White Collar Advice Blog
The Healing Power of Solitude in Federal Prison Camp
As someone who has spent time inside, I can attest to the transformative power of solitude in federal prison camp. While many
Analyzing Donald Trump’s Arraignment, Pretrial Supervision & Potential Consequences
As a former defendant and now a crisis manager leading White Collar Advice, I bring a unique perspective to Donald Trump’s arraignment
Navigating Life After Federal Prison and Learning from Past Mistakes
At White Collar Advice, our mission is to guide those facing white-collar criminal charges through the complex sentencing and federal prison processes.
A Tale of Transformation: My Journey from Prisoner to Crisis Expert
I’m Justin Paperny, director of WhiteCollarAdvice. Today, I want to share a personal journey that led me to where I am. It’s

How to SLEEP WELL In Federal Prison!
“When do they turn the lights off?” I asked my bunkie on my first day in federal prison. “Wait, what? Are they
The Truth About Elizabeth Holmes’ Life in Federal Prison: Top 25 Questions Answered!
Elizabeth Holmes, the once-prominent figure behind Theranos, is on the verge of surrendering to federal prison to serve a sentence of 135
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 governmentβs 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 Santosβs 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 weβve 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.