Kansas City—Dentons announced today that Brian O'Bleness have joined its Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice as partners, strengthening the Firm's capabilities in Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), anti-corruption and anti-bribery due diligence and investigations. They will be resident in Dentons' Kansas City office.

"Brian is an excellent addition to our team," said Dentons' US Managing Partner Mike McNamara. "His deep understanding of regulatory requirements for businesses that operate all around the globe, particularly with regard to the FCPA, will be a tremendous asset for our clients."

O'Bleness advises clients on internal and government investigations, as well as external disputes, with a particular focus on regulatory compliance, competitive practices and business relationships. Among others, he has represented companies and individuals from the pharmaceuticals, aviation, food and retail industries.

O'Bleness is a sought-after speaker on topics related to compliance and corporate governance, especially antitrust and the FCPA. O'Bleness received his JD, with honors, from The George Washington University, where he was articles editor of The George Washington Journal of International Law and Economics, and his BS, cum laude from Missouri State University.

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