White Collar Advice Blog
Why the Fortunate Few Often Make Federal Prison Harder
Too many make federal prison harder than it needs to be. Why? It’s easy to lose perspective while serving a prison sentence
Are You Prepared for a Federal Raid?
Facing the uncertainty of a federal investigation or federal raid is overwhelming. The waiting can feel unbearable—each day filled with questions about
The Stock Act Double Standard
Let’s look at how the system works—or doesn’t—when it comes to the Stock Act. Congress passed the law to prevent insider trading
Why Luigi Mangione Faces Solitary Confinement
CNN asked me if alleged killer Luigi Mangione would be kept in solitary confinement or isolation. Yes, he will. High-profile cases often
Considering Cooperation When You’re a Target (5K1 Motion)
When the FBI approaches, one of their first questions often is, “Is there anything you’d like to tell us?” This is not
Federal Judges See Through Fake Apologies
In this clip from my video with Dr. Phil, we discuss the importance of showing remorse during a government investigation. It’s not
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.