White Collar Advice Blog
I Was A Hypocrite in Federal Prison
Around 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, there was mail call in federal prison. I walked from my cubicle to the front of
The Missed Question That Can Cost You a Year
This post shares insights from our New York Times article about Hugo Mejia. You can read the full article [here]. If you’ve
What Judges Review Before Sentencing Starts
This post includes insights from our New York Times article about Hugo Mejia. You can read the full article [here]. It continues
Your Lawyer Won’t Prepare You for Prison—Here’s Why
This post shares excerpts and insights from our New York Times article about Hugo Mejia. You can read the full article [here].
The Pre-Sentence Interview Mistake That Costs You More Time
This post shares excerpts and insights from our New York Times article about Hugo Mejia. You can read the full article [here].
Federal Sentencing Isn’t Fair—But This Is How You Influence It Anyway
“My lawyer says it makes sense, but nothing moves this judge. He’s a guideline guy.”“I made him watch it. I think he
The White Collar Advice blog helps people under investigation or facing federal sentencing understand the system, avoid mistakes that lead to longer sentences or tougher prison placements, and prepare for prison and reentry.
People under federal investigation, facing sentencing, or preparing for prison who want to build a documented record that shows they are different from the government’s one-sided version of events. Family members who want to understand the process and help a loved one prepare should read it too.
Yes. The blog is based on the combined experience of our team at White Collar Advice, including my time in the system, Michael Santos’s 26 years in federal prison, and the work we’ve done with thousands of people going through investigations, sentencing, and reentry. Everything comes from what we’ve seen and documented over many years.
These blogs teach you how to create assets that do not currently exist to influence cynical stakeholders, like a Federal Judge or Probation Officer.