Amanda S. Marshall
Former U.S. Attorney
(Local Counsel)
Lynette Byrd
Former Assistant
U.S. Attorney
Roger Bach
Former Special
Agent
(OIG & DEA)
Joe Brown
Former U.S. Attorney
Dr. Nick Oberheiden
Attorney & Founder
Defending SEC Complaints – Section 206 of the Investment Advisers Act (“IAA”) Litigation
Experienced IAA Defense Team Are you facing a federal investigation under the Investment Adviser's Act ("IAA")? Have you failed to register as an investment adviser? Did you allegedly violate your fiduciary duty? Is the SEC scrutinizing your advice? If so, then you need the legal services of an experienced investment/financial...
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How to Prepare for an FDA Inspection Audit: 7 Steps
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does much more than approve foods and drugs for sale. Among other mandates, it is also tasked with enforcing companies’ obligations under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and other sources of authority, and it is extremely active in its enforcement efforts....
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How Much Will a Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer Cost?
Facing federal criminal charges is an extremely serious matter. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and U.S. Attorney’s Offices pick and choose the cases they pursue; and, if you are under investigation or facing an indictment, this means that prosecutors are eyeing your case for a conviction. Given that federal...
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SEC Cryptocurrency Fraud Investigations
Experienced Cryptocurrency Fraud Defense Team Are you being investigated by the SEC for crypto fraud? If so, now is the time to hire an experienced crypto defense attorney. The government has been developing strict rules that focus on strengthening cryptocurrency fraud investigations. Agencies such as the Securities and Exchange Commission...
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SEC Blockchain Investigations
Experienced SEC Blockchain Defense Team Do you need legal assistance regarding blockchain laws, blockchain technology, or an impending federal investigation? If so, then you need the help of an experienced blockchain defense attorney. The use of blockchain technology, mining new coins, verifying transactions, and investing in cryptocurrencies are becoming attractive...
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What are the Levels of Intent in Federal Criminal Cases?
Establishing the requisite mens rea, or “criminal state of mind” is a key aspect of the government’s burden of proof when prosecuting a federal criminal case. In criminal cases, the government must necessarily prove the defendant’s state of mind at the time that the alleged crime was committed. This is...
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Is Your Practice or Lab at Risk for Allegations of COVID-19 Testing Fraud?
As the federal government continues to encourage U.S. citizens to get vaccinated, and as the Delta variant continues to account for larger percentages of positive COVID-19 cases in states across the country, testing remains a key component of the nationwide effort to control the virus. However, while federal authorities are...
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Federal Authorities are Targeting Individuals with Ties to Foreign Governments
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently issued two press releases highlighting cases against U.S. citizens and foreign nationals charged with acting as (or conspiring to act as) agents of foreign governments in the United States. It appears that several similar cases may be pending, and this could currently be...
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Federal Authorities are Targeting Cryptocurrency Schemes
Federal Authorities are Targeting Cryptocurrency Schemes When news of Bitcoin's creation first started circulating in 2009, federal authorities had immediate concerns. Not only did this new decentralized and unregulated market present significant potential for tax evasion, but it also presented significant risk for other types of criminal activity to fly...
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Recent Prosecution of Home Security Technician Highlights Feds Crack Down on Cybersecurity Crimes
In today's high-tech society, privacy has never been more important. As technological developments now allow things we once never thought were possible, state and federal laws quickly become outdated. However, federal law enforcement agents are constantly on the lookout for those who invade the privacy of others. This is especially...
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