Criminal and White Collar Defense

High-stakes criminal defense, complex investigations, and global reach. Led by nationally recognized trial counsel, backed by a coordinated, trial-ready legal team.

The GrayRobinson Criminal and White Collar Defense Practice is led by nationally recognized criminal defense attorney Brian H. Bieber, whose reputation and results anchor the firm’s work in high-stakes investigations and litigation. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, Brian and the GrayRobinson team represent individuals and companies facing complex criminal and fraud-based matters in state and federal courts across the United States and internationally.

The team represents publicly traded and privately held small, midsized, and multimillion-dollar corporations, as well as executives and individuals, in matters involving artificial intelligence (AI), banking, bankruptcy, computer and cybersecurity, health care, insurance, internet, mail, mortgage, pharmaceutical, real estate, securities, tax, telemarketing, wire, and other types of fraud. The practice also defends clients in matters involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), money laundering, and RICO statutes, as well as a broad range of other criminal allegations.

Under Brian’s leadership, the team regularly represents clients in grand jury investigations and parallel regulatory proceedings, and has extensive experience handling matters involving the IRS Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program, Native American law, and gaming law. The practice is known for its strategic, trial-ready approach, with a track record that includes dismissals prior to trial and jury acquittals in cases involving serious charges and significant potential penalties.

The firm’s capabilities extend well beyond U.S. borders. GrayRobinson represents clients in cross-border matters and investigations spanning Argentina, Belgium, the United States and British Virgin Islands, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, England, France, Germany, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Italy, Iran, Kazakhstan, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Mexico, Monaco, Peru, Spain, Switzerland, Syria, Uruguay, and Venezuela.

Across all matters, GrayRobinson’s Criminal and White Collar Defense team brings disciplined advocacy, sound judgment, and a commitment to achieving efficient, effective resolutions. The practice covers every stage of criminal defense, from investigation through trial and appeal, delivering coordinated, high-level representation in the most complex and sensitive matters.

  • Criminal Defense

    Being charged with a crime carries significant legal, financial, and personal consequences, including potential imprisonment, fines, probation, and the loss of civil rights and professional standing. GrayRobinson’s criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of criminal conduct or misconduct in state and federal courts in all 50 states and regularly consults on matters involving foreign jurisdictions.

    The team prioritizes early intervention, often engaging before formal charges are filed to mitigate risk and, where possible, prevent prosecution altogether. This proactive approach reflects a broader commitment to client interests, even when it may not align with traditional litigation timelines.

    When charges are filed, GrayRobinson deploys the full resources of the firm to develop and execute a comprehensive defense strategy. This includes motion practice, rigorous analysis of discovery, and thoughtful, strategic preparation at every stage of the case. The team approaches each matter with a trial-ready mindset, recognizing that effective advocacy often requires both creative problem-solving and the willingness to proceed to trial when necessary.

    In matters involving conviction and appeal, the team provides experienced guidance through the appellate process, navigating increasingly complex procedural and substantive legal issues.

  • White Collar Fraud

    GrayRobinson represents clients in a broad range of white collar and fraud-related matters, including allegations involving artificial intelligence (AI), banking, bankruptcy, computer and cybersecurity, health care, insurance, internet, mail, mortgage, pharmaceutical, real estate, securities, tax, telemarketing, wire, and other forms of fraud.

    The practice also includes defense of matters involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), money laundering, RICO statutes, and other complex criminal and regulatory frameworks. The team has successfully guided clients through the IRS Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program and regularly represents businesses and individuals in grand jury investigations and parallel regulatory proceedings.

    Navigating the intersection of business activity and criminal enforcement requires a nuanced understanding of both legal and operational realities. Many matters arise from business decisions later scrutinized by regulators or prosecutors. The team focuses on developing clear, credible defenses grounded in the facts, identifying viable legal strategies, and advancing compelling narratives where appropriate.