David S. Kemp is a prominent attorney and partner at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (WilmerHale) in Washington, D.C., specializing in white-collar defense, internal investigations, and regulatory enforcement matters. He has practiced at the firm since joining as an associate in 2005 and became a partner in 2013. His practice focuses on representing clients in high-stakes investigations by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and other regulatory bodies, with expertise in Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) compliance, antitrust issues, and crisis management. Kemp has served as long-time counsel to Biden family matters, including advising on congressional and executive branch investigations related to Hunter Biden's business dealings and international affairs. His work often intersects with political and governmental spheres, leveraging his deep knowledge of federal enforcement priorities. Prior to his legal career, Kemp clerked for Judge Merrick B. Garland on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit from 2005 to 2006. He has also served as counsel in complex litigation involving financial institutions, technology companies, and multinational corporations. Kemp is recognized for his strategic approach to navigating politically sensitive matters and has contributed to firm publications and speaking engagements on compliance programs and enforcement trends. His involvement in Biden family-related matters has drawn public attention during investigations into foreign influence and business ethics, where he has represented individuals and entities in probes by House committees and the DOJ, emphasizing defense against allegations of improper lobbying or conflicts of interest. No public records indicate personal legal troubles for Kemp himself, and his career is marked by a reputation for discretion and effectiveness in high-profile defense work.