Federal Criminal Defense

Tax fraud allegations need to be taken very seriously. As a form of fraud, this is illegal and could result in criminal penalties. These could include financial fines or even incarceration. A conviction on fraud charges could also be highly detrimental to a person’s...

Business leaders may face federal charges in cases where there is proof of overt criminal activity. They are also at risk due to regulatory non-compliance. In some cases, failing to disclose information about a company could leave those leading the business at risk of...

White collar crime investigations often target people who never would have considered themselves to have engaged in criminal activity. Investigators can cast a wide net, looking to gather information across a whole business or network of contacts before determining...

If you are facing criminal accusations, police officers, detectives and other investigators may want to ask you questions. This could happen in an informal setting, such as if they come to your home or your office during a white collar crime investigation, perhaps...

Most people accused of criminal acts might benefit from defending against those charges. Criminal records affect employment opportunities and reputations. They can also affect immigration rights. Immigrants must pass background checks when seeking visas or green...

A government audit or investigation often starts with a simple records request. What many people do not realize is how quickly that request can turn into something more serious. The government understands this; thus, they put the False Claims Act (FCA) in place. This...

Many people become involved in money‑movement schemes without fully understanding what they were participating in. The FBI notes that “money mules” are individuals who transfer or move funds at someone else’s direction, often as part of a larger fraud operation. ...

Mortgage fraud is one of the more common white collar criminal charges. Both individuals looking for housing and professionals working in the real estate sector are potentially at risk of mortgage fraud accusations. Mortgage fraud in the broad sense relates to any...

If you are facing allegations of Medicaid fraud, it is important to take them very seriously. You must know what defense options you have, as this could have a major impact on your future, your freedom, your career and your finances. That said, it is also crucial to...

White collar crimes are often financial crimes. An example could be someone illegally using their computer to access the company’s bank accounts to embezzle money from that corporation. As a result, the police are often interested in digital evidence of white collar...