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New York Federal Defense Attorneys

Without the risk of sounding too intimidating, facing federal charges is probably of the most nerve-racking experiences in life. In many cases, by the time the accused learns that he or she is the target of federal criminal investigation, the government has built a strong case. Federal government and its criminal investigative agencies have almost unlimited material and human resources to prosecute their cases. A less known fact is that federal prosecutors obtain conviction in more than 95 percent of federal criminal trials! U.S. sentencing guidelines, although not mandatory anymore, are still important in the sentencing process; the guidelines are harsh and heartless and punishments are extremely severe. Defendants charged with federal crimes face draconian penalties if they are convicted at trial. The federal criminal justice system does not usually provide for parole. In most cases, convicted individuals will serve more than 85 percent of their sentences. All these make defending against federal charges more complex and emotionally draining than defending against state charges. 

If you or your loved one are facing off the federal government, you must not and do not have to do it alone. You need a caring and competent criminal defense attorney who will stand up for you against the federal prosecutors. It is important to realize that in most cases, as a federal defendant, you are essentially fighting for your life. 
 
What you need is an attorney who will weaken the already strong government’s case by various strategic and procedural methods to gain strategic advantage that can be use later in suppression of evidence and ultimately improving your chances for a case dismissal, reducing charges, or a favorable plea bargain. Not every case can bargained away or dismissed. When we accept a case, we are prepared to take it all the way to trial if necessary.
 
Your chances of successful outcome of you case depend on how soon your attorney will get involved. Ideally, you should be represented as soon as you discover that you are under investigation or as soon as possible after your arrest. 
 
If you or someone you love are a target of grand jury inquiries or federal investigation, we offer you sound advice. Our New York federal defense attorneys handle all federal criminal charges including:  

  • Federal Drug Crimes 
  • Firearms Crimes
  • Bank Fraud Crimes
  • Wire Fraud Crimes
  • Accounting Fraud Crimes
  • Bankruptcy Fraud
  • Embezzlement
  • Forgery
  • Tax Evasion Crimes
  • Insurance Fraud
  • Money Laundering Crimes
  • Mortgage Fraud Crimes
  • Identity Theft Crimes
  • Health Care Fraud Crimes
  • Mail Fraud Crimes
  • False Statements
  • Perjury Crimes
  • Computer Crimes

We also handle

  • International Extradition
  • Federal Sex Crimes, including pornography charges
  • Federal Import-Export Crimes
  • RICO Crimes

Our criminal defense attorneys are admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey. 


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