Practice areas: White Collar Crimes, International, Business Litigation; view more
Licensed in Washington DC since: 2013
Education: University of Baltimore School of Law
Languages spoken: English, Spanish
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Boyle & Jasari
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Dennis Boyle is an eminent attorney and a founding partner at Boyle & Jasari LLP, with offices strategically located in Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Maryland and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With a robust practice that spans the United States and international borders, he focuses on white collar criminal defense as well as complex civil litigation and arbitration. His legal knowledge encompasses a broad spectrum of high-stakes areas, including commercial litigation, civil procedure, constitutional law and professional negligence, where he has secured numerous landmark victories.
Before establishing Boyle & Jasari LLP, Mr. Boyle honed his legal acumen in notable roles such as Assistant U.S. Attorney and First Assistant District Attorney. His background is further distinguished by his service as a Navy Judge Advocate and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, equipping him with a unique blend of governmental and military legal experience.
An alumnus of Elizabethtown College, Mr. Boyle pursued his legal education at the University of Baltimore School of Law, graduating in 1987. He is a certified criminal trial specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He boasts admissions to practice in multiple states, including Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Alaska, alongside various federal courts and the prestigious International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands.
Throughout his career, Mr. Boyle has tried over 200 criminal jury trials across federal courts in the U.S., dealing with intricate cases related to securities fraud, banking fraud, tax evasion and more. He is also a recognized speaker, sharing his insights on international legal matters such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and Anti-Money Laundering laws, both nationally and internationally.
Mr. Boyle’s commitment to the legal profession is underscored by numerous accolades, including an award for professional merit from the American Bar Association and an AV Preeminent peer-review rating* through Martindale-Hubbell. Whether navigating complex legal challenges or lecturing on critical legal issues, he remains a beacon of proficiency and integrity in the legal community.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Criminal Defense: White Collar, International, Business LitigationFocus areas
Criminal Law - Federal, Non-Compete Agreements, Trade Secret, White Collar Crime
- 50% Criminal Defense: White Collar
- 30% International
- 20% Business Litigation
First Admitted: 1987, Pennsylvania
Professional Webpage: https://www.boylejasari.com/our-team/dennis-boyle/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association, 2017
- Public Investors Advocate Bar Association
- Arbitrator for Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, 2023
- Pennsylvania, 1987
- New York
- U.S. District Court Western District of Pennsylvania, 1997
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, 2010
- U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
- Pennsylvania Bar Association
- U.S. District Court, District of Alaska
- Pennsylvania Association for Justice
- International Bar Association
- District of Columbia, 2010
- International Criminal Court (Hague, Netherlands)
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 1997
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Armed Forces
- U.S. Supreme Court, 2002
- U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- National Board of Trial Advocacy
- Alaska, 2009
- Maryland
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Pennsylvania, 1997
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit, 1997
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
- American Association for Justice
- U.S. Tax Court
Representative Clients
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York
- United States v. Penda, U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Narcotics Distribution, 2021
- United States v. Bennett, U.S. District Court Maryland, Securities and Wire Fraud., 2020
- United States v. Rayam, U.S. District Court Maryland, Racketeering., 2019
- United States v. Vimpelcom, U.S. District Court Southern District of New York, Represented two executives in Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Violation., 2018
- United States v. Powers, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, Tax Fraud., 2017
- United States v. Bitterman, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Tax Fraud., 2015
- United States v. Bard, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, Securities Fraud and Wire Fraud., 2014
- United States v. Breyer, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, War Crimes., 2014
- United States v. Chambers-Galis, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, Wire Fraud and Money Laundering., 2013
- United States v. Sivchuk, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, Medicare Fraud., 2013
- United States v. Benoit, U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Healthcare Fraud., 2012
- United States v. MoneyGram, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, Money Laundering., 2012
- McTernan v. City of York, 577 F.3d 521, Third Circuit, 2009
- Marino v. Hackman, U.S. Supreme, 1999
- Kelly v. Borough of Carlisle, 622 F.3d 521, Third Circuit, 2010
- Hollawell v. Gillis, 65 Fed.Appx. 809, Third Circuit, 2004
- McGee v. Matinez, F.3d2010 WL 4911353, CA3(Pa), 2010
- United States v. Mornan, 413 F.3d 372, Third Circuit, 2005
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Certification in International Human Rights Law—College of Law of England and Wales, 2014
- Certificate in International Trade Law—American University, 2021
Pro bono / Community Service
- Alliance Defending Freedom—Honor Guard, 2014
Honors
- Nationally Ranked Top Ten Attorney's Award
- Legal 500, Washington DC Elite 2025
- Who's Who Awards
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Listed in Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers 2011-2014, 2016 - Present
- Heusler Honor Society
- Super Lawyer in both Pennsylvania and the District of Columbia
- Alliance Defense Fund Honor Guard
- Multiple U.S. Navy Awards
- American Bar Association Award for Professional Merit
- AV rating from Martindale Hubbell
Educational Background
- Elizabethtown College, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, B.A. in Political Science, With Honors, Dean's List
- Universidad Pontifica Bolivariana, 1982
- George Washington University National Law Center, Washington, District of Columbia, LL.M. in International Law, 2004
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Mail fraud and wire fraud are among the most common white-collar cases prosecuted by the US government. Barely a day goes by without a mail fraud or wire fraud case appearing in the newspaper or on television news. The headlines are sensational: 'Businessman Defrauds Clients of Millions of Dollars' or 'Local Church Members Defrauded of Millions,' but what exactly are mail fraud and wire fraud? This book examines these two related statutes to help laymen understand what these statutes are and, just as importantly, what they are not. It goes behind the headlines to examine the arcane language of the laws and uses hypothetical real-world examples to make the statutes understandable to everyone. It explains concepts like 'scheme or artifice to defraud' or 'an intent to defraud' so that the reader can truly understand what the media is reporting. These two statutes also present traps for the unwary. Not every business deal that fails to work out is a fraud. Not every inaccurate statement made in a business setting is a 'fraud.' There are innocent mistakes. Understanding the difference between a crime and a bad idea is important to understand when the statutes should be applied and when they should not. Chapter after chapter, this book shines a light on these important distinctions. The information provided in this book does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials are provided for general informational purposes only. Readers of this publication should contact their attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular legal matter and should refrain from acting on the basis of information contained in this publication without first seeking legal advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only an attorney can determine whether the information contained herein is applicable to any particular individual's situation., Author, Understanding Mail Fraud and Wire Fraud: A Non attorney's Guide, 2022
- Author, Viewpoint: DOJ edict muddies roles, Washington Business Journal (Jan. 8, 2016)
- Author, The Right Experience, LinkedIn (Jan. 27, 2017)
- Co-Author, The International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia closes but the Kosovo Specialist Chamber has yet to Begin, Zeri (Dec. 28, 2017)
- Co-Author, The Special Investigative Measures of the Kosovo Specialist Chambers: Are the Protections Adequate?, International Enforcement Law Reporter, Vol. 34, Issue 1 (Jan. 26, 2018)
- Author, Rabobank Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy Charge, Agrees to Forfeit $368 Million, International Enforcement Law Reporter, Vol. 34, Issue 2 (Feb. 28, 2018)
- Author, Honduran Former President Faces Trial In New York Federal Court, International Enforcement Law Reporter, Vol. 38, Issue 5 (April 29, 2022)
- Most of the published literature concerning internal investigations focuses upon the role of counsel conducting an internal investigation (investigating counsel) with only scant attention paid to the rights of corporate officers, directors, and senior officials who will be interviewed during the course of the investigation, and even then, the focus is on how Upjohn warnings (449 U.S. 393 (1981)) should be given. Although investigating counsel may call themselves "white-collar attorneys" or say that they "represent the corporation" the reality is that these outside attorneys are functionally the same as prosecutors. They will at some time share their "work product" with the Department of Justice (DOJ), often with disastrous consequences to people who cooperated with the investigation. Individuals being interviewed by investigating counsel do not understand that these attorneys frequently have an agenda, and that agenda usually involves minimising responsibility for corporate misconduct and shifting responsibility away from the corporation. Unfortunately, while this is happening, the targeted individual(s) often believe they are assisting the company and do not understand the jeopardy they face., Author, Understanding the Role of Counsel in an Internal Investigation, Transatlantic Law Journal, Vol. 1, Issue 1 (Aug. 2023), 2023
- (Russian language) Article examines OFAC;s conduct that undermined a criminal prosecution., Author, OFAC Concealed Information from Justice Department, Pravo.ru, 2021
- Article examines Biden Administration's law enforcement policies toward Central America., Author, The Biden Administrations Policy toward Central America and the Challenges Posed by Corruption, International Enforcement Law Journal, 2021
- This article examines corruption on the Mexican government focusing upon the arrest of the former Mexican Drug Minister for narcotics distribution in the United States., Author, Former Mexican Defense Minister Arrested for Drug Trafficking in the United States, International Enforcement Law Reporter, 2020
- Article examines the Ulrich case and the creation of the New Silk Road dark web site., Author, U.S. Seizes over $1 Billion in Silk Road Case, International Enforcement Law Reporter, 2020
- (Russian language publication) The article examines the prosecution of Oleg Nikitin, a Russian national, for the violation of U.S. Sanctions under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act., Author, American Sanctions: the Reality of Criminal Prosecution and what the Case of Oleg, Pravo.ru, 2019
Office location for Dennis Boyle
1050 Connecticut Ave NW
Suite 500
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 771-328-9638
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2011 - 2014, 2016 - 2025
