Atty. Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp

Atty. Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp

Josh Sharp is a Boston-based partner in Nixon Peabody’s Government Investigations & White Collar Defense practice group. He represents corporations and individuals in government investigations, regulatory inquiries, and complex civil and criminal litigation.

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About Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp at a glance

Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp is a criminal defense and white collar attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Bar Association. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 2011) and Harvard University (—). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — from 2022-2022 for work in: (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Josh Sharp is a Boston-based partner in Nixon Peabody’s Government Investigations & White Collar Defense practice group
  • He represents corporations and individuals in government investigations, regulatory inquiries, and complex civil and criminal litigation
  • What do you focus on?
  • I assist clients with internal investigations, regulatory inquiries, grand jury matters, and criminal defense
  • I also litigate civil matters in state and federal courts
  • Financial Institutions Investigations I represent banks and broker-dealers in investigations by the Department of Justice, the SEC, FinCEN, and FINRA
  • I have substantial experience with the Bank Secrecy Act and FinCEN’s anti-money laundering regulations
  • Health Care, Life Sciences and False Claims Act Litigation I represent life sciences companies and health care providers in both internal matters and Department of Justice investigations
  • I have significant experience with the False Claims Act, the Anti-Kickback statute and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
  • Corporate Immigration Investigations I represent clients in corporate immigration investigations by the Departments of Justice, Homeland Security and State
  • I have been involved in some of the most significant investigations in this space
  • Civil Litigation In addition to my investigations work, I regularly represent clients in state and federal courts in business litigation matters
  • I recently obtained dismissal with prejudice of a $3 billion RICO lawsuit filed in the District of Massachusetts

Practice Areas Explained

Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp

Where is Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp's law office located?
Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp handle?
Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp go to law school?
Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (—).
How can I contact Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp received?
Joshua C. "Josh" Sharp's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — in America; Best Lawyers in America — from 2022-2022 for work in:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2022; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar - 2022.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 2011
Harvard University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2022-2022 for work in:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar - 2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Bar Association

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