First Step Act and Post-Conviction Proceedings Explained | Chapter 5
Why Post-Conviction Planning Matters More Than Defendants Think This chapter explains the key steps after conviction — from PSR and sentencing to […]
How to Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer — and Avoid the Mistakes That Cost People Everything Before the Case Even Starts | Chapter 3
Most people facing a federal investigation have never hired a criminal defense lawyer. They search online, take the first consultation they can […]
How to Choose a White-Collar Defense Lawyer — and Why the Decision Matters More Than Most People Realize | Chapter 2
Most people entering a federal investigation have never hired a lawyer, let alone one suited for white collar work. They are operating […]
What Happens During a White Collar Crime Investigation — and Why Early Preparation Changes Everything | Chapter 1
Most people pulled into a federal investigation have never dealt with the criminal justice system before. They are educated, accomplished, and completely […]
When Probation Requests Backfire at Sentencing
Why Probation Requests Fail in High-Loss Cases A man told me his lawyer planned to ask for probation even though four victims […]
When Bad News Keeps Coming Before Sentencing
“I wasn’t expecting that,” he said.“What did you expect me to do—lie to you?” I asked. It was a Sunday. My phone […]
What Persuades a Federal Judge at Sentencing | White Collar Advice
Summary When facing sentencing, understanding how a federal judge thinks can make the difference between a long prison term and a second […]
When Sentencing Gets Delayed: What Are You Doing With the Time?
A year ago, an executive in the Midwest called me after being indicted for wire fraud. He’d been a college football player, […]