Fort Smith Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys

Former Federal Prosecutors and Career Federal Criminal Defense Lawyers Handling Criminal Investigations and Charges in Fort Smith, Arkansas

If you are under investigation or facing federal criminal charges in Arkansas, you need experienced legal representation. Prosecutors at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) are targeting cases in Fort Smith and other cities across the state, and they are pursuing substantial penalties in many cases. At Oberheiden P.C., we have a proven track record of successfully representing clients in high-stakes criminal matters. If you need a Fort Smith federal criminal defense attorney, we strongly encourage you to contact us so that our team can get to work on your case immediately.

A Federal Criminal Defense Law Firm with a National Reputation Representing Clients in Fort Smith, AR

Oberheiden P.C. is a federal criminal defense law firm with a national reputation for providing effective legal representation in high-stakes cases. We handle investigations, grand jury proceedings, trials, and appeals involving all types of federal criminal charges. Our clients include licensed professionals, business owners, public officials, other individuals, and public and private companies, and we have a long track record of helping our clients avoid unnecessary penalties.

Each Fort Smith federal criminal defense attorney at Oberheiden P.C. has extensive experience. For many of our lawyers, this includes experience on both sides of high-stakes federal cases. This is because many of our lawyers are:

• Former U.S. Attorneys
• Former Assistant U.S. Attorneys
• Former DOJ criminal prosecutors

While most criminal defense law firms focus on handling state-level charges, at Oberheiden P.C. we focus on high-stakes federal defense. We handle matters involving all federal agencies, including the DOJ, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation (IRS CI)—among many others. Much of our practice involves representing clients during criminal investigations and helping them avoid indictments. But, we have extensive grand jury and trial experience in federal court as well, and our lawyers have handled cases on appeal all the way through the federal courts to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Our lawyers’ combined experience includes:

• Handling more than 2,000 federal cases
• Handling more than 2,000 federal grand jury subpoenas
• Avoiding serious criminal charges during federal investigations
• Securing pre-trial acquittals and dismissals
• Securing “Not Guilty” verdicts at trial and having unfavorable verdicts reversed on appeal

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)

The DOJ, FBI, and Other Federal Agencies Are Focused on Arkansas (Including Fort Smith)

Roughly five years ago, the U.S. Attorney General announced that the DOJ would be expanding its efforts to crack down on criminal activity in various target locations around the country. One of these target locations is Arkansas. As a result, Fort Smith has become a focus area for investigations and prosecutions targeting federal offenses; and, while Assistant U.S. Attorneys in the state were previously encouraged to use their discretion in pursuing charges for federal crimes, they are now under instruction to seek maximum sentences under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.

As a result, if you are under investigation or facing charges in Fort Smith, you need to take your situation very seriously. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, prosecution of the allegations against you could lead to substantial fines and years—if not decades—behind bars. At Oberheiden P.C., we have the federal experience and insights needed to protect you, and you can contact us to speak with a Fort Smith federal criminal defense lawyer about your case 24/7.

We Handle All Federal Criminal Matters in Fort Smith, Arkansas

Our criminal defense lawyers handle all federal criminal matters in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Whether you are under investigation or facing charges for a federal crime, it is imperative that you engage defense counsel as soon as possible. We can get to work on your case immediately, and we can use our experience to efficiently work toward resolving your case as favorably as possible. If you are under investigation, we will work to resolve your investigation without charges. If it is too late to avoid charges, we will formulate your defense strategy based on the timing and other circumstances at hand.

At Oberheiden P.C., our federal criminal defense practice encompasses representing individuals and entities facing all types of serious federal allegations. This includes (but is by no means limited to) allegations such as:

Federal Fraud Crimes

Fraud cases are among some of the most-common types of cases we handle. The FBI and other federal agencies routinely investigate individuals and entities for fraud, and the DOJ has the ability to pursue fraud charges under a variety of federal statutes. Some examples of the types of federal fraud cases we handle in Fort Smith are:

• Bank fraud (including mortgage fraud, check fraud, and credit card fraud)
• Corporate fraud (including securities fraud)
• Computer fraud and abuse
• Government contract fraud

• Government program fraud (including PPP, EIDL, Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare fraud)
• Healthcare fraud (including billing fraud and prescription drug fraud)
• Income and employment tax fraud
• Investment advisor and broker-dealer fraud
• Mail fraud and wire fraud

Federal Financial Crimes

Along with fraud charges, we also have extensive experience defending individuals and companies accused of committing other federal financial crimes. Financial crimes are a priority enforcement area for the FBI and IRS CI, and these agencies work closely with the DOJ to pursue prosecution of offenses such as:

• Bribery and corruption
• Offshore account crimes (including BSA and FATCA violations)
• Counterfeiting
• Cryptocurrency and NFT fraud
• Embezzlement
• Identity theft
• Intellectual property theft
• Money laundering
• Theft of government property

Other Serious Federal Charges

While many federal criminal investigations focus on fraud and other financial crimes, federal authorities routinely target individuals and companies for a broad range of other offenses as well. A Fort Smith federal criminal defense attorney at Oberheiden P.C. can also defend you against charges such as:

• Attempt and conspiracy
• Consumer protection crimes
• Criminal ERISA violations
• Drug crimes (including prescription drug crimes)
• Import/export violations
• OFAC sanction violations

Why Should You Choose Oberheiden P.C. in Fort Smith, Arkansas?

If you are under federal investigation or facing charges for a federal crime in Fort Smith, why should you choose Oberheiden P.C. to represent you? Some of the main reasons our clients choose us include:

1. Our Federal Focus

Unlike other law firms serving Fort Smith, we focus our practice on federal defense. Our lawyers have combined experience on both sides of federal criminal cases.

2. Our Strategic Approach

We take a strategic and custom-tailored approach to every case we handle. As our client, our goal is to fully protect you without unnecessary cost or delay.

3. Our Focus on Pre-Charge and Pre-Trial Resolutions

With our strategic approach, we focus on securing pre-charge and pre-trial resolutions in most cases. If your case doesn’t go before a grand jury or go to trial, you can’t be convicted in court.

4. Our Communication

We prioritize timely and effective communication with our clients. You can expect to remain up-to-date and actively involved at all stages of your federal criminal case.

5. Our Results

Above all, our clients choose us because of our results. We have helped thousands of clients achieve positive outcomes when facing serious federal charges in Arkansas and nationwide.

FAQs: Hiring a Fort Smith Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer

Schedule a Complimentary Consultation at Oberheiden P.C.

If you need to speak with a Fort Smith federal criminal defense lawyer, we encourage you to contact us promptly for a complimentary consultation. Call 888-680-1745 or get in touch online to schedule an appointment today.