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Boston Federal Defense Lawyers for Public Corruption Cases

March 21, 2024 Uncategorized

Boston Federal Defense Lawyers for Public Corruption Cases

Being charged with public corruption can be scary. The potential consequences are severe – we’re talking prison time and huge fines here. As a Boston local myself, I know folks in this area don’t take too kindly to shady government folks. So I wanted to write up this article to help anyone out there who might be facing corruption charges. I’m just a regular guy, not a lawyer, but I did some research and talked to a few legal experts to get the scoop.

First off, what exactly is “public corruption?” Well that covers a whole range of stuff – bribery, embezzlement, fraud, campaign finance violations. Anything that involves abusing your public office for personal gain, really. Federal prosecutors go hard after these cases. In fact, U.S. Attorney Andrew Lelling said Massachusetts specifically needs the feds to handle public corruption because local DAs just don’t have the resources.

So if you’re being investigated or charged, you need a lawyer who knows how to handle federal cases. A good Boston federal defense attorney can be the difference between prison time and getting your life back. Here are some top firms to check out:

  • Simons Law Office – These guys have a ton of experience with corruption cases. They seem to really understand the shame and privacy concerns too.
  • Altman & Altman – Well-known firm that handles all types of corruption charges – bribery, embezzlement, fraud, etc. Their attorneys have a record of getting charges reduced or dismissed.
  • Martin G. Weinberg – He’s worked on a lot of big political corruption cases and has gotten some major convictions reversed. High-powered lawyer for sure.

The charges you might face really run the gamut – bribery, embezzlement, fraud, theft of government funds…the list goes on. And conspiracy charges get tacked on a lot too. The potential penalties are just as varied – we could be talking years in prison or massive fines. So it’s important to get an experienced lawyer to look at the specifics of your case.

Your defense attorney can then come up with a strategy to either get the charges dismissed or reduced before trial. If it does go to trial, a good lawyer knows how to challenge the evidence and put on an aggressive defense. I’d say the earlier you get them involved the better. Of course every case is different, so you need someone who will be upfront about your options.

Personally, I’d want a law firm that has experience taking corruption cases to trial. That way if you do decide to fight the charges, you know they’ve got the skills to mount a solid defense in court. The lawyers I mentioned above – Simons, Altman, Weinberg – they’ve all gotten some good trial verdicts for clients.

But you might also decide that pleading guilty in return for a lighter sentence is the way to go. If you go that route, your lawyer can work to negotiate with the prosecution and “humanize” you in their eyes. The goal is to get you the most lenient punishment possible.

Either way, this is scary stuff and you need someone in your corner who understands the system. Call up a few of these firms, tell them your situation, and go from there. Having the right lawyer can make all the difference. You got this! Let me know if you have any other questions.

About the Author

I’m Mike, just a regular Boston local who wanted to help folks out. I’m not a lawyer myself but I thought I could use my research skills to give some guidance to anyone facing corruption charges. This stuff isn’t easy but you’ll get through it. Stay strong!

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