Midland / Odessa Federal Criminal Defense
Former Prosecutors Offer Proven Defense Strategies Against FBI Investigations in Midland and Odessa, West Texas
Midland / Odessa Federal Criminal Defense
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Contact NickWhen FBI agents show up with a warrant or you are served with a target letter or grand jury request, fear about your livelihood and future are natural reactions. These actions must be responded to with an effective and proven defense approach. Every person under investigation should understand the choice of counsel is a choice for quality advice.
Texas-based federal criminal defense firm Oberheiden, P.C. dedicates its practice to defending the good people of Texas against criminal accusations. It is our job to protect your freedom, your license, and your financial security. When the United States government targets you, don’t call just any law firm you find online. You won’t get a second try.
Prominent Federal Criminal Defense Lawyers Serving Midland & Odessa in West Texas
For many years, the attorneys of Oberheiden, P.C. have helped citizens of Midland, Odessa, and West Texas avoid criminal charges and weather investigations. Featured by media stations throughout West Texas, federal lawyer Dr. Nick Oberheiden and his team have the experience and resources needed to stand firm on our clients’ innocence. We are a federal criminal litigation and trial law firm and feature:
- Former Trial Lawyers from the Department of Justice
- Former State & Federal Prosecutors
- Experienced Federal Criminal Defense Lawyers
Clients benefit from the strength of our representation, our reputation, and our team’s experience exceeding:
- 2,000 Federal Cases Handled
- 2,000 Grand Jury Investigations
From the moment you call us, you will instantly speak to a senior lawyer.
- No Secretaries, No Paralegals
- Senior Attorneys, Former Justice Department
- Instant Access to Real Lawyers
Experience is the key feature you must expect in your Midland/Odessa federal criminal defense attorney. The backgrounds of our attorneys, our lauded litigation skills, and our knowledge of prosecution tactics make the Texas federal lawyers of Oberheiden, P.C. strong advocates for individual and business clients in Midland and cities in West Texas.
- We Avoided Criminal Charges in Many FBI, IRS, DEA, OIG Cases
- We Secured Federal Bond in Drug Cases, Fraud Matters
- We Obtained Probation, Dismissals, and Acquittals in Federal Cases
We are federal trial lawyers. Prosecutors know that when we show up to represent you we are always ready for trial. We are prepared to tell judge and jury about the facts of your case.
These Are the Types of Cases We Handle in West Texas
- Conspiracy Charges. Many federal indictments name multiple defendants and connect them by charging a federal conspiracy. That means two or more people agreed to commit a crime. It is not necessary that the co-conspirators know each other. They all benefited to the same or similar degree from the crime, or knowingly took part during the time of the conspiracy. Our team has defended federal drug conspiracy cases, federal healthcare fraud conspiracies, and a variety of other offenses like mail fraud, wire fraud, money laundering, or sex trafficking that were charged as a conspiracy. The key in conspiracy cases is to quickly understand the charge, your alleged role (leader v. participant), and the available evidence leading to the charge.
- Medicare Fraud. Midland and Odessa are home to many physicians and a large patient population. Many are Medicaid and Medicare program beneficiaries. Agents from any federal law enforcement agency interviews potential witnesses and targets of federal healthcare fraud allegations. If you or your business are approached by federal agents, or if you receive a subpoena to produce records, make sure your interests are voiced by experienced lawyers. Oberheiden, P.C. is a team of former Medicare prosecutors who previously supervised healthcare fraud cases at the Department of Justice in Texas. Please call us and schedule a meeting or speak to one of our experienced fraud defense lawyers. We’ll help you find the best way out of your current situation. No case is hopeless. We have saved many good Texans many years in prison.
- “Pill Mill” Operation. The hottest topic at the Justice Department remains the government’s fight against pill mills. Those in West Texas who issue, prescribe, fill, or distribute Schedule II or Schedule III prescriptions, should contact us. You need to make sure your practice is safe or, if you are being accused of wrongful distribution under 21 U.S.C. 841, to bring in our expert consultants and expertise to demonstrate that you follow accepted standards of care.
- Bribery & Corruption. Defense lawyer Nick Oberheiden understands too well from the John Wiley Price case that exchanging money with a public official can quickly be mistaken as bribery. The case is considered one of the biggest bribery cases in Texas history. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can bring our weight and resources to bear in providing information to put your case to rest. We know you didn’t intend to improperly influence someone or be influenced because of the office you hold. Let’s form an alliance and show you were not involved in corruption.
- Tax Fraud. The IRS Criminal Enforcement Unit is one of the best staffed and most aggressive agencies in the U.S. If agents contact you for money laundering or if you are accused of not filing and paying your taxes, you need a lawyer. In fact, you need a lawyer who has dealt with the IRS and understands tax laws. We have resolved a great number of federal fraud cases by showing the government our client did not have the intent required to commit a crime. Please contact us right away. The more time you give the IRS, the more challenging it is to put the case back on the right defense track.
Some of the other offenses that Oberheiden, P.C. handles in federal courts in Midland, include the following:
- Conspiracy Cases
- Money Laundering
- Bank Fraud
- Mail & Wire Fraud
- Mortgage Fraud
- Obstruction of Justice
- Sex Trafficking
- Hate Crimes
- Embezzlement
- Real Estate Fraud
- Healthcare Fraud
- Computer & Internet Crimes
- SEC Fraud & Offenses
- Identity Theft
- Counterfeiting
- Bank Fraud
- White Collar/Financial Crimes
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)
Our Recent Results in Federal Investigations
- Computer Crime: Probation.
- Sex Trafficking: 16 months.
- Healthcare Fraud: Probation.
- Healthcare Fraud: Probation.
- Medicare Fraud Allegations: No Charges.
- FBI Fraud Investigation: No Charges.
- Illegal Kickback Case: No Charges.
- Dental Fraud Case: No Charges.
- DEA Investigation: No Charges.
- OIG/HHS Investigation: No Charges.
- Mail Fraud Investigation: No Charges.
Important FAQ Regarding Federal Cases in West Texas
What is the Western District of Texas?
The United States is divided into 95 federal districts. Large states like Texas typically have four federal districts within the state. The Northern District of Texas covers the area of Dallas, Fort Worth and other areas north. The Eastern District of Texas covers Tyler, Beaumont, Sherman, Marshall, and other cities. The Southern District of Texas is home to Houston, Galveston, and nearby cities. The Western District of Texas covers a large area with federal courthouse divisions in Midland, Alpine, Fort Hood, Austin, Waco, El Paso, San Antonio, Del Rio, and Pecos.
What is the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Midland, Texas?
Each federal district hosts branches of the Department of Justice, with its headquarters in Washington D.C. The U.S. Attorney’s Office is in charge of federal civil and criminal prosecutions in the counties of Andrews, Martin, Ector, Midland, Crane, and Upton. Federal prosecutors, often referred to Assistant United States Attorneys, direct FBI, DEA, ATF, IRS, and other agencies to investigate violations of federal law.
What should I do if the FBI shows up at my house?
There’s little to no benefit from speaking with federal agents without having an attorney present. It may seem unethical, but law enforcement agents don’t have to be truthful when discussing an investigation with you. It is not uncommon for FBI agents to put you at ease hoping you will speak candidly about the case. However, such statements cannot be retracted. You may create criminal liability where there was none before. If federal law enforcement agents come to your home or business asking questions, you should politely ask them to leave and get in touch with a Texas federal criminal defense attorney right away.
How should I do if the federal government contacts me?
To make it simple, if the federal government contacts you, you should be on alert. Whether you have done something wrong or not, to keep from becoming entangled in dealings with law enforcement authorities, you should always consult with an experienced federal lawyer before you make any statements.
Relentless Defense Against Federal Charges in West Texas Federal Courts; Contact Us Today!
- Nick Oberheiden is a federal attorney, who is licensed to practice in all federal courts in Texas, the U.S. Supreme Court, and several United States Courts of Appeals. Nick has represented many Texas clients in complex civil and criminal healthcare fraud investigations. These cases have covered:
- Commercial insurance fraud,
- Medicaid fraud,
- Medicare fraud,
- Money laundering,
- Drug offenses,
- Controlled Substances Act cases,
- Computer crimes, and
- Other serious allegations.
The Midland/Odessa federal criminal defense lawyers of Oberheiden, P.C. have litigated many criminal trials. Call us at 888-680-1745 or request a free case evaluation online. Let’s get together and discuss your best options.
