White Collar Crimes
Federal Fraud & White Collar Defense Attorney in Houston
The Law Offices of James Alston
Allegations of federal fraud or white-collar crime place your freedom, professional reputation, and financial future at immediate risk. Federal investigators and prosecutors devote extensive resources to these cases, often building evidence over months or years before charges are filed. A conviction can result in significant prison sentences, substantial financial penalties, and permanent damage to your career and reputation in the community.
If you are under investigation or facing charges for a federal fraud offense in Houston or the Southern District of Texas, early and experienced legal representation is essential.
James Alston is a Houston criminal defense attorney with more than 30 years of criminal law experience, including service as a former Assistant United States Attorney. He understands how federal prosecutors investigate complex financial crimes, evaluate evidence, and pursue indictments—and he applies that knowledge to the strategic defense of individuals accused of serious federal fraud and white-collar offenses.
Former Federal Prosecutor With Extensive White-Collar Case Experience
Before entering private practice, James Alston served as an Assistant United States Attorney, where he prosecuted serious federal criminal matters. Today, he uses that insider perspective to defend clients facing high-stakes federal fraud investigations and indictments.
He brings:
- Over three decades of criminal law experience
- More than 20 years of federal courtroom practice
- Hundreds of federal criminal cases handled in Houston
- Board Certification in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization
This background provides rare insight into:
- how federal financial investigations are developed
- how evidence is presented to the grand jury
- how prosecutors assess trial risk and sentencing exposure
- when allegations can be challenged, reduced, or dismissed
For individuals facing federal fraud accusations, experience at the federal level matters.
Federal Fraud and White-Collar Cases We Defend
The Law Offices of James Alston represents clients in a wide range of federal fraud and financial crime investigations, including:
- Wire fraud
- Mail fraud
- Bank and financial institution fraud
- Money laundering allegations
- Federal fraud conspiracy charges
- Healthcare and Medicare fraud investigations
- Tax fraud and related financial offenses
- PPP / SBA Fraud charges
- Other complex federal financial crime matters
Each case involves detailed financial records, electronic evidence, federal investigative agencies, and complex legal standards that require careful, strategic defense.
Early Defense in Federal Fraud Investigations
Many federal fraud cases begin long before an arrest or indictment, often involving:
- subpoenas for financial or business records
- search warrants or seizures
- interviews by federal agents
- grand jury investigations or target letters
What happens during this early stage can significantly affect:
- whether charges are filed
- the scope of the allegations
- potential sentencing exposure
Prompt legal representation may create opportunities to:
- protect constitutional rights
- manage communications with investigators
- limit the direction of an investigation
- position the case for a stronger defense or favorable resolution
The High Stakes of Federal Fraud Convictions
Federal fraud convictions may carry:
- multi-year federal prison sentences
- substantial restitution or financial penalties
- asset forfeiture proceedings
- long-term professional and reputational consequences
Because the consequences are severe, individuals facing federal fraud allegations need experienced, strategic, and trial-ready defense counsel from the outset.
Strategic Defense for Complex Financial Crime Allegations
Effective defense in federal fraud cases often requires:
- detailed analysis of financial and digital evidence
- examination of investigative methods and procedures
- challenges to intent, knowledge, or participation
- evaluation of witness credibility and cooperating testimony
- negotiation when appropriate
- preparation for federal trial when necessary
Every federal fraud case demands a carefully developed, evidence-driven defense strategy tailored to the specific allegations and risks involved.
Speak With a Houston Federal Fraud Defense Attorney
If you are under investigation or charged with a federal fraud or white-collar offense in Houston, do not delay in seeking legal counsel.
Contact The Law Offices of James Alston
📞 (713) 280-5615
to schedule a confidential consultation.
Early action can make a critical difference in a federal fraud case.
