Business Case

Why Compliance Matters Now More Than Ever

Enforcement is accelerating. Penalties are increasing. The cost of non-compliance dwarfs the cost of prevention.

$2.6B

SEC Penalties (2023)

Record enforcement recoveries signal intensifying regulatory scrutiny across all sectors.

784

SEC Actions Filed

Enforcement actions reached a decade high, targeting companies of every size.

95%

Penalty Reduction

Maximum fine reduction available under Federal Sentencing Guidelines for effective compliance programs.

3x

Reactive vs. Proactive

Responding to enforcement costs on average three times more than building a compliance program proactively.

Getting Started

Three Steps to Compliance Confidence

1

Call or Click

Reach us at (516) 750-0595 or submit a confidential inquiry through our contact form. We respond within one business day.

2

Free Compliance Assessment

We evaluate your current regulatory exposure, identify gaps in your compliance posture, and outline a prioritized action plan -- no obligation.

3

We Build Your Program

We design, implement, and maintain a compliance program calibrated to your industry, risk profile, and growth trajectory. Audit-ready from day one.

Why Tenenbaum Law

Compliance Counsel That Understands Your Business

Regulatory compliance is not a checkbox exercise. It requires counsel who understands both the legal framework and the operational realities of running a business. With 24 years of practice across litigation, insurance, and corporate advisory, we bring a perspective that pure compliance shops cannot match.

Multi-Jurisdictional Practice

We advise businesses operating across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and federal regulatory regimes -- navigating overlapping compliance obligations.

Cross-Industry Experience

Financial services, healthcare, insurance, fintech, real estate, manufacturing -- we adapt compliance frameworks to your sector's specific regulatory landscape.

Audit-Ready Documentation

Every policy, procedure, and training record we produce is structured for regulatory examination. When auditors arrive, your documentation speaks for itself.

Confidential Counsel

All compliance assessments, internal investigations, and advisory work are protected by attorney-client privilege. Your regulatory exposure stays between us.

"Jason's team built a compliance program that survived a full regulatory audit without a single finding. That kind of preparation gives our board real confidence."
C

CFO, Mid-Market Financial Services Firm

Multi-State Compliance Engagement

Regulatory Landscape

The Frameworks We Navigate

Our compliance programs are built against the specific statutes, guidelines, and enforcement frameworks that govern your business.

DOJ Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs

The prosecutorial framework for determining whether a company's compliance program is effective, well-designed, and applied in good faith.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)

Financial reporting controls, audit committee requirements, whistleblower protections, and CEO/CFO certification obligations for public companies.

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)

Anti-bribery and accounting provisions governing U.S. companies with international operations, agents, or third-party intermediaries.

NY Business Corporation Law

Governance requirements for New York corporations including board duties, shareholder rights, indemnification, and fiduciary obligations.

Federal Sentencing Guidelines Ch. 8

The framework that allows up to 95% penalty reduction for organizations with effective compliance and ethics programs at the time of an offense.

SEC Enforcement Framework

Securities regulation enforcement including cooperation credit, self-reporting incentives, and compliance program consideration in settlement negotiations.

Common Questions

Regulatory Compliance FAQ

What does a regulatory compliance attorney actually do?
A regulatory compliance attorney helps businesses build, implement, and maintain programs that satisfy federal and state regulatory requirements. This includes drafting internal policies, conducting risk assessments, preparing for audits, running internal investigations, and defending against enforcement actions from agencies like the SEC, DOJ, and state attorneys general.
How do I know if my company needs a compliance program?
If your business is subject to any federal or state regulation -- including securities laws, anti-money laundering statutes, data privacy requirements, or industry-specific rules -- you need a compliance program. The DOJ's Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs makes clear that an effective program can significantly reduce penalties and even prevent prosecution.
What is the DOJ Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs?
It is a framework published by the U.S. Department of Justice that prosecutors use to evaluate whether a company's compliance program is effective. It examines three core questions: Is the program well-designed? Is it being applied earnestly and in good faith? Does it work in practice? Our firm structures compliance programs to satisfy each prong of this evaluation.
Can an effective compliance program reduce penalties?
Yes. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines Chapter 8, an effective compliance and ethics program can reduce fines by up to 95%. The DOJ also considers compliance program effectiveness when deciding whether to bring charges at all, offering declinations or deferred prosecution agreements to companies with robust programs.
What industries do you serve for compliance work?
We serve clients across financial services, fintech, healthcare, real estate, insurance, manufacturing, and technology. Our compliance frameworks are industry-adaptive -- we tailor every program to the specific regulatory environment, risk profile, and operational complexity of your business.
How much does a compliance consultation cost?
Your initial compliance assessment is free. Call (516) 750-0595 to schedule a confidential conversation about your regulatory exposure and compliance needs. We will outline a clear scope of work and fee structure before any engagement begins.
What is the difference between corporate governance and regulatory compliance?
Corporate governance refers to the internal structures, policies, and processes that direct and control a company -- board oversight, officer duties, and shareholder rights. Regulatory compliance refers to adherence to external laws and regulations. Both are critical, and we advise on the intersection where governance failures create regulatory exposure.
Do you handle SEC and FCPA investigations?
Yes. We defend companies and individuals in SEC enforcement proceedings, FCPA investigations, and related DOJ inquiries. We also conduct proactive FCPA compliance audits and build anti-corruption programs for companies with international operations.
Jason Tenenbaum, Personal Injury Attorney serving Long Island, Nassau County and Suffolk County

About the Author

Jason Tenenbaum

Jason Tenenbaum is a personal injury attorney serving Long Island, Nassau & Suffolk Counties, and New York City. Admitted to practice in NY, NJ, FL, TX, GA, MI, and Federal courts, Jason is one of the few attorneys who writes his own appeals and tries his own cases. Since 2002, he has authored over 2,353 articles on no-fault insurance law, personal injury, and employment law — a resource other attorneys rely on to stay current on New York appellate decisions.

Education
Syracuse University College of Law
Experience
24+ Years
Articles
2,353+ Published
Licensed In
7 States + Federal

Protect Your Business Before Regulators Act

Enforcement Actions Are Expensive.
Effective Compliance Programs Are Not.

The cost of a regulatory investigation -- legal fees, penalties, operational disruption, reputational damage -- far exceeds the investment in building a compliance program that works. Start with a free assessment.

Confidential. No obligation. Attorney-client privilege from the first conversation.

About Our Legal Practice

The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C. has been representing injured individuals and workers throughout Long Island and New York City since 2002. Attorney Jason Tenenbaum founded the firm, headquartered at 326 Walt Whitman Road, Suite C, Huntington Station, New York 11746. The firm's six attorneys bring over 112 combined years of legal experience to personal injury, employment discrimination, no-fault insurance, and workers' compensation cases. The team speaks English, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, and Russian.

Attorney Tenenbaum has written more than 1,000 appellate briefs, handled over 100,000 no-fault insurance cases, and recovered over $100 million in verdicts and settlements. He is admitted to practice in New York, New Jersey, Florida, Texas, Georgia, and Michigan state courts, as well as multiple federal courts. His 2,353+ published legal articles analyzing New York case law make him one of the most prolific legal commentators in the state. In fact, attorneys, judges, and insurance professionals across all four Appellate Division departments rely on his analysis.

The firm operates on a contingency fee basis for personal injury and employment discrimination cases — you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf. Every consultation is free and confidential. Our practice areas include car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, slip and fall injuries, premises liability, medical malpractice, product liability, and dog bites. Additionally, we handle construction accidents, wrongful death, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, workplace harassment, wage and hour violations, no-fault insurance disputes, and workers' compensation claims. Call (516) 750-0595 for a free consultation.

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