If you’ve been falsely accused of a white collar crime, it may feel like the world is crumbling around you. Choose the McConnell Law Firm for aggressive defense and the support you need to bring you through.
Get a team that can go the distance.
We won’t sugar-coat it — white collar crime cases are grueling, complex and drawn out. When choosing an attorney to defend you, determination and attention to detail matter. We will leave no stone unturned in your defense.
Led by well-known criminal defense attorney Jonathan W. McConnell, our white collar crime team will work tirelessly to defend against any of the following charges:
- Embezzlement
- Insurance fraud
- Money laundering
- Ponzi schemes & scams
- Insider trading
- Securities fraud
- Tax evasion
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What to Expect
Request A ConsultationFree Introductory Phone Call
One of our legal assistants or receptionists will gather information about your case. This typically takes about 30 minutes.
If your case falls within our scope of practice, we can schedule a free consultation with one of our white collar crime attorneys. If not, we will do our best to refer you to a law firm that can help.
Information-Gathering
We will likely ask you for additional information during or after the first phone call. It will be your task to gather this information, which will help us when it comes time to research the situation and specific laws that may apply to your case.
Free Consultation
You will consult with a white collar crime attorney for about an hour. This is a chance to get to know the attorney and decide if they’re the right fit for you.
The attorney will share their analysis of your situation and recommendations for next steps. They will also let you know about anything further we need to get started on your case.
This consultation does not create an attorney-client relationship. Our firm must have a signed agreement to represent you.
We Get to Work
If you decide to hire us, we will enter into a signed contract. You will make your payment for our services.
With these steps complete, we can officially represent you as your legal team. We will keep you informed about the status of your case every step of the way.
Already a Ruling?
We can help with an appeal.
The McConnell Law Firm fights tirelessly to win appeals for criminal or civil cases.
White Collar Crime FAQ
Here are answers to some of the questions our white collar crime lawyers hear most often.
This is general information only. You should consult a knowledgeable white collar crime attorney for questions about a specific case. Every case is different, and what applies to 99 situations out of 100 might not apply to yours. You deserve the answers you need to make the best possible decision.
Request a Free ConsultationThe biggest difference between how white collar crimes and other criminal offenses are investigated is related to the time it can take for an arrest.
Many white collar crimes are investigated by federal agencies like the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD). Complex white collar crimes can take months or years before a single arrest is made, and subjects of these investigations are often unaware they’re under surveillance.
Like other criminal cases, penalties for white collar crimes vary based on state and federal laws. Penalties commonly include fines and jail or prison time, depending on the offense.
Historically, there has been a disparity between how white collar crimes and violent crimes are prosecuted, but that’s changing. Judges and courts are beginning to impose harsher penalties in white collar crime cases. Penalties may take into account:
- The amount of money lost
- The length of time over which the crime took place
- How many people were affected
- If the defendant was in a position of trust
“White collar crime” originally meant a crime committed by a person of high social status based on their profession. Today, the term is synonymous with fraud and financial crimes that are generally non-violent.
White collar crimes are different from more “obvious” violent crimes in that they are hidden and difficult to track.
The most common white collar crimes are bank fraud, embezzlement and cybercrime.
- Bank fraud is usually committed with the intent of financial gain. For bank fraud to occur, there must be intentional deception, pretense, or use of false information to steal from a bank, financial institution, or bank depositors.
- Embezzlement occurs when someone with access to corporate funds, credit cards or property purposely uses their authority to steal from an organization. This person is typically an employee of the organization. Examples include politicians and campaign officials misappropriating campaign funds to cover personal expenses or an employee endorsing client checks and keeping the cash for themselves.
- Cybercrime encompasses various offenses, including crimes against people, crimes against property, and crimes against the government. Each offense has punishments and penalties dependent on the circumstances.
We encourage you to contact a white collar crime attorney immediately if you have been falsely accused. Judges and courts are cracking down on these cases, and it’s crucial to seek the help of an experienced law firm to protect your reputation, business and rights.
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