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The Piper Law Firm
8350 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite #200
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

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This is not an area of the law where sheer brute force and bull-in-a-china-shop tactics will produce fruitful results.  It takes an attorney who will use discretion, diplomacy and tact to attempt to resolve this matter for the “white collar” client.  The client accused of one of these crimes needs an attorney who is dedicated, professional and presents the client well.  To be sure, however, it is not an area of the law for the faint of heart.  The well-spoken attorney must be willing, and able, to go on the offensive against the Assistant United States Attorney or Deputy Attorney General who is opposing counsel.

Recent national scandals have made “white collar” crimes a very politically sensitive issue.  The media, politicians and law enforcement are now, more than ever, closely scrutinizing so called “white collar criminals.”  As such, anyone facing a “white collar” criminal charge, or investigation, should have highly skilled and experienced counsel in this ever increasing area of the criminal justice system. 

From corporate executives who have been accused of over inflating their stocks to managers of local restaurants who have been arrested for taking a few extra funds from the night deposits, the term “white collar” encompasses a whole host of activities.  “White collar” offenses often involve someone who is in a position of trust and who is accused of abusing or violating that trust for their own gain.  It happens in company or corporate settings and involves someone who is usually in control of funds or pricing.

Stock fraud, Embezzlement, theft, these are all examples of what are typically considered white collar offenses.  It most often results in some dissatisfied customer, employee or stockholder complaining to a state or federal agency (i.e.; the Securities and Exchange Commission).  This complaint causes a state or federal agency, or both, to investigate a manager, officer or director of a company. 

Many times, the person who did the complaining either misunderstood or was misinformed regarding the true nature of the events surrounding the complaint.  This, however, is little solace for the officer, manager or director whose life and well being are now in jeopardy from a criminal investigation.  Unfortunately, it is all too often of little consequence to the authorities who are investigating and prosecuting the allegations.

Suddenly, this hardworking business person is being treated horribly by a cold and callous system.  It is very difficult for this person, who used to be in control of his or her life, to be so out of control.  For these goal oriented people, the feeling of helplessness is almost too much to bear.

A good attorney will understand that some finesse and patience should eventually help his sophisticated client achieve their goals.  A good attorney will also take the time to listen to the needs of the client and help them to regain some sense of control over the situation in which they are now trapped.  Therefore, hiring a good attorney to assist you through this process, and achieve your goals, makes all the difference in the world.

David Piper has represented those accused of white collar offenses.  He has the skills and tools necessary to aggressively represent the accused in these complex, and  often difficult, cases.  Call him today and see if he can put his previous experience to work for you in your state or federal case.