Chicago White Collar Crime Defense Lawyer For Clients Throughout Illinois
Investigations of white collar crimes often begin long before a suspect ever knows that they are under investigation. If you have any suspicion that you are being investigated for a white collar crime, we encourage you to contact Wolf Criminal Law today. The sooner you retain a white collar criminal defense attorney who also has experience defending clients against federal criminal charges, the sooner you will have someone on your side fighting to protect your rights and future.
Our founding attorney Bill Wolf develops sophisticated and aggressive criminal defense strategies in white collar crime cases, including cases involving allegations of fraud and money laundering.
For a free initial consultation, call or text us at 312-881-9899 or complete our contact form. Our office is in downtown Chicago, and we defend clients facing white collar crime charges throughout Illinois. We speak Spanish and Italian.
Common Charges For Alleged White Collar Criminal Activity
White collar crimes are generally nonviolent crimes. They often involve fraudulent activity and/or financial transactions, as well as breaches in fiduciary duty. State and federal agencies aggressively investigate allegations of white collar crimes, including:
- Embezzlement
- Money laundering
- Mail fraud and wire fraud
- Insurance, tax or health care fraud
- Securities fraud
- Bank fraud
- ATM fraud
- Identity theft and credit card fraud
A criminal investigation may lead to federal charges when alleged criminal activity crosses state lines or appears to defraud the federal government. If you are facing a federal criminal charge, before you do anything else, contact Wolf Criminal Law. Not every criminal defense attorney has experience in federal court. Attorney Bill Wolf has extensive experience in developing and implementing effective defense strategies for people accused of federal crimes. He also has the knowledge and experience to secure favorable outcomes in matters of civil forfeiture.
Wolf Criminal Law has a long record of success in a wide variety of criminal cases. See our testimonials to learn more. See our Criminal Defense FAQ to get some of your immediate questions answered.
Penalties For White Collar Criminal Convictions In Illinois
Even though white collar crime is considered to be nonviolent, convictions for fraud, embezzlement and identity theft can still come with serious consequences, including fines and prison time. Criminal laws in Illinois sometimes require mandatory minimum sentences for serious felonies. Any white collar crime that involves a substantial amount of money could be considered a serious felony.
Additionally, federal judges in the U.S. criminal court system follow strict sentencing guidelines when assessing penalties for federal white collar crimes. Still, penalties for conviction can vary widely, depending on the amount of the alleged monetary losses and the number of people affected. If you are facing a white collar crime charge, we encourage you to contact Wolf Criminal Law as soon as possible. We develop sophisticated and effective strategies for getting charges reduced or dismissed.
Contact A White Collar Crime Defense Attorney Today
We offer a free initial consultation that is strictly confidential. Call or text our office at 312-881-9899 or complete our contact form. We are located in downtown Chicago, and we represent clients throughout Illinois, including Cook, Will, DuPage, Kane and McLean counties.