Brian Cromwell is a former state and federal prosecutor who counsels clients on internal investigations, white collar criminal defense, regulatory enforcement issues, and civil litigation. His clients include financial institutions such as broker-dealers and banks, health care providers, sports and entertainment clients, and manufacturers.
Clients have praised Brian's business acumen, including his focus on providing solutions that align with their business strategy. His partners at Parker Poe have also recognized his business sense, as he serves on the firm's board of directors.
Brian represents clients in encounters with the U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), state attorneys general, and other prosecutors and regulators.
Brian has served as an assistant district attorney for Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, where he gained substantial investigative and trial experience in a variety of cases. Following his tenure as an assistant district attorney, he served as an assistant United States attorney for the Department of Justice, Western District of North Carolina.
Prior to attending law school, Brian gained valuable experience as a financial analyst and a tax consultant, which sparked his practical and legal insight into complex corporate criminal issues.