About Marc
Marc Durant is an attorney specializing in securities law, stockbroker and investment fraud, and white-collar crime. He practices at Dailey LLP, which has offices in New York City, Philadelphia, and Wilmington. Admitted to the New York State Bar, Marc has built a robust career handling complex civil, financial, and white-collar criminal cases. His legal practice frequently involves matters with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), as well as securities industry disputes, including proceedings before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Marc earned his Bachelor of Arts from Cornell University in 1997 and subsequently obtained his Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School in 2000.
After completing his law degree, he clerked for U.S. District Judge Walter K. Stapleton in Delaware, where he gained invaluable insight into federal court procedures. Following his clerkship, Marc served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in both Manhattan and Philadelphia. During his tenure, he handled numerous criminal jury trials and advanced to the position of Deputy Chief of the Criminal Division, showcasing his expertise in prosecuting complex criminal cases. In private practice, Marc has established himself as a formidable trial attorney.
He has served as lead trial counsel in over a dozen federal jury trials, encompassing both civil and criminal matters. His experience includes handling cases related to securities fraud, antitrust violations, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), and the Hobbs Act. Additionally, Marc has managed intricate multi-track matters that involve grand jury investigations, criminal indictments, civil actions, and regulatory proceedings from both the SEC and state authorities. Beyond his litigation work, Marc has contributed to legal education as an Adjunct Professor of Law. He is also a faculty member of the National Institute of Trial Advocacy, where he trains aspiring attorneys in trial techniques. As an instructor in Prosecution Trial Advocacy at the U.S. Attorney General’s Advocacy Institute in Washington, D.C., he has shared his expertise with federal prosecutors.
Marc has authored several law review articles and has lectured to European and Asian attorneys on topics related to American extraterritorial jurisdiction, further demonstrating his commitment to advancing legal knowledge. Marc is admitted to practice in New York and Pennsylvania, as well as various federal trial and appellate courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. His professional accomplishments have earned him recognition in the legal community, including an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and selections for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers. Through his diverse experiences and dedication to the field, Marc Durant continues to make significant contributions to securities law and white-collar crime prosecution.
