Jacksonville Government Fraud Defense Lawyer

Aggressive Defense Against Federal Prosecution

If you or someone you know is suspected of defrauding a government agency, prosecutors have tremendous resources and employ heavy-handed tactics to coerce confessions and levy severe penalties.

If you have been arrested, indicted or questioned in connection with a government fraud probe, you need an experienced and effective Jacksonville fraud defense lawyer to protect your rights. Mitchell A. Stone, P.A., has defended hundreds of citizens, professionals and businesses against a wide range of fraud and white-collar crimes:

• Government contract fraud
• Securities fraud (insider trading, SEC violations)
• Social Security fraud
• Health care fraud/Medicaid fraud/Medicare fraud
• Election fraud
• Immigration fraud
• Tax fraud and tax evasion
• Political bribes
• Internet crimes

Experience with All Types of Cases

Mitchell A. Stone practices in all State and Federal courts in Florida, including appellate courts. He is familiar with federal court procedures after practicing in Florida federal courts for close to three decades, is board-certified, and is familiar with the prosecutors, judges, and personnel of the federal courts. This helps in the pre-indictment negotiations that can sometimes assist clients in avoiding any criminal charges being lodged against them.

Mitch Stone has represented politicians, government employees, military personnel, medical professionals, and law enforcement officers whose livelihoods are at risk because of the potential of being charged with a crime in a federal court.

Challenging government cases requires swift action to protect clients' rights against self-incrimination and through examination of evidence for indication of procedural violations as well as solid trial and negotiation skills. Mitch Stone pursues all avenues to dismiss charges, suppress evidence, or obtain alternative and lesser punishments. He is prepared to go to trial in the event that plea negotiations break down or the government refuses to resolve the case in a matter that is acceptable to the client. He has a proven record of favorable results at trial that many times works to our clients' benefit.

Facing Federal Charges? Contact Us Immediately.

Contact our Jacksonville government fraud attorney at Mitchell A. Stone, P.A. for aggressive pursuit of the best possible outcome in your case. We will discuss the facts and unique circumstances, and outline your legal options in a free, confidential consultation.

Call (904) 263-5005 or contact us online.