Max Pitagno is an associate in the general litigation practice group, where he represents clients across a wide range of industries. Max also maintains a broad and active pro bono practice assisting a variety of clients including trafficking survivors, wounded veterans, and cancer patients seeking visa extensions for the duration of their treatment.
Prior to joining Arnold & Porter, Max graduated cum laude from St. John's University School of Law, where he was awarded the St. Vincent de Paul Clinic Award for the most outstanding contribution to the school's Securities Arbitration Clinic.
Perspectives
November 3, 2026
WHIP-ing Up New Fraud Referrals: DOJ Announces Whistleblower Incentive Program to Combat Fraud
Enforcement Edge: Shining Light on Government Enforcement
October 20, 2026
Choosing the Right Door: DOJ and HHS-OIG Coordinate Healthcare Fraud Self-Disclosures
Enforcement Edge: Shining Light on Government Enforcement
October 20, 2026
From Announcement to Authority: HHS Formalizes CMS’ Exclusion Power
Enforcement Edge: Shining Light on Government Enforcement
September 29, 2026
(Semi) Sweet Charity: Dompé Pays $32 Million to Resolve Patient Assistance Foundation Kickback Allegations After Self-Disclosure
Qui Notes: Unlocking the False Claims Act
August 19, 2026
500 Prosecutors and Five Priorities: Inside DOJ’s Aggressive New Fraud Push
Enforcement Edge: Shining Light on Government Enforcement
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Credentials
Education
- J.D., St. John's University School of Law, 2025, cum laude
- B.S., Biology, Stony Brook University, 2018, cum laude
Admissions
- New York