Southern Florida Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys
Southern Florida Federal Criminal Defense Team Lead
Former Deputy Chief, Appellate Division
2250 Southwest 3rd Ave, 4th Floor
Miami, FL 33129
305-928-8505
South Florida might feel far away from the watchful eye of Washington, D.C. But, federal agents are very active throughout the Sunshine State. They conduct investigations in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Fort Myers, Naples, and even the Keys.
If you are under investigation or arrest for a federal crime, you need a vigorous legal defense, right away. Issues in the federal criminal justice system are different from state investigations and the stakes in any federal inquiry are incredibly high. You need a law firm or a Southern Florida federal criminal defense attorney with specific experience in federal criminal defense. You need a firm with direct experience in resolving matters with the FBI, OIG, IRS, and DEA.
Oberheiden, P.C. can help. We are a federal defense law firm with a national presence. We represent clients throughout Southern Florida in complex or challenging criminal law matters.
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If involved in any way with a federal criminal investigation by the:
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI),
- Department of Justice (DOJ),
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS),
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), or
- Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), we urge you to call our Southern FL federal criminal defense lawyers, right away.
Our attorneys have well over 100 years of combined experience in federal criminal matters. Several lawyers in our office spent years as federal prosecutors before joining our defense team.
No matter what you’ve done and no matter how frightening the potential federal charges might seem, if you need federal criminal defense or legal guidance, our Southern Florida federal criminal defense lawyers are here to help.
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)
Are You the Target of the FBI, OIG, IRS, or DEA in Southern FL?
A federal investigation usually isn’t the beginning of the story, but it’s far from the end.
What do we mean by that? If you’re aware of an investigation into your business practices or your individual conduct, it’s probable that the government has already gathered some information about you. People rarely know they are a target for federal criminal charges until the case has been ongoing for some time.
But, it’s far from the end. There is still so much a federal criminal attorney can do to make a difference in your case. While we can never make specific guarantees in advance, know that our attorneys have avoided the filing of federal charges in a great majority of cases we’ve handled. We’ve even persuaded the government not to file federal charges in the late stages of an investigation, even after a formal indictment.
In other words, if you haven’t been charged yet, there is still a real opportunity to keep that from happening. And if you haven’t been convicted, it is still possible to get the charges dropped altogether. Our goal is avoiding charges or getting them dismissed if they’ve already been filed. We do everything possible to avoid federal criminal prosecution.
You must be very careful from this moment on. When you’re the target in a federal investigation, everything you say or do can have consequences. The best thing you can do is contact an experienced Southern FL federal criminal defense lawyer. At Oberheiden, P.C.:
- We Fight to Avoid Charges in Every Investigation. We don’t believe in begging for a plea bargain on day one. Our ultimate goal in every legal matter is to avoid the filing of criminal charges. There is simply no better way to protect our clients. We get involved while the investigation is happening, as early as we possibly can, and begin to aggressively protect our clients against the government. Through negotiation, strategy, and sound advice, our Southern Florida federal attorney has helped the majority of our clients end the investigation with no criminal charges filed.
- We Help Our Clients Make Confident and Informed Decisions. Not sure how to answer a federal agent’s questions? You aren’t alone. In fact, trying to talk to an investigator on your own is extremely dangerous. They might seem friendly. Their questions might seem harmless. The whole thing might seem routine. Don’t fall for that trap. The government is not on your side, and it will gladly put you behind bars for years or decades to come. Let us give you smart advice to stay a step ahead and protect your interests. With us in your corner, you can proceed calmly, wisely, and with peace of mind.
- We Focus on the Unique Aspects of Each Individual Case. Details matter, so we pay attention to them. One of the most critical parts of our defense work is the initial conversation we have with you. That’s where, more often than not, we learn facts that make all the difference. Our skilled Southern Florida federal criminal defense attorneys use these facts to avoid federal charges, which can end to the federal prison. These facts will defend your interests.
- We Rely on Extensive Federal Experience to Execute Strong Defense Strategies. Several of our defense lawyers have extensive experience on both sides of federal agency work. They’ve been on the investigative/prosecutorial side and on the defense side. Based on this experience, we execute strong defense strategies for our clients in Southern Florida.
- We Never Give In. Simply put, we are aggressive. That’s how our committed Southern Florida federal criminal defense lawyers defend you. We work to get charges dropped or avoid them altogether. Our goal is protecting your professional licenses, and getting this criminal nightmare out of your life for good.
Southern FL Federal Defense Lawyers for All Criminal Matters
Much of our practice is devoted to legal representation for white-collar professionals, businesses, or employees. This includes:
- Healthcare providers
- Medical business owners and executives
- Stockbrokers or financial advisors
- CEOs, CFOs, and other executives or corporate officers
- Public officials
- Public figures
However, we have significant experience in many other areas of federal criminal defense and with federal law enforcement agencies beyond the FBI, DEA, HHS – OIG, and IRS. If you are facing a complex or high-stakes criminal issue, we want to help.
Why Am I Being Investigated by the…
…Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)?
The FBI is the United States’ chief federal criminal law enforcement agency. The FBI is tasked with investigating cases related to:
- Internet and computer crimes,
- Child sex crimes,
- Public corruption charges,
- Organized crime, and
- Terrorism.
The FBI also investigates federal conspiracies and racketeering relating to these crimes. Beyond that, the FBI might be involved in virtually any other federal investigation, including drug matters overseen by the DEA or healthcare fraud matters overseen by the HHS – OIG.
…Office of Inspector General (OIG)?
The OIG oversees federal law enforcement on behalf of the Department of Health & Human Services. Its stated mission is to protect the integrity of the various federal healthcare programs. Accordingly, if you are investigated by the HHS – OIG, it’s likely in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, or Department of Labor (DOL) fraud.
…Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)?
The DEA plays a central role in all federal drug related investigations in Southern Florida, though it may work with the FBI or other U.S., or Florida state agencies at the same time. The DEA is best known for arresting people for possession or distribution of illegal street drugs. It is equally aggressive when it comes to the diversion of prescription medications such as painkillers and opioids. In fact, diversion control is currently among the DEA’s top priorities.
…Internal Revenue Service (IRS)?
You may have gone your whole life without encountering the FBI, OIG, or DEA. But you have almost certainly encountered the IRS before. You might have even spoken with them on the phone in the past, asking questions about your tax obligations or making arrangements for payment plans. If so, it’s easy to assume a false sense of ease when dealing with the IRS in a criminal matter. But make no mistake, the IRS has a substantial criminal enforcement division. It aggressively targets individuals and businesses suspected of under-reporting income, underpaying taxes, making false statements, or violating the Internal Revenue Code (IRC).
Q&A with a Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer for Southern FL
Q: What are the penalties for federal crimes?
A: The penalties vary dramatically, depending on the offense and the surrounding situation. On the low end, you could be looking at thousands of dollars in fines or a matter of years in prison. On the high end, you could be looking at millions of dollars in fines and decades behind bars in federal prison. If you hold a professional license, that could be in danger, as well. As federal criminal defense lawyers for Southern Florida, one of the first things we do is contact the investigating agencies directly and find out exactly what the investigation entails. From there, we can find out what the potential penalties are, how advanced the investigation is, and if charges are imminent. Using that information, our Southern FL federal criminal defense attorneys begin immediately to develop a strong strategy for your defense.
Q: I need a defense lawyer to get involved right now. Can you help?
A: Yes. We have developed an Emergency Defense Package we can roll out on a second’s notice. What does that mean? Essentially, we set aside sufficient resources within our firm to meet a client’s urgent needs. The last thing we want is to pick up the phone and tell a client who’s standing with a federal agent, “Sorry, we’re all booked.” If you need us right now, we are ready to leap into action. While we always prefer to intervene during an earlier stage of an investigation, we certainly understand that a legal crisis can strike with very little warning. We are prepared for that. We have even had clients contact us during an active raid, and we were able to respond. If you are facing an urgent legal crisis, now is the time to call our Southern FL federal criminal defense attorney. Do not delay. We always have someone standing by, 24/7/365, even on holidays.
Q: Do you represent clients all throughout Southern FL? Can you come to me?
A: Yes. We maintain a national presence, and our attorneys are able to represent clients nationwide. We have represented clients throughout 21 states and counting, including Southern Florida. We will come to you. We typically begin by conducting a free case assessment via telephone or video conference, and then our attorneys are available immediately to travel throughout the South Florida region.
Talk to a Southern Florida Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer about Your FBI, OIG, IRS, or DEA Investigation
If you or your business are concerned about a federal criminal investigation or if you fear that federal suspicion could turn your way soon, now is the time to act. The decision you make in this moment could change the rest of your life. Do not underestimate the federal government, its resources, or its willingness to use them. You are nothing more to a federal prosecutor than an opportunity to boost their conviction rate.
For more information and legal advice tailored to the specifics of your matter, please set up a free and confidential case assessment with our office, right away. Don’t go through one second of an investigation on your own. Call the highly respected and winning Southern Florida federal criminal defense attorneys at 888-680-1745 or tell us how we can help online, right away.
