White-Collar Investigations & Federal Criminal Defense

Silverman Thompson’s elite team of white-collar and government investigations lawyers have represented top public officials, corporate executives, military officers, federal law enforcement agents, and professional athletes, as well as leading organizations.

Federal investigations are often complex and can have serious and potentially long-term implications for the individuals and organizations involved. Given these issues, attorneys who have a deep understanding of the federal system, and who themselves have handled many federal investigations and trials, are well-positioned to obtain the best results.

Our team – which includes former federal prosecutors and public defenders and a retired federal judge – draws upon decades of experience.

Because of our exceptional roster of high-quality and experienced lawyers, our firm has been retained in cases that garner national and international attention. From high-profile cases representing prominent public figures, including the former Mayor of Baltimore and a U.S. President, to sensitive, private matters, we bring unparalleled commitment to each client.

While cases may involve different factual and legal nuances, our team is committed to offering each client our expertise, judgment, and zealous advocacy.

Our Team Approach

Based on the nature and scope of the matter, Silverman Thompson draws from our group of dedicated white-collar defense specialists. Our lawyers have a collective wealth of experience in prosecution, defense, and the justice system, and they are deeply committed to defending the rights of our clients. We take a team approach to every case, ensuring that the right strategies and best decisions are implemented at every stage. Our team has investigated thousands and taken hundreds of criminal matters to trial. Because the majority of our white-collar defense team members have served as federal prosecutors, have subsequently negotiated on behalf of hundreds of clients with federal prosecutors, and have appeared in court many times, we have built up key relationships in the specialized arena of federal criminal prosecutions.

Notable Representation

Our team has been involved in many landmark cases, which have been the subject of documentaries and featured in the national and international news media. These representations give us a unique perspective on helping our clients navigate federal criminal cases.

Our deep experience has prepared us to represent clients on topics such as wire fraud, healthcare fraud, money laundering, billing and contracting fraud, pandemic relief-related fraud, criminal antitrust, and obstruction of justice.

Specific notable cases include:

• A U.S. President in two federal criminal cases, which were dismissed;
• A top U.S. Department of Justice official in a Congressional investigation and in civil litigation that centered on his official acts;
• A Mayor of Baltimore on federal fraud and tax evasion charges;
• The first presidential advisor charged with contempt of Congress;
• A nationwide consulting firm, which avoided all sanctions despite allegations of government contracting fraud;
• The audit committee of one of the largest U.S. healthcare companies, in multiple business-practices and accounting investigations;
• Corporate officials in some of the largest U.S. antitrust investigations – the Air Cargo and LIBOR investigations – such that they avoided all liability;
• Several elected public officials in a criminal grand jury investigation, where prosecutions were declined;
• Professional athletes – including an NBA basketball player whose federal fraud charges were dismissed and the former undisputed World Heavyweight Boxing Champion in civil and criminal matters;
• A presidential historian involving allegations of the most prolific historical document theft conspiracy in U.S. history;
• The target of a $750 million dollar currency trading fraud investigation, where prosecution was declined; and
• The general counsel of a publicly traded corporation in a federal fraud and obstruction investigation, where prosecution was declined.

Meet Our Team

For representation inquires and consultations please contact us at 410.385.2225.