Mandelbaum Barrett PC has announced that Samantha C. Fasanello has joined the firm as a partner in its white collar and criminal defense, litigation, health care and appellate advocacy practice groups.
Fasanello represents individuals and corporate clients in criminal matters, internal and government investigations, and high-stakes commercial disputes. She advises clients responding to subpoenas and regulatory inquiries and defends against federal and state criminal charges, drawing on her background as a prosecutor to identify weaknesses in the government’s case and develop practical, effective defense strategies.
Fasanello is a former federal prosecutor and trial lawyer with experience handling white collar criminal matters, government and regulatory investigations, and complex commercial disputes. During her tenure at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, she investigated and prosecuted more than 100 matters and supervised hundreds of additional cases, including RICO (racketeer influenced and corrupt organizations) prosecutions and sophisticated fraud investigations.
Her work involved coordination with federal law enforcement and regulatory agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Securities and Exchange Commission.
“Samantha brings the kind of real-world prosecutorial experience that clients need when facing serious government scrutiny,” said Robert C. Scrivo, co-chair of Mandelbaum Barrett PC’s White Collar and Criminal Defense practice group. “She understands how investigations are built, how charging decisions are made, and how cases are tried. Samantha’s experience, coupled with her high intellect and sound judgment, immediately strengthens our team.”
Before her government service, Fasanello practiced at a New Jersey litigation boutique, where she defended clients in criminal and civil matters. She previously served as a law clerk to Stuart Rabner, chief justice of the Supreme Court of New Jersey, and Madeline Cox Arleo of the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.
“Mandelbaum Barrett has built a strong reputation for handling complex, high-stakes matters with a collaborative and client-focused approach,” said Fasanello. “I’m excited to join the firm and work alongside attorneys who are deeply committed to obtaining just results through thoughtful advocacy and implementation of practical solutions.”
