Jeffery B. Vaden, a former First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas, is a Partner in the Government Enforcement and Investigations group at Bracewell, LLP.
Vaden focuses on litigation and enforcement actions on behalf of individuals and corporations.
An experienced trial lawyer and investigator, he represents clients on government and internal investigations, both domestically and internationally.
Vaden has been recognized for his professional accomplishments, to include Chambers USA: White Collar Crime & Government Investigations, The Legal 500 United States: Corporate Investigations and White-Collar Criminal Defense, BL Rankings Best Lawyers Criminal Defense: White-Collar, and Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America White-Collar and Investigations.
Vaden also chairs Bracewell’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee and works to promote a comprehensive commitment to diversity, particularly as it relates to recruiting efforts.
As an Assistant U.S. Attorney, he received the U.S. Department of Justice, Executive Office for United States Attorneys Director’s Award and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Assistant Secretary’s Award for his role in combatting human smuggling.
