White Collar & Federal Crimes

We defend clients accused of mail, wire, bank, securities, Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), and mortgage fraud, as well as other financial crimes. These cases often involve overlapping criminal and civil investigations by multiple agencies. Our team works proactively to challenge the government’s narrative, limit exposure, and, whenever possible, resolve matters before charges are filed.

Our attorneys represent public officials, campaign advisors, and business leaders in corruption and bribery investigations involving honest services fraud and campaign finance violations. We are experienced in navigating high-profile cases where legal strategy and reputation management must go hand in hand, often persuading prosecutors to narrow or dismiss charges before they reach trial.

RICO addresses patterns of alleged criminal activity carried out through an organization or enterprise, often involving fraud, bribery, money laundering, or conspiracy. The Freedman Firm represents individuals and organizations in RICO investigations and prosecutions, including matters involving multiple defendants and parallel civil or regulatory proceedings. Drawing on deep white collar defense experience, our attorneys challenge the government’s theories, limit exposure, and pursue favorable outcomes from the investigative stage through trial and appeal.

Money laundering allegations frequently accompany fraud, corruption, and tax cases, and can trigger aggressive asset seizure or forfeiture efforts by the government. We represent individuals and businesses in both criminal and civil forfeiture proceedings, challenging the government’s basis for seizure and seeking the prompt return of property. Our team is also experienced in preventing forfeiture during the investigation stage through targeted advocacy.

The Freedman Firm defends clients under investigation for tax fraud, tax evasion, false filings, and obstruction of IRS proceedings. We have successfully negotiated with the Department of Justice (DOJ) Tax Division and the IRS Criminal Investigation Division to resolve matters quietly through civil settlements and deferred prosecution agreements. When litigation is unavoidable, we bring trial-tested experience and credibility to the courtroom.

We represent medical professionals, practice administrators, executives, and health care organizations in investigations involving Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance fraud. These cases often involve allegations of overbilling, false claims, or violations of the Anti-Kickback Statute or Stark Law. Our experience in both criminal defense and civil regulatory matters enables us to address parallel proceedings and protect our clients’ licenses, reputations, and livelihoods.

With the rapid evolution of digital assets, cryptocurrency enforcement and financial technology investigations have become a growing focus for federal agencies including the DOJ, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). We advise individuals and companies on compliance, respond to subpoenas and enforcement actions, and defend against allegations of fraud, money laundering, and market manipulation. Our attorneys understand both the regulatory landscape and the technology driving it, allowing us to develop innovative defenses in this emerging area of law.

The Freedman Firm advises clients facing allegations of violating customs laws, international sanctions, and export controls, including matters under the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) statutes and the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). We represent corporate officers, freight forwarders, and international business executives in complex cases involving national security, trade compliance, and cross-border transactions. Our experience includes working directly with the DOJ, as well as the Commerce and Treasury departments, to resolve cases without prosecution.

We guide corporations, boards, and individuals through internal investigations and inquiries initiated by the DOJ, SEC, and other regulatory agencies. Our attorneys conduct discreet, efficient investigations that help clients identify issues, cooperate appropriately with authorities, and maintain control of the narrative. Whether responding to a subpoena, a whistleblower claim, or a congressional inquiry, we deliver the sound judgment and credibility needed to navigate scrutiny and minimize exposure.

At every stage of a white collar or federal criminal case, from initial investigation through trial and appeal, The Freedman Firm provides focused, experienced, and strategic defense.