Cincinnati Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys

Knowledgeable and Highly Experienced Former U.S. Department of Justice Prosecutors Providing Legal Assistance in Cincinnati, Ohio

If you are being targeted in a federal investigation, executing a defense strategy focused on avoiding prosecution needs to immediately become your top priority. Federal offenses carry severe penalties; and even if you are convinced that you are innocent, convincing a team of federal investigators and prosecutors of your innocence is another matter entirely. What do you need to do? Who do you need to call? What should (and shouldn’t) you say to the investigators and prosecutors handling your federal-level case? What is your present or eventual exposure? What are the risks if you do nothing? These are all common questions about the legal system that you need to have answered by an experienced Cincinnati criminal defense lawyer.

Experienced Cincinnati Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys for Federal Cases in Cincinnati, OH

The federal criminal defense team at Oberheiden, P.C. brings notable experience and proven track records to representing individuals and corporate clients in federal cases in Cincinnati, Ohio. Our law firm has represented clients in investigations and prosecutions involving virtually all federal criminal statutes, and we have particular experience in the legal process of cases involving:

• 18 U.S.C. 1341 – Mail fraud
• 18 U.S.C. 1343 – Wire fraud
• 18 U.S.C. 1347 – Healthcare fraud, including Medicare fraud and Medicaid fraud
• 21 U.S.C. 841 – Distribution and possession with intent to distribute
• 21 U.S.C. 846 – Conspiracy to distribute
• 18 U.S.C. 924 – Possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking offense
• The Anti-Kickback Statute
• The Controlled Substances Act
• The False Claims Act
• The Hobbs Act
• The Racketeer Influenced Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO)
• Other federal statutes outlawing public corruption, bribery, tax fraud, tax evasion, securities fraud, money laundering, insider trading, Ponzi scheme fraud, mortgage fraud, and other related offenses

Additionally, as federal defense attorneys and former prosecutors, we have handled and defended clients in cases involving all major federal law enforcement agencies. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Department of Defense (DOD)
• Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
• Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
• DUnited States Department of Justice (DOJ)
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
• Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
• U.S. Attorney’s Office (USAO)
• Various Offices of Inspector General (OIG)

Put our highly experienced team on your side

Dr. Nick Oberheiden

Founder

Attorney-at-Law

Lynette S. Byrd

Former DOJ Trial Attorney

Partner

Brian J. Kuester

Former U.S. Attorney

Hon. Kevin McCarthy

55th Speaker, U.S. House of Representatives (ret.)

Government Consultant

Mike Pompeo

Of Counsel

Former U.S. Secretary of State

John W. Sellers

Former Senior DOJ Trial Attorney

Linda Julin McNamara

Federal Appeals Attorney

Nicholas B. Johnson

Former Prosecutor

Roger Bach

Former Special Agent (DOJ)

Chris J. Quick

Former Special Agent (FBI & IRS-CI)

Michael S. Koslow

Former Supervisory Special Agent (DOD-OIG)

Ray Yuen

Former Supervisory Special Agent (FBI)

Senior Attorneys Who Have Handled Thousands of Federal Cases

When you choose Oberheiden, P.C. for your federal case, you will be represented by a team of senior Cincinnati federal criminal defense attorneys who have collectively handled thousands of investigations, grand jury proceedings, and criminal trials. Our team leaders have legal expertise in the criminal justice system, and our team approach means that each client receives the significant advantage our firm offers.

10 Key Facts about Federal Criminal Cases in Cincinnati, OH

1. Being Investigated Does Not Mean that You Will Be Charged.

If you are under federal investigation, this means that agents and prosecutors are looking for evidence to charge you with a federal crime. Facing an investigation does not mean you will face charges; and even if charges are unavoidable, it may be possible to have your case kept civil in order to keep federal prison time off of the table. That’s why it’s important to hire a Cincinnati federal criminal attorney today.

2. If You Do Nothing, the Government Will Be Free to Build its Case Against You.

However, if you do nothing, your situation may actually go from bad to worse. Federal investigations generally do not go away on their own. In order to give yourself the best chance of avoiding charges and a criminal record, you need to take a proactive approach that starts with hiring Cincinnati federal criminal defense lawyers with extensive experience to intervene in the investigation.

3. It is Not Always Easy to Find Out What the Government Thinks You Did Wrong.

When you find out that you are under investigation, you are still not likely to know why the federal government is targeting you for possible prosecution. Prosecutors of federal courts often like to keep this information close to their vests, as doing so provides enhanced leverage during the investigative process. When we intervene in your investigation, we can quickly uncover the theory of the government’s case so that we can address it with a defense strategy and end it with a favorable outcome.

4. It is Possible to Obtain Bond in Federal Criminal Cases.

Although it is not easy, it is possible to obtain bond in federal criminal cases. Bond in federal cases is very different from bond in state courts, and you need attorneys who are intimately familiar with the unique rules, precedents, and procedures involved. At Oberheiden, P.C., we have close to a 100% success rate in obtaining bonds in federal court.

5. It is Possible to Avoid Prosecution Even if You Have Been Indicted.

Being indicted means that the government has probable cause to pursue serious charges against you. This means negotiating a plea deal or going to trial, and this means that our goal would be getting our client’s charges dismissed prior to trial.

6. You Potentially Have Numerous Different Defenses Available.

In a typical federal criminal case, there will be numerous different defenses that our experienced criminal defense attorneys can use to protect our client from punishment. Here are just a few.

• Constitutional protections (e.g., the Fourth Amendment’s prohibition on unreasonable searches and seizures)
• factual arguments (e.g., lack of evidence of intent to commit a federal crime)
• statutory safe harbors and exceptions that provide insulation from criminal responsibility (e.g., safe harbors under the Anti-Kickback Statute).

7. The Penalties for Federal Crimes Are Usually Severe.

Most federal criminal statutes include provisions for severe penalties, including substantial fines and long-term imprisonment. If you are facing multiple counts or multiple charges, you could easily be facing significant financial liability and incarceration. The risks of being targeted in a federal investigation are real, and you cannot afford to put them out of mind.

8. Your Choice of Legal Representation Matters.

When you are going up against a team of seasoned federal agents and prosecutors from the DOJ and other federal agencies, your choice of legal representation matters. You need an experienced defense team – not a single attorney, and not a team consisting primarily of junior associates to navigate through the court system.

9. You Are Entitled to Legal Representation at (Almost) All Stages of Your Federal Case.

With only very narrow exceptions (e.g., in the courtroom during grand jury testimony), you are entitled to legal representation at all stages of your federal case. When even a single slip-up can have devastating consequences, it is critical that you are relying on the advice and representation of Cincinnati federal criminal defense attorneys at all times.

10. The Government Must Prove Your Guilt Beyond a Reasonable Doubt.

Finally, do not forget that it is the government’s burden to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. If you can poke even one hole in one element of the government’s case, you should not deserve to be convicted of the crime alleged. At Oberheiden, P.C., our legal team takes a comprehensive approach that seeks to poke as many holes as possible, and our goal is to make it clear that the government will fail at obtaining a guilty verdict at trial.

Cincinnati, Ohio Criminal Defense FAQs

Contact our Trusted Cincinnati Federal Criminal Defense Lawyers About Your Federal Case

If you need legal counsel for a federal criminal case in Cincinnati, we encourage you to contact us promptly for a free and confidential case assessment. You can reach us by phone or online 24/7, and our attorneys are available to schedule appointments seven days a week.