Fort Lauderdale, FL White Collar Crimes Attorney

Lawyer for Charges of Fraud, Identity Theft, Money Laundering, and More in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Certain types of criminal charges may not involve violence or the direct theft of money or property, but they may instead involve financial matters or deception. These offenses are known as white collar crimes. Even though these crimes may not involve physical harm, the legal consequences can be just as severe as those that would apply for violent crimes or grand theft. People who are accused of white collar crimes may face investigation by local law enforcement, state officials, or federal agencies like the FBI. These cases are often complex, and they may involve extensive documentation, digital evidence, and federal prosecution.

The Hoffman Firm defends people in Fort Lauderdale who have been charged with white collar crimes. Our lawyer provides strategic, detail-oriented representation, focusing on protecting clients' rights while protecting against the consequences of a criminal conviction. By closely analyzing the evidence involved in a case and identifying weaknesses in the prosecution's claims, we can help to secure favorable outcomes to these matters.

Different Types of White Collar Crimes and Financial Crimes

White collar crimes may be related to business operations, real estate transactions, online activity, or a variety of other factors. These cases may involve allegations of ongoing criminal schemes or large financial losses affecting multiple people or organizations. Offenses that may be classified as white collar crimes include:

• Wire Fraud: These offenses may involve the use of communications technologies such as phones or email to carry out a scheme to defraud someone of money or property. Wire fraud may be charged in conjunction with other financial crimes, and if it allegedly affected people in multiple states or involved the use of the internet, it could be prosecuted in federal courts.
• Credit Card Fraud: Unauthorized use of another person's credit card information, use of stolen card numbers, or schemes to manufacture or clone cards can lead to criminal charges. Even attempts to use fraudulent payment information can lead to charges.
• Computer Fraud: People may face a wide range of allegations involving unauthorized access to computer systems, hacking, phishing, or using malware to obtain sensitive data or damage computer systems or networks.
• Healthcare Fraud: Medical providers may face criminal charges based on fraudulent billing, submissions of false claims to Medicare or Medicaid, or inflating medical services for reimbursement. Providers, billing specialists, or patients may be accused of participating in fraudulent schemes.
• Mortgage or Bank Fraud: These offenses may involve providing false financial information to obtain a loan, submitting forged documents, or misrepresenting property values. These charges may involve real estate professionals, lenders, or borrowers.
• Forgery: Creating or changing a document in a deceptive manner, such as by forging someone's signature on a check or contract, can lead to criminal charges.
• Identity Theft: When someone obtains and uses another person's identifying information without permission, such as Social Security numbers or bank account details, they could be charged with this offense.
• Money Laundering: A person may be accused of taking steps to conceal the origin of money that was obtained through illegal methods by transferring the money through legitimate businesses or financial institutions. Money laundering charges may be related to offenses such as drug trafficking, fraud, or other crimes that led to financial gain.

The government may build a case against a person accused of a white collar crime through financial audits, witness interviews, data analysis, and surveillance. Convictions may result in substantial fines, prison time, forfeiture of property, and long-term damage to a person's professional and personal life.

Legal Help Defending Against White Collar Crime Charges

Investigations into white collar crimes may begin months or even years before charges are filed. If a person is contacted by investigators or served with a subpoena, they should seek legal representation immediately. Our attorney can act quickly in these cases to protect clients' rights, manage communications with law enforcement, and avoid self-incrimination.

We can provide an effective defense for people who are charged with white collar crimes by:

• Conducting a detailed review of financial records, emails, contracts, and digital communications
• Coordinating with forensic accountants or industry experts when necessary to analyze the evidence and respond to the prosecution's claims
• Negotiating with prosecutors to resolve cases through reduced charges or plea agreements when necessary
• Developing mitigation strategies to reduce the potential penalties that a person may face
• Defending clients during trials, with a focus on creating reasonable doubt, exposing flaws in the government's case, and securing an acquittal

Whether a person is a business owner, employee, professional, or student, our lawyer will provide thorough and discreet legal representation focused on minimizing the potential penalties, protecting against the ongoing impact of a criminal record, and preserving a person's reputation and future opportunities.

Contact Our Fort Lauderdale White Collar Crimes Defense Lawyer

If you have learned about an investigation by law enforcement, or if you have been charged with a white collar crime, you will need to make sure you have legal representation from an attorney with experience in these matters. These cases often involve complex evidence, and the penalties for a conviction can be severe. With the right legal strategy, it may be possible to avoid a conviction or resolve the case with reduced penalties. Contact our Fort Lauderdale, FL white collar crime defense attorney at 954-524-4474 to set up your free consultation.