Ericka Aiken has built a reputation as a trailblazer in the areas of investigations and litigation. Ms. Aiken has handled complex litigations in both state and federal court, some of which involved substantial discovery, multiple expert witnesses, and numerous depositions. Ms. Aiken is also known for her crisis management abilities. For example, she provided representation to a global technology company facing intense regulatory and media scrutiny regarding data privacy and consumer protection issues. In that role, she facilitated and coordinated responses to dozens of state attorneys generals (AGs), federal regulators, and inquiries from various countries.

Ms. Aiken is currently providing representation to multiple companies that have been sued by State AGs and private individuals in state and federal court for allegations related to emissions. Ms. Aiken has represented individuals, private companies and financial institutions in criminal, civil and regulatory matters involving the US Department of Justice, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau. Her litigation practice has also included providing guidance to private companies navigating complex regimes, including the Stored Communications Act and the Anti-Kickback Statute.

A recipient of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award, Ericka joined the firm after serving as a law clerk to two federal judges and one state court judge—the Honorable Damon J. Keith of the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, the Honorable Arenda L. Wright Allen of the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and the Honorable Eric T. Washington of District of Columbia Court of Appeals.