White Collar Crime Law in Houston, TX

If you have reason to believe you’re in danger of a white-collar criminal investigation, don’t wait for the walls to come crashing down before you seek out representation. Speak with our attorney in Houston, TX who specializes in white-collar crime, whether investigators have approached you or not. While it may seem that your best course of action is to cooperate voluntarily and provide information before you’ve been formally charged, only an experienced attorney can advise you on how best to exercise your rights in this challenging situation.

If you’ve already been charged with the commission of a white-collar crime in Houston, TX or have discovered that you’re already under investigation, the need for proper representation is even more urgent. You may have options! Weaver Johnston can help. Provide your attorney with any information about the case, and let us parse out your possible exposure and rights in the face of investigation.

Should the investigation end in charges filed or a trial, your experienced Houston white-collar attorney will help you navigate the legal process. Do not try and defend yourself – trust a professional to help you reach the best possible outcome, be that acquittal or a lesser sentence.

Why Choose Weaver Johnston to Handle My Case?

Your criminal case deserves only the most thorough representation available. When you hire us, you ensure that the resources of an experienced team of attorneys are brought to bear on investigating any possible defense or mitigation of liability available to you. We leave no stone unturned and have a track record of discovering the most successful avenues you can pursue to shield yourself from the consequences of a white-collar investigation.

What is a White-Collar Crime?

“White-collar crime” is a catch-all vernacular term referring to offenses allegedly committed in the course of professional conduct and a position of trust, usually understood to be without a physical victim. White-collar defendants are more likely to be accused of fiduciary misdeeds or improper handling of information and money than they are any violent offense.

How Can I Defend Myself Against Accusations of White-Collar Crime?

No one should defend themselves in a court of law, whether accused of white-collar crime or any other infraction. However, an experienced Houston white-collar defense attorney may be able to guide you in one of several effective defense strategies. For example, you may be able to demonstrate your innocence, a lack of criminal intent, or a lack of knowledge of the infractions being committed; white-collar crimes are rarely committed in a vacuum, and it’s entirely possible that the actions of others involved might lessen your liability. It's urgent for your defense that you obtain representation as early in the investigative process as possible to help shield you from critical errors that could hamper your defense in court. A white-collar attorney can help guide you through disclosures, advise you on what cooperation you should provide and when to exercise your constitutional right to remain silent, and help you negotiate for a plea deal in cases where the white-collar crime is evident to all parties involved.

What if I’m Innocent?

It’s common wisdom that the innocent have nothing to fear, but that simply isn’t the case in white-collar investigations. The nature of white-collar crime means that the accused will frequently have responsibility for and access to information or money that can be misused or handled unlawfully, often without intent. In these cases, guilt or innocence is less obvious to an outside observer, and good representation is critical to ensure that you are not held responsible for an honest mistake.

If you’re concerned that you may be the target of a white-collar crime investigation, or if you’ve already been accused, don’t delay. Get the legal help you need from Weaver Johnston today.

Our team at Weaver Johnston & Nelson, PLLC has handled white collar matters including indictments and allegations of fraud, violations of the Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act violations, money laundering, tampering with governmental records, drug offenses, and various other matters. In particular, attorney Jason Knutsonhas extensive experience in white collar cases, beginning with his work in Austin with the Travis County District Attorney’s White Collar Division and then with the United States’ Department of Justice’s Fraud Section where he focused on healthcare fraud.