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Former Government Agency Officials, Federal Prosecutors, and Former DOJ Attorneys | Nationwide White Collar Federal Defense Cases | Emergency Consultation Available. Call TOLL FREE 1.866.601.5518.

Federal White Collar Criminal Cases Carry Stiff Penalties and Jail Time. If you are under investigation or have been indicted, call a federal crime lawyer at Watson & Associates, LLC to launch an immediate defense strategy. Federal prosecutors do not let go or back down when they bring a case against you. We represent high-level federal white-collar criminal cases nationwide.

If you’ve received a target letter, a subpoena, or a visit from federal agents, do not say a word. Your first and only call should be to our experienced federal criminal defense attorneys. Call us now at 1-866-601-5518 for a free, confidential consultation.

Every word you speak to federal investigators without a federal crime attorney present becomes a weapon they’ll use against you in court. Our team of federal criminal defense lawyers, former federal prosecutors, and DOJ attorneys knows precisely how the government builds cases – because we used to make them ourselves.

When federal agents show up at your door, it’s not a friendly visit. It’s the start of a process that can destroy your business, your reputation, and your freedom. You’re not just facing a legal challenge; you’re facing the full power of the United States government. They have unlimited resources, experienced investigators, and a single goal: to secure a conviction.

At Watson & Associates, our federal criminal defense lawyers have seen this playbook before – because we used to write it. Our team of federal criminal defense attorneys includes former federal prosecutors and DOJ attorneys who understand the government’s strategies from the inside. We know how they build cases, how they pressure defendants, and where their weaknesses lie. This insider knowledge is your most powerful weapon.

Our Federal Crime Attorneys Defend Clients Nationwide Against All White Collar Crime Federal Charges

Our federal criminal defense lawyers and federal crime attorneys have a proven track record of success in high-stakes federal cases across the country. We have the experience, the resources, and the insider knowledge to protect you from the government’s most aggressive tactics. We handle a wide range of federal white-collar crimes, including:

Government Contract Fraud Defense

When you’re accused of defrauding the federal government, you’re facing a battle-tested opponent. The government aggressively prosecutes allegations of procurement fraud, and a conviction can lead to debarment, massive fines, and prison time. We defend contractors against all types of government contract fraud allegations, including:

False Claims Act Violations (31 U.S.C. §§ 3729-3733): We have extensive experience defending clients against qui tam lawsuits and government-led investigations into false claims.
Procurement Fraud: We represent clients accused of bid-rigging, defective pricing, and other forms of procurement fraud.
Cross-Charging and Cost Mischarging: We understand the complexities of government accounting and can build a strong defense against allegations of improper billing.

Healthcare Fraud Defense Federal Crime Lawyer

The federal government has made healthcare fraud a top enforcement priority. Doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare providers are facing unprecedented scrutiny, and the penalties for a conviction are severe. Our federal healthcare fraud defense attorneys have a deep understanding of the complex regulations that govern the healthcare industry. Each federal crime lawyer at the Watson law firm defends clients against a wide range of healthcare fraud allegations, including:

Anti-Kickback Statute Violations: We represent clients accused of offering or receiving illegal payments for referrals.
Stark Law Violations: We defend physicians and other healthcare providers against allegations of improper self-referrals.
Billing Fraud: We have a proven track record of success in cases involving allegations of upcoding, unbundling, and billing for services not rendered.

Federal Conspiracy Defense Attorneys

Federal conspiracy charges (18 U.S.C. § 371) are one of the government’s most powerful tools. You can be charged with conspiracy even if you didn’t commit the underlying crime. The government only needs to prove that you agreed to commit a crime and that one of your co-conspirators took a single step to further the conspiracy. Our federal conspiracy defense lawyers know how to challenge the government’s evidence and build a strong defense against these complex charges.

Federal Wire Fraud and Mail Fraud Lawyers

Wire fraud (18 U.S.C. § 1343) and mail fraud (18 U.S.C. § 1341) are two of the most common federal charges. These statutes are incredibly broad and can be used to prosecute a wide range of conduct. If you used the internet, a phone, or the mail to commit any type of fraud, you could be facing federal charges. Our federal wire fraud and mail fraud defense attorneys have the experience to challenge the government’s case and protect your rights.

Bank Fraud Defense Lawyers

Federal bank fraud charges (18 U.S.C. § 1344) can arise from a wide range of conduct, from providing false information on a loan application to participating in a complex scheme to defraud a financial institution. The penalties for bank fraud are severe, and the government has a team of experienced investigators and prosecutors dedicated to these cases. Our federal bank fraud defense lawyers have the skills and experience to level the playing field.

SBA PPP Loan Fraud Defense Attorneys

The federal government is aggressively prosecuting cases of alleged fraud related to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). If you’re being investigated for PPP loan fraud, you need an experienced federal defense attorney on your side. We have a deep understanding of the complex regulations that govern the PPP and can help you build a strong defense against the government’s allegations.

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Our government contracts attorney services cover all states regarding legal and non-legal matters. We assist federal small businesses and large DoD contractors in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Cities in which our government contracts attorneys assist federal government contractors include:

Anchorage, AK; Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Colorado Springs, CO; Dallas, TX; Denver, Colorado; Indianapolis, IN; Las Vegas, NV; Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; Philadelphia, PA; San Antonio, TX; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Jose, CA; Santa Clara, CA; and Tampa, FL.

Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes; this is attorney advertising only. All information on this website has been prepared for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. While this information may constitute attorney advertising in some jurisdictions, reading this information does not create an attorney-client relationship. Your MUST engage with an attorney to create a legal relationship. Every case is different, any prior result described or referred to herein cannot guarantee similar outcomes in the future in any type of case. All visitors to this Website are informed that Watson & Associates, LLC works with affiliated lawyers (referred to as “Local Counsel”) in various cities and states across the United States. These Local Counsel may assist the Firm on a case-by-case basis, operate their own respective law firms, are independent of Firm, and are not partners, owners, of counsel, or employees of Firm. Clients and prospective clients should be aware that when referencing to Firm’s experience, this experience may combine the knowledge and experience of both Firm and its frequently used Local Counsel in the aggregate. Specifically, if and when Firm cooperates with Local Counsel, Firm will disclose the details to the client in writing for their approval. In some cases, pursuant to Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct and the equivalent in other jurisdictions, a case is referred to a Local Counsel, the Firm will not participate in the representation. In such a case, a client will sign an engagement exclusively with the Local Counsel. Watson &. Associates, LLC is headquartered in Denver, Colorado and it only maintains a fully equipped office in Denver and Washington DC. References to a particular city or state other than Denver, Colorado and Washington DC, in any article or anywhere on this website does NOT mean that Firm maintains an office in that location, and it does NOT mean that Firm has attorneys physically located in that city or state. Firm’s lawyers are only licensed to practice state law in the states mentioned in their respective biographies. With few case-by-case exceptions, Firm’s practice is limited to matters and questions of federal law and federal procedure. Firm’s engagement letter and Firm’s website disclaimers provide additional details.

Our government contracts attorney services cover all states regarding legal and non-legal matters. We assist federal small businesses and large DoD contractors in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Cities in which our government contracts attorneys assist federal government contractors include Anchorage, AK; Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Colorado Springs, CO; Dallas, TX; Denver, Colorado; Indianapolis, IN; Las Vegas, NV; Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; Philadelphia, PA; San Antonio, TX; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Jose, CA; Santa Clara, CA; and Tampa, FL.

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