First Step Act and Post-Conviction Proceedings Explained | Chapter 5
Chapter Summary – Why Post-Conviction Planning Matters More Than Defendants Think This chapter explains the key steps after conviction — from PSR […]
Choosing the Right Criminal Defense Lawyer | Chapter 3
Chapter Summary – Understanding the Role of a Criminal Defense Attorney Most people wait too long to figure out how to hire […]
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, […]
Why Most People Miss the Real Benefit of the First Step Act
You’ve waited. You’ve done the programs. You’ve heard about credits, reforms, and “new systems” that never seemed to reach you.Now, something’s actually […]
Most Defendants Miss What the New First Step Act Update Really Means
The Bureau of Prisons has quietly implemented one of the most meaningful updates since the First Step Act passed in 2018. It’s […]