Miami White Collar Criminal Defense Attorney

What Are White Collar Crimes?

White collar crimes typically involve financial misconduct, fraud, or regulatory violations. While these charges are non-violent, they carry severe penalties, including prison time, restitution, and permanent damage to your reputation. Our Miami criminal defense team handles cases such as:

• Fraud — credit card, insurance, mortgage, tax, and wire fraud
• Embezzlement and misappropriation of funds
• Money laundering
• Bribery, corruption, and public official misconduct
• Insider trading and securities fraud
• Corporate regulatory violations
• Racketeering and RICO charges

Corporate Criminal Defense in Miami

In addition to representing individuals, our firm defends businesses and corporations facing investigations by state and federal agencies. If your company is accused of fraud, financial misconduct, or regulatory violations, you need immediate legal counsel. Our attorneys provide:

• Representation in federal grand jury proceedings
• Defense against investigations by the SEC, DOJ, and state regulators
• Crisis management to protect your business reputation
• Negotiations to reduce or dismiss corporate penalties
• Trial defense in complex corporate criminal cases

Our experience with corporate criminal defense litigation ensures that both individual executives and entire organizations have strong legal protection.

Penalties for White Collar Crimes

White collar convictions in Florida and federal court can result in:

• Long prison sentences (often in federal facilities)
• Massive fines and restitution orders
• Forfeiture of assets
• Permanent criminal record
• Loss of professional licenses and certifications
• Business closure or bankruptcy

Our Litigation Strategy for White Collar Defense

We treat every white collar case as if it may go to trial. Our Miami defense lawyers build strong strategies that include:

• Analyzing financial records and transaction histories
• Working with forensic accountants and expert witnesses
• Challenging the legality of search warrants and seizures
• Exposing weaknesses in the prosecution’s financial evidence
• Negotiating plea deals when in the client’s best interest
• Fighting aggressively in court to protect your reputation and liberty

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between state and federal white collar charges?

Federal charges often involve larger-scale financial crimes investigated by agencies like the FBI, IRS, or SEC. State charges usually involve smaller but still serious cases. Our attorneys defend both.

Can a business be charged with a crime in Miami?

Yes. Corporations can face criminal charges, fines, and regulatory actions. We provide corporate criminal defense for companies accused of misconduct.

Do I need a lawyer before charges are filed?

Yes. Many white collar cases begin as investigations. Hiring a defense lawyer early can help prevent charges from being filed or limit exposure.

What are possible defenses to white collar crimes?

Defenses include lack of intent, insufficient evidence, constitutional violations during investigation, or proving that actions were lawful business practices.

Contact a Miami White Collar Defense Attorney

If you or your business is under investigation for a white collar crime, you need immediate legal help. Reynoso Erickson Trial Law offers discreet, aggressive defense for executives, professionals, and corporations. Contact us today for a confidential consultation with a top-rated Miami white collar criminal defense attorney near you.