50
Successfully represented clients in all 50 sates
188
Federal Counts Aquitted
$550 Million
Saved in fines, forfeitures and restitution
We are a federal criminal defense law firm handling high-stakes federal cases nationwide. Our practice focuses on white collar and federal fraud matters, representing executives, professionals, and companies facing investigations, indictments, trials, and appeals.
Clients turn to us during federal and DOJ investigations, grand jury proceedings, and pre-indictment stages to limit exposure and pursue early resolution. When charges are filed, we provide aggressive trial defense and strategic post-conviction representation, including federal criminal appeals and U.S. Supreme Court matters.
Led by a former federal prosecutor and U.S. Marine Corps Judge Advocate—supported by former federal investigators—Ron understands how the government builds cases—and how to dismantle them.
Why Clients Trust Us With Their Cases
Leading professionals trust us with their most critical white-collar crime defense cases.
Recognized in Federal Courts Nationwide
We focus exclusively on federal and white-collar cases — complex investigations, indictments, and trials where the stakes are highest. Our insight into agency procedures, prosecutorial tactics, and early-stage intervention sets us apart.
Strategic & Discreet Defense
Every defense begins with strategy and privacy. We act early, engage selectively, and control information flow — protecting not only your freedom but also your reputation and career.
Proven Results in Complex Cases
Our record includes countless quiet dismissals, over 150 acquittals, and favorable resolutions in high-stakes federal trials and investigations. We’re known for handling cases that require precision, data analysis, and creative legal leverage.
Trusted by Executives
Our clients include business leaders, healthcare executives, attorneys, and financial professionals. They choose us for our discretion, sophistication, client-centric approach, and results — strengthened by advanced data analytics and AI-driven insight.
Dismissals
Court dismissed most counts in superseding indictment pre‑trial; “sex‑act” counts and over‑aggregated FDA counts tossed; limited FDA/fraud counts remained.
Acquittals
Jury acquitted 6 distribution counts; hung on 2; prosecution later dismissed remaining count
Dismissal
Mid‑trial Rule 29 relief on two “resulting‑in‑death” counts; remainder resolved with time served and return of seized assets.
Meet the Federal Defense Team Behind Chapman, Dowling & Mallek
High-stakes federal matters require more than a single attorney — they demand a coordinated legal team with prosecutorial insight, investigative experience, analytical precision, and the ability to act quickly under pressure.