San Francisco White Collar Crime Defense Attorney
Cases involving fraud and white collar crime often involve months or years of investigation on the part of prosecutors and federal authorities. Since most forms of financial fraud involve misreporting assets, overbilling, and theft, investigators typically focus their attention on those who have access to a company's financial resources and accounting information. As a result, persons with little or no involvement in a fraudulent scheme may find themselves facing serious criminal charges. This is especially true after co-workers or managers strike a deal with prosecutors involving reduced charges and sentencing in exchange for testimony implicating others.
If you are under investigation for fraud or another white collar crime, do not wait to contact a skilled defense lawyer. Getting out in front of an investigation can help you anticipate what will be brought against you at trial.
Fraud Defense Lawyer Serving Oakland, San Jose and the San Francisco Area
At the San Francisco Law Office of John M. Runfola, we take steps during an investigation and/or after an indictment has been handed down to protect the rights of our client. We have the forensic accounting and investigative resources needed to challenge the prosecution's evidence in a criminal fraud case. We work to expose compromised testimony on the part of witnesses who have struck a plea bargain with authorities.
To schedule a confidential consultation, contact San Francisco white collar crime defense lawyer John M. Runfola today. With more than 30 years of experience, he can offer a strategic defense for an array of white collar crimes, including:
Approaching Your Defense
White collar prosecutions have become an everyday staple of the news. Both state and federal prosecutors are mounting more aggressive and creative cases. In the past few years, in particular, business executives have come under greater scrutiny for alleged violations such as insider trading and for any attempt to cover up what they have done.
An aggressive defense can minimize exposure and losses. The subtleties of a case are especially crucial to a client charged with a white collar crime. At any time, evidence can boil down to a single e-mail message. "Cooperating" witnesses are prevalent, and set-ups and sting operations are becoming more common in all areas of white collar crime. A successful defense can hinge on the exclusion of a piece of evidence or an insider's grasp of how to negotiate a favorable plea agreement or settlement.
Experience Matters in White Collar Crime Cases
Our firm has successfully represented many corporate clients charged with financial crimes, including insider trading cases that were settled early without the filing of criminal charges. Additionally, we offer significant experience in handling cases involving international authorities. This includes representing clients indicted for drug crimes, such as the importation and exportation of drugs to countries outside of North America.
We understand how federal authorities approach cases involving fraud and white collar crime. We have the experience and investigative resources needed to outflank prosecutors.
Are you trying to deal with law enforcement or prosecutors demanding answers to questions? Failing to cooperate with authorities in an appropriate manner can lead to obstruction of justice charges. It is important that you do not face federal authorities without proper representation. As your defense attorney, John M. Runfola will work hard to protect you from self-incrimination and other actions that could result in obstruction charges.
Contact an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney
To schedule an appointment and discuss your case, contact our fraud defense lawyer, John M. Runfola, today. Upon accepting your case, we will vigorously prepare as if we going to trial. At the same time, we will attempt to negotiate a settlement that would be most favorable to you.
We are available to immediately consult on your case or situation.