White Collar Advice Blog
From Conviction to Redemption: Embracing the Underdog Mindset in White Collar Crime Cases
I know from experience that a conviction for a white-collar crime can be a life-altering experience. It is easy to feel stigmatized
Avoid This Mistake During The Probation Interview
I am writing to discuss an issue that defendants often overlook during their probation interview. Too many defendants don’t share enough information
Ron Throgmartin’s Journey from the Cattle Business to Federal Prison
I interviewed my friend and client, Ron Throgmartin, who shared how he went from being a successful cattle businessman to serving at
Elizabeth Holmes Just Approved This Huge Mistake
In this live video, I discuss the recent New York Times article about Elizabeth Holmes, the founder of Theranos, who will eventually
Dr. Phil and I Discuss How To Get A Shorter Federal Prison Sentence
In this video with Dr. Phil, I discuss how to reduce a federal prison sentence. As a reminder, I spent 18 months
Harsh Realities About Life In Federal Prison Camp
As someone who has been to federal prison, I can tell you that there are some harsh truths that you need to
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.