Criminal Defense Lawyers

A Federal Target Letter isn’t just a warning. It’s the start of a battle, the start of a fight, the start of your defense. You think it’s over? It’s not. With the right lawyer, with the right fight, with the right strategy, you can win—and yes, even a partial win matters. We fight for the partial wins, we fight for the small wins, we fight for the ones that keep your future intact. I’ve fought for clients who thought the odds were stacked against them, and I’ve seen those odds shift with strategy, with law, with persistence.

Fighting for the Small Wins

Federal law? It’s brutal. It’s relentless. It’s complex. But it isn’t infallible. Every letter has loopholes, every case has cracks, every prosecutor makes mistakes. We exploit those flaws. We exploit those cracks. We exploit every mistake they make.

• Title 18 is where we start.
• It governs most federal crimes.
• It’s a maze, it’s a monster, it’s a battlefield.
• But we know how to navigate it, we know how to fight within it, we know how to bend it to your favor.

Intent is Everything

Intent matters. Intent is everything. Without intent, there’s no crime. Without intent, there’s no guilt. And guess what? We make sure the government proves intent. We make sure they fail to prove intent. We make sure you walk. You weren’t part of the conspiracy. You weren’t planning anything. You weren’t aware. And that’s where we fight. That’s where we win. We fight the conspiracy charge, we fight the conspiracy statute, we fight to prove your innocence.

Sentencing Reform: A Tool for Leniency

The Sentencing Reform Act? We use it. We exploit it. We breathe life into it. Judges can reduce sentences, judges can show leniency, judges have discretion. And we make sure they use that discretion in your favor. Fruit of the Poisonous Tree means that bad evidence, bad warrants, bad searches—they all lead to bad cases. We find the poison, we expose the poison, we remove the poison. And once it’s gone? Their case collapses. Their case dies.

Fighting for Your Rights

Miranda Rights matter. If they didn’t read you your rights? We get evidence thrown out. We get confessions dismissed. We get their case weakened. Miranda failures are fatal to the government’s case, and we’ve used that weakness time and time again. Remember United States v. Booker (2005)? That’s our playbook. That’s where sentencing guidelines became advisory. That’s where we argue for leniency. That’s where we fight for your freedom. We’ve used Booker to cut down sentences, to reduce penalties.

Challenging Intent with Bailey

United States v. Bailey (1980). Intent matters. They didn’t prove intent, they couldn’t prove intent, they didn’t show you meant to commit the crime. And that’s how we win. We fight intent, and we fight it hard. We fight from the start. We fight from the moment you get that letter. We fight every piece of evidence, every legal step, every inch of the case. We don’t stop until we find a way to win—and trust me, there’s always a way to win.

Reasonable Doubt: The Cornerstone

Reasonable doubt is our bread and butter. We show doubt, we create doubt, we make doubt the cornerstone of your defense. Without certainty, without proof, without doubt being erased—the government loses. That’s how we win. The partial victory? It’s still a victory. It’s still a win. We reduce charges, we negotiate sentences, we lower penalties. I’ve seen business owners walk out with a fine instead of prison. And that’s a win, a big win.

Christine Twomey

2024-03-21

Just had my Divorce case settled 2 months ago after having a horrible experience with another firm. I couldn’t be happier with Claire Banks and Elizabeth Garvey with their outstanding professionalism in doing so with Spodek Law Group. Any time I needed questions answered they were always prompt in doing so with all my uncertainties after 30 yrs of marriage.I feel from the bottom of my heart you will NOT be disappointed with either one. Thanks a million.

Brendan huisman

2024-03-18

Alex Zhik contacted me almost immediately when I reached out to Spodek for a consultation and was able to effectively communicate the path forward/consequences of my legal issue. I immediately agreed to hire Alex for his services and did not regret my choice. He was able to cover my case in court (with 1 day notice) and not only was he able to push my case down, he carefully negotiated a dismissal of the charge altogether. I highly recommend Spodek, and more specifically, Alex Zhik for all of your legal issues. Thanks guys!

Guerline Menard

2024-03-18

Thanks again Spodek law firm, particularly Esq Claire Banks who stood right there with us up to the finish line. Attached photos taken right outside of the court building and the smile on our faces represented victory, a breath of fresh air and satisfaction. We are very happy that this is over and we can move on with our lives. Thanks Spodek law 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙌🏼❤️

Keisha Parris

2024-03-15

Believe every single review here about Alex Z!! From our initial consultation, it was evident that Alex possessed a profound understanding of criminal law and a fierce dedication to his clients rights. Throughout the entirety of my case, Alex exhibited unparalleled professionalism and unwavering commitment. What sets Alex apart is not only his legal expertise but also his genuine compassion for his clients. He took the time to thoroughly explain my case, alleviating any concerns I had along the way. His exact words were “I’m not worried about it”. His unwavering support and guidance were invaluable throughout the entire process. I am immensely grateful for Alex's exceptional legal representation and wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone in need of a skilled criminal defense attorney. Alex Z is not just a lawyer; he is a beacon of hope for those navigating the complexities of the legal system. If you find yourself in need of a dedicated and competent legal advocate, look no further than Alex Z.

Taïko Beauty

2024-03-15

I don’t know where to start, I can write a novel about this firm, but one thing I will say is that having my best interest was their main priority since the beginning of my case which was back in Winter 2019. Miss Claire Banks, one of the best Attorneys in the firm represented me very well and was very professional, respectful, and truthful. Not once did she leave me in the dark, in fact she presented all options and routes that could possibly be considered for my case and she reinsured me that no matter what I decided to do, her and the team will have my back and that’s exactly what happened. Not only will I be liberated from this case, also, I will enjoy my freedom and continue to be a mother to my first born son and will have no restrictions with accomplishing my goals in life. Now that’s what I call victory!! I thank the Lord, My mother, Claire, and the Spodek team for standing by me and fighting with me. Words can’t describe how grateful I am to have the opportunity to work with this team. I’m very satisfied, very pleased with their performance, their hard work, and their diligence. Thank you team!

Anthony Williams

2024-03-12

Hey, how you guys doing? Good afternoon my name is Anthony Williams I just want to give a great shout out to the team of. Spodek law group. It is such a honor to use them and to use their assistance through this whole case from start to finish. They did everything that they said they was gonna do and if it ever comes down to it, if I ever have to use them again, hands-down they will be the first law office at the top of my list, thank you guys so much. It was a pleasure having you guys by my side so if you guys ever need them, do not hesitate to pick up the phone and give them a call.

Loveth Okpedo

2024-03-12

Very professional, very transparent, over all a great experience

Bee L

2024-02-28

Amazing experience with Spodek! Very professional lawyers who take your case seriously. They treated me with respect, were always available, and answered any and all questions. They were able to help me very successfully and removed a huge stress. Highly recommend.

divesh patel

2024-02-24

I can't recommend Alex Zhik and Spodek Law Firm highly enough for their exceptional legal representation and personal mentorship. From the moment I engaged their services in October 2022, Alex took the time to understand my case thoroughly and provided guidance every step of the way. Alex's dedication to my case went above and beyond my expectations. His expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome were evident throughout the entire process. He took the time to mentor me, ensuring I understood the legal complexities involved to make informed decisions. Alex is the kind of guy you would want to have a beer with and has made a meaningful impact on me. I also want to acknowledge Todd Spodek, the leader of the firm, who played a crucial role in my case. His leadership and support bolstered the efforts of Alex, and his involvement highlighted the firm's commitment to excellence. Thanks to Alex Zhik and Todd Spodek, I achieved the outcome I desired, and I am incredibly grateful for their professionalism, expertise, and genuine care. If you're in need of legal representation, look no further than this outstanding team.

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Negotiating Plea Deals

Plea deals aren’t failures. They’re calculated victories. They’re battles won without bloodshed. I’ve had clients who thought they were done, who thought they were finished, but we negotiated a deal. A deal that saved their future. The law is our weapon. From Title 18 to the Sentencing Reform Act, from Miranda to Bailey—we use every law, every case, every precedent. We use it all to fight for your freedom, to fight for your business, to fight for your life.

The Government’s Mistakes

And let me be clear: the government makes mistakes. They miss evidence, they screw up warrants, they botch arrests. And when they do, we tear it apart. We expose their mistakes, we use their failures, we make sure you win. Personal story: I had a client looking at 20 years. 20 years for a crime he didn’t fully commit, but the evidence was stacked against him. We fought, we negotiated, we found the cracks. He walked out with probation. That could be you.

Fighting Every Case

There’s no one way to win. Some cases need aggressive defense, others need negotiation. But every case? Every case gets a fight. Every case gets strategy. Every case gets a defense that works. The law is a maze, but we know it better than anyone. We find the way through, we navigate the complexities, we make sure the law works for you, not against you. We use every tool, every statute, every case precedent to keep you free.

Fighting for Business Owners

Business owners, listen to me: This is your life. This is your business. You’ve been targeted by predatory lenders, and now you’re facing the feds. But we can fight back. We’ve saved businesses like yours before, and we’ll do it again. Target letters don’t mean it’s over. They mean it’s time to fight. They mean it’s time to find the best lawyer, the best strategy, the best way to claw your way back. We’ll be there with you, every step of the way, until the case is done.

Hope Isn’t Lost

Remember this: There’s always hope. There’s always a fight to be fought. There’s always a chance. And I’ll fight with you, for every inch, for every small victory, for every last shred of your freedom. Facing a target letter isn’t the end. It’s the start of your defense. It’s the start of your fight. And we’ll fight with you. We’ll fight for you. We’ll make sure you get the best deal, the best outcome, the best chance at walking free.

Winning is Possible

Winning isn’t easy, but it’s possible. I’ve done it. I’ve seen it. I’ve saved businesses, saved lives, saved futures. Let me do the same for you. Let me fight for you. Let me win for you.

Federal Target Letters: Not the End, But the Beginning

A Federal Target Letter isn’t just a warning. It’s the start of a battle, the start of a fight, the start of your defense. You think it’s over? It’s not. With the right lawyer, with the right fight, with the right strategy, you can win—and yes, even a partial win matters. We fight for the partial wins, we fight for the small wins, we fight for the ones that keep your future intact. I’ve fought for clients who thought the odds were stacked against them, and I’ve seen those odds shift with strategy, with law, with persistence.

Fighting for the Small Wins

Federal law? It’s brutal. It’s relentless. It’s complex. But it isn’t infallible. Every letter has loopholes, every case has cracks, every prosecutor makes mistakes. We exploit those cracks. We exploit every mistake they make.

• Title 18 is where we start.
• It governs most federal crimes.
• It’s a maze, it’s a monster, it’s a battlefield.
• But we know how to navigate it, we know how to bend it to your favor.

Intent is Everything

Intent matters. Intent is everything. Without intent, there’s no crime. Without intent, there’s no guilt. And guess what? We make sure the government proves intent. We make sure they fail to prove intent. We make sure you walk. You weren’t part of the conspiracy. You weren’t planning anything. You weren’t aware. And that’s where we win. We fight the conspiracy statute, we fight to prove your innocence.

Sentencing Reform: A Tool for Leniency

The Sentencing Reform Act? We use it. We exploit it. We breathe life into it. Judges can reduce sentences, judges can show leniency, judges have discretion. And we make sure they use that discretion in your favor. Fruit of the Poisonous Tree means that bad evidence, bad warrants, bad searches—they all lead to bad cases. We find the poison, we expose the poison, we remove the poison. And once it’s gone? Their case collapses.

Fighting for Your Rights

Miranda Rights matter. If they didn’t read you your rights? We get evidence thrown out. We get confessions dismissed. Miranda failures are fatal to the government’s case, and we’ve used that weakness time and time again. Remember United States v. Booker (2005)? That’s our playbook. That’s where sentencing guidelines became advisory. That’s where we argue for leniency. That’s where we fight for your freedom. We’ve used Booker to cut down sentences, to reduce penalties.

Challenging Intent with Bailey

United States v. Bailey (1980). Intent matters. They didn’t prove intent, they couldn’t prove intent, they didn’t show you meant to commit the crime. And that’s how we win. We fight intent, and we fight it hard. We don’t stop until we find a way to win—and trust me, there’s always a way to win.

Reasonable Doubt: The Cornerstone

Reasonable doubt is our bread and butter. We show doubt, we create doubt, we make doubt the cornerstone of your defense. Without certainty, without proof, without doubt being erased—the government loses. That’s how we win. We reduce charges, we negotiate sentences, we lower penalties. I’ve seen business owners walk out with a fine instead of prison. And that’s a win, a big win.

Negotiating Plea Deals

Plea deals aren’t failures. They’re calculated victories. They’re battles won without bloodshed. I’ve had clients who thought they were done, who thought they were finished, but we negotiated a deal. A deal that saved their future. The law is our weapon. From Title 18 to the Sentencing Reform Act, from Miranda to Bailey—we use every law, every case, every precedent. We use it all to fight for your freedom, to fight for your business, to fight for your life.

The Government’s Mistakes

And let me be clear: the government makes mistakes. They miss evidence, they screw up warrants, they botch arrests. And when they do, we tear it apart. We expose their mistakes, we use their failures, we make sure you win. Personal story: I had a client looking at 20 years. 20 years for a crime he didn’t fully commit, but the evidence was stacked against him. We fought, we negotiated, we found the cracks. He walked out with probation. That could be you.

Fighting Every Case

There’s no one way to win. Some cases need aggressive defense, others need negotiation. But every case? Every case gets a fight. Every case gets strategy. Every case gets a defense that works. The law is a maze, but we know it better than anyone. We find the way through, we navigate the complexities, we make sure the law works for you, not against you. We use every tool, every statute, every case precedent to keep you free.

Fighting for Business Owners

Business owners, listen to me: This is your life. This is your business. You’ve been targeted by predatory lenders, and now you’re facing the feds. But we can fight back. We’ve saved businesses like yours before, and we’ll do it again. Target letters don’t mean it’s over. They mean it’s time to fight. They mean it’s time to find the best lawyer, the best strategy, the best way to claw your way back. We’ll be there with you, every step of the way, until the case is done.

Hope Isn’t Lost

Remember this: There’s always hope. There’s always a fight to be fought. There’s always a chance. And I’ll fight with you, for every inch, for every small victory, for every last shred of your freedom. Facing a target letter isn’t the end. It’s the start of your defense. It’s the start of your fight. And we’ll fight with you. We’ll fight for you. We’ll make sure you get the best deal, the best outcome, the best chance at walking free.

Winning is Possible

Winning isn’t easy, but it’s possible. I’ve done it. I’ve seen it. I’ve saved businesses, saved lives, saved futures. Let me do the same for you. Let me fight for you. Let me win for you.