Lawrence J. Cameron

Lawrence Cameron is an experienced trial attorney at Troutman Pepper Locke who represents corporate and individual clients in a range of government enforcement actions, internal investigations, and litigation. He has advised clients across major industry sectors, including health care, energy, financial services, and professional services, facing inquiries by the DOJ, SEC, and various state regulators. Cameron is a sought-after trial attorney with significant experience trying cases to verdict in federal and state courts. His experience serving in leadership roles in both federal law enforcement and private practice is a benefit to clients seeking practical advice and efficient resolutions. Cameron most recently served as acting U.S. attorney and first assistant U.S. attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, where he led an office of approximately 100 federal prosecutors and staff, overseeing nearly all federal criminal and civil cases filed in the district. In these leadership roles, Cameron oversaw a broad range of criminal and civil investigations and prosecutions involving securities fraud, financial reporting fraud, bribery, violations of the Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering laws, and False Claims Act matters. He also managed an active criminal and civil caseload, including matters involving public corruption, fraud, and violations of the False Claims Act related to health care and government contracting.