White Collar Advice Blog
The Hard Truth About Government Investigations
Stop Assuming—Start Preparing If you’re facing a federal sentencing hearing, you’ve probably heard a lot of assumptions. Maybe you think your cooperation
200 Days in Federal Prison: What Will You Create That Lasts?
March 16, 2025 Newsletter #2 I read online, so it must be true, that smart people prefer to read rather than watch
PROFFER VS. PLEA AGREEMENT: UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE
Introduction If you are facing federal charges, you may be considering different strategies to mitigate your situation. Two common legal tools that
UNDERSTANDING THE RISKS OF A FEDERAL PROFFER: WHAT CAN GO WRONG?
Introduction A proffer session can be a useful tool for individuals facing federal charges. It offers an opportunity to share information with
TOP 10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT FEDERAL PROFFERS
If you are facing a federal investigation or criminal charges, you may be exploring ways to mitigate your exposure and secure the
What to Expect at Bryan Federal Prison Camp (FPC)
Bryan Federal Prison Camp (FPC) in Texas is a minimum-security facility for women convicted of federal crimes. If you or a loved
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.