Experienced attorney brings 25 years of federal government expertise gained from the U.S. DOJ, U.S. Senate and NSF Inspector General's Office
PhillipsLytleLLPannouncedtheadditionofScottL.Sroka asSpecial Counsel. As a seasoned federal litigator, Mr. Sroka brings 25 years of experience representing the United States in federal courts, handling complex matters spanning civil, criminal, immigration, education and other complex areas of the law. His appointment strengthens the firm's expertise in navigating government-related legal challenges and enhances its federal litigation and regulatory advisory capabilities.
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As Special Counsel, Mr. Sroka will leverage his extensive background to support Phillips Lytle's Litigation Practice and offer strategic counsel in government investigations and regulatory matters. His deep understanding of federal government operations-gained through his decades of work with the U.S. Department of Justice,U.S.SenateandNational ScienceFoundation'sOffice ofInspectorGeneral-uniquely positions him to advise clients on regulatory compliance, public policy, and investigations, issues and hearings involving government agencies.
“I am excited to join Phillips Lytle at a time of rising demand for navigating complex government-related legal matters. More organizations are looking for firms they can trustwhen confronted with investigationsand regulatory challenges,” Mr. Sroka said. “Ilookforwardtobringing myexperienceinmultipleareas ofthefederalgovernment and to supporting the firm's clients by delivering legal solutions that align with their broader business goals and compliance needs.”
PriortojoiningPhillips Lytle,Mr.Sroka servedasanAssistantUnited StatesAttorney inbothWashington,D.C.andtheWesternDistrict ofNewYork,wherehealsoserved as the First Assistant U.S. Attorney.
Mr. Sroka's previous federal government service includes roles as Senior Investigative AttorneywiththeNationalScience Foundation'sOfficeoftheInspector Generalandas Counsel to U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer on the Senate Judiciary Committee after working as Western New York Regional Director for Senator Schumer. His diverse experience encompasses legislative drafting, high-stakes criminal prosecution and complex civil litigation across numerous federal agencies. He also brings extensive experience in the higher education field.
“Bringing Scott Sroka to Phillips Lytle further bolsters the growth of our Litigation Practice as well as our White Collar Defense and Government InvestigationsTeam,” said Phillips Lytle Managing Partner Douglas W. Dimitroff. “The insights he's gained from his broad experience in federal investigations and litigation will strengthen our ability to help clients navigate the intersection of legal, regulatory and policy matters. HisappointmentisahomecomingasScottstarted hiscareerwithusnearly 30yearsago as a Summer Associate.”
Mr. Sroka earned his Juris Doctor from the Universityof Notre Dame Law School and holdsaBachelorofArtsdegree, magnacumlaude,inEnglishfromCanisiusUniversity, where he also serves as co-director of the Raichle Pre-Law Program.
PhillipsLytleLLPisapreeminentlawfirmthatisrecognizednationallyforitslegalexcellence. With offices throughout New York and in Chicago, Washington, D.C. and Canada, our attorneys serve a multinational client base, including Fortune 100 companies, global and regionalfinancial institutions,not-for-profitorganizations,middle-marketcompanies,startups, entrepreneurs and individuals on important matters affecting their businesses and personal wealth. For more information, visit www.phillipslytle.com.
Contact:Tracey ManciniCommunications Manager 716-847-8340tmancini@phillipslytle.com
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