Vermont SEC Whistleblower Attorneys

When company employees or corporate insiders become aware of information about federal securities violations, it can kick off a long, complex process that can potentially damage one's reputation. However, the Silver Law Group and the Law Firm of David R. Chase have the resources you need to become a whistleblower and, most importantly, protect your anonymity while earning the financial compensation you deserve. 

You are eligible for up to 30 percent of each successful enforcement action over $1 million, but just because you submit a tip doesn't mean the SEC will launch an investigation. The Commission has strict eligibility rules, and retaining an experienced team of attorneys can increase your chances of compensation.

We represent individuals in Vermont and nationwide to the SEC Office of the Whistleblower. Teamed with a former SEC Enforcement Attorney, we have an extensive understanding of how the Commission investigates tips and how to maximize your chances of compensation while mitigating the risks.

To maximize the chance to gain compensation, whistleblowers must understand what the Commission needs to pursue an investigation. Eligible Vermont whistleblowers must have information that aligns with the following categories: 

• Original information: SEC investigators require first-hand accounts from employees and company insiders to pursue investigations.
• Timely information: Whistleblowers must submit a tip before the SEC has in-depth or extensive information or evidence of violations.
• Significant information: Although any information or evidence can lead to an SEC investigation, the Commission only moves forward with substantial evidence.

While reporting allegations through internal systems isn't mandatory, it can raise the dollar amount awarded. Critically, the more in-depth and extensive information and evidence a person has, the higher the likelihood the SEC will launch an investigation.

Securities violations are wide-ranging, from internal reporting discrepancies and stock market manipulation to foreign bribery and accounting fraud by publicly traded companies. Although individuals may think they have clear evidence of allegations, an experienced SEC whistleblower attorney may identify others to pursue, such as the following:

• Insider trading
• Hedge fund fraud
• FCPA violations
• Investment adviser fraud
• Fraudulent securities offerings
• Commodities and futures fraud
• Ponzi schemes 
• EB-5 investment fraud
• Stockbroker and broker-dealer misconduct

Since its inception in 2011, the SEC's Whistleblower Program has taken an incentive-based approach to enforcement, which has led to billions recovered and as much as nine-figure sums for those who help the Commission. For example, between 2020 and 2023, the record for the amount awarded to whistleblowers after a single enforcement action was broken twice, now at $279 million.

New rule modifications mean the SEC is increasing the opportunity for financial awards for whistleblowers, who may now receive awards for some non-SEC enforcement actions. Also, the Commission may only consider the dollar amount of the recovery or enforcement action for raising an award and no longer lower it.

While there are clear benefits to becoming an SEC whistleblower, the process presents a stressful, enduring challenge. Unfortunately, whistleblowers risk retaliation by employers, especially those choosing to pursue submitting a tip without hiring professional representation. As well, the fact is that the SEC only investigates a small fraction of tips submitted—those with the most potential. While you may believe the odds are against you to secure an award, you can contact a team dedicated to ensuring the SEC adjudicates federal securities violations. The Silver Law Group and the Law Firm of David R. Chase have created a strategic alliance to represent SEC whistleblowers like you. We have years of experience representing whistleblowers in Barre, Burlington, Montpelier, and elsewhere throughout Vermont.

Contact our offices today if you're an employee or company insider with original, timely, and significant information about securities violations. Attorneys with the Silver Law Group and the Law Firm of David R. Chase understand what the SEC seeks to launch an investigation, how you can remain anonymous, and how you can maximize potential awards.

For a confidential consultation with a top SEC whistleblower attorney and to become a Vermont SEC whistleblower, contact the Silver Law Group and the Law Firm of David R. Chase by email or call us today at (800) 975-4345.