Agile, experienced, and aggressive - we have the team you’re looking for when your reputation is on the line.

We defend corporations and individuals at every stage of criminal investigations and trials but understand the importance of stopping prosecutions before they result in charges. From the initial stages of criminal investigations to whistleblower controversies, we work with companies to resolve issues and prevent indictment. Our goal is to achieve the best possible outcome as quickly as possible.

We do not shy away from defending our clients at trial either. Our clients know that if criminal charges are filed we will aggressively defend their interests. And with decades of experience and thousands of trial hours, our lawyers thrive in the courtroom. We have argued cases in federal and state courts across the country. We are also experienced in handling post-conviction matters in the various federal and state appellate courts. Whether through obtaining a dismissal of the charges or, if that is not possible, by winning acquittal, our focus is earning you the best possible result.

We defend clients facing all manner of white collar criminal charges. From cybercrime and healthcare to government contract and bank fraud, we are an experienced criminal defense team. We bring significant experience in tax and securities fraud and FCPA investigations, as well as all manner of administrative proceedings. We regularly include subject matter experts across the firm in our defense team.

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Agile, experienced, and assertive - here at Womble Bond Dickinson, we understand the importance of protecting your reputation, especially when it comes to resolving allegations of white collar crimes. Our team of criminal defense attorneys are dedicated to providing private legal advice and discreet solutions in order to prevent defamation. Whether you’re facing whistleblower allegations within the corporation, or you’re an individual facing investigation, our white collar defense lawyers are here to help you on all criminal justice matters.

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Our White Collar Defense Attorneys

Defending both corporations and individuals facing all manner of white collar criminal charges, our lawyers are on hand to support clients at every stage of criminal investigations and trials. Whether it’s regarding inappropriate activities or regulatory enforcement actions, we understand the importance of stopping prosecutions before they result in charges. From the initial stages of criminal investigations to whistleblower controversies, we work with companies to resolve issues and prevent indictment, offering legal advice regarding a wide range of issues including: 

  • Cybercrime and security 
  • Tax evasion and market manipulation
  • Government contract and bank fraud, including money laundering
  • Securities fraud and FCPA investigations
  • Civil fraud including; asset misappropriation, bribery and corruption and financial statement deception.

White Collar Defense Legal Services

We are experienced in handling post-conviction matters in the various federal and state appellate courts, whether through obtaining a dismissal of the charges orby winning acquittal, our focus is earning the best possible result every time. Our wealth of knowledge regarding the complexities of white collar defense investigations and our transatlantic connections allow us to provide comprehensive and effective legal support to clients including:

  • Preventing or minimizing the negative impact of public exposure of clients
  • Responding to whistleblower allegations and advising on ways to effectively raise issues within corporations without defaming their reputation
  • Assisting individuals and companies with crisis management by defending them against allegations
  • Helping defend clients in trials
  • Advising on proceedings carried out by a wide range of authorities
  • Preventing possible prosecutions and indictments by promptly resolving issues
  • Helping to dismiss charges or win acquittal to give clients the best results
  • Handling post-conviction matters, including reviewing appeals in court
  • Reviewing company records, staff training and internal controls to ensure they are in alignment with corporate regulations.


Defending clients is what we do best - our clients know that if criminal charges are filed we will aggressively defend their best interests. With decades of experience and thousands of trial hours, our lawyers thrive in the courtroom and are the team to look for when your reputation is on the line. Get in touch with our white collar defense attorneys today to find out how we can help you in criminal justice cases.

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