White Collar Advice Blog
Navigating a Government Investigation: A Practical Guide
If you’re reading this, you probably feel overwhelmed. Facing a government investigation wasn’t part of your plan, and seeing your name tied
The Signs You’re Under Federal Investigation (Before You Know It)
When a federal subpoena arrives or a federal agent contacts you, the reality is clear: you’re part of a federal investigation. But

How to Influence a Probation Officer With Chris Maloney
00:01:26.390 – 00:01:49.750White Collar Advice: Something we speak about at length—probably to the point where you want to pass out—is understanding the
Probation Interview Preparation: Insights from 4,000 Weeks
About six weeks ago, I tested a new approach with a client who had big dates on the horizon, including his probation
Stop Paying for Federal Prison Advice: The Real Way to Prepare
While in Mississippi, I received a call from a good dude just sentenced to federal prison. He told me he had been

Advocacy With Michael Santos
In this week’s webinar, my partners Scotty Carper and Michael led a discussion focused on strategies for preparing both mentally and practically
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.