Los Angeles White Collar Crime Attorney

Southern California White Collar Criminal Defense Lawyer

White collar is the term used to describe a crime committed by business people and other respected professionals where deceptive practices and fraud are used to obtain money. Unlike many other crimes, this type of crime does not include any type of violence or physical harm. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has reported that white collar crimes cost the United States in excess of 300 billion dollars every year. If you have been accused of a white collar crime, contact the aggressive white collar criminal defense attorneys at Lewin & Associates today to get your freedom back. There is no time to waste!

The white collar crime lawyers at Lewin & Associates have vast experience defending people who have been charged with white collar crimes in the state of California. We are aggressive, knowledgeable attorneys dedicated to helping clients who are facing criminal charges. Our offices are located throughout Southern California for your convenience.

A criminal trial can be very embarrassing and disheartening, as you may be publicly portrayed in negative ways. Our qualified criminal defense attorneys have numerous defenses lined up to defend your criminal case in an efficient and timely manner, so that you can resume your daily activities. The white collar crimes defense attorneys at Lewin & Associates have successfully defended professionals who have been accused of various white collar crimes. The following is a list of some of the numerous crimes that fall under the category of White Collar Crimes:

  • Bank fraud
  • Bankruptcy fraud
  • Bribery
  • Black mail
  • Credit card fraud
  • Counterfeiting
  • Embezzlement
  • Extortion
  • Forgery
  • Identity theft
  • Insurance fraud
  • Mail fraud
  • Money laundering
  • Securities and investment fraud
  • Tax evasion
  • Telemarketing fraud

White collar crimes are typically federal offenses, and the cases are usually tried in the federal court system. The consequences associated with white collar crimes are very harsh and may include house arrest, community service, restitution, supervision, and prison. A person who has been convicted of a white collar crime may also suffer as the result of a tarnished reputation in the business world, which may make future employment or business ventures very difficult. Representation by an experienced criminal defense attorney is essential to a successful outcome in your case. The white collar crime defense lawyers at Lewin & Associates will represent your case in an aggressive manner and keep you informed of every phase of the legal proceeding.