Following the Murky Trail Left by Diamonds and Cash

Herrick’s ongoing representation of Lazare Kaplan International in a federal lawsuit asserting racketeering activity against two European banks is highlighted as “Exhibit A” in a New York Times article focused on a recent flurry of legal cases, investigations and leaked bank documents that have drawn attention to the opaque movement of diamond-backed money as European governments extend crackdowns on tax evasion and money laundering.  For access to the full report, please follow the link (subscription required).