Are you facing criminal prosecution in the Georgia federal courts? Lowther | Walker’s Georgia federal criminal defense lawyers proudly defend clients in federal cases.
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From the moment you’re under investigation in a federal criminal case, every word you say and every action you take matters. The authorities are building their case against you. Organizations such as the FBI, FDA, and DOJ are actively allocating immense resources to your prosecution.
Fight back to keep your freedom, restore your reputation, and protect your future. Put decades of federal criminal defense experience to work for you and choose Lowther | Walker. Lowther | Walker’s legal team has experience with all stages of federal prosecutions in Georgia.
We handle cases in the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts and have a vast knowledge of the Georgia courts and stakeholders.
Our experience has taken us to the forefront at the early stages of federal investigations, where we prevent charges from being filed against our clients. We’ve been brought in by clients held under federal charges to secure their freedom and stop them from being indicted.
Our defense team also works with clients awaiting trial, communicating with prosecutors and collecting evidence to ensure favorable case results.
Timing is crucial in federal cases. Make the next action count. Call Lowther | Walker for Georgia’s best criminal defense team. We’ll immediately begin a case evaluation to determine the nature and scope of the charges against you. Next, we’ll start orchestrating a powerful defense strategy in response and put prosecutors on the back foot.
If your home or business is subject to a DEA or FBI search warrant, the first thing to know is that a judge approved the warrant based on probable cause that you committed a federal crime. While you may not currently face federal charges, this is a clear indicator federal investigators are building a case for your prosecution.
In everyday life, a phone call or visit from federal agents is a surprise. If you’re reading this after contact with law enforcement, you’re probably still in shock.
Don’t speak to agents without an attorney present. If federal agents come to your home, decline an interview and instead ask for the opportunity to talk with an attorney from Lowther | Walker. We’ll contact investigators on your behalf and determine how you can assist them in their investigation.
In most cases, speaking with law enforcement is not in your best interest. You’re likely either the target or the subject of a federal investigation. Even if you’re the subject, you can become the target based on written or oral statements you give to investigators. Let Lowther | Walker advocate for you with prosecutors.
Receiving a grand jury subpoena means the Georgia federal courts consider you a part of a federal investigation and believe you have documentation or testimony that could aid the prosecution’s case. A grand jury subpoena requires a response from the skilled federal criminal defense lawyers Lowther | Walker. We can help you avoid federal charges and reduce your exposure to potential criminal indictments.
An indictment in a grand jury moves your case onto the trial stage. Lowther | Walker has made our name getting indictments dismissed and negotiating plea deals prior to trial. Our defense lawyers are also adept in the courtroom phase, acting as decisive legal advocates in federal trials and protecting our client’s freedom.
Our decades of proven experience in healthcare fraud defense give our clients an advantage. We defend the rights of physicians, pharmacists, and all medical providers in their federal criminal cases.
Our healthcare fraud defense includes, but is not limited to:
Lowther | Walker’s experienced defense attorneys represent business owners, financial services providers, and healthcare professionals in complex financial fraud cases, including wire fraud, bank fraud, and money laundering.
The potential penalty for financial fraud is heavy. For example, a conviction for money laundering comes with a possible 20-year prison sentence and fines of up to $500,000 or twice the value of the alleged law-breaking transaction.
Proactive, in-depth analysis of your documentation by a skilled financial fraud defense lawyer can help protect your freedom and reputation. Our background in financial fraud includes federal defense of the following and many other related charges:
Drug offense charges place you at risk of a mandatory minimum incarceration sentence. Lowther | Walker has vast experience protecting individuals throughout Georgia facing serious drug crime charges based on an unparalleled knowledge of prosecutorial strategies.
Lead firm attorney Murdoch Walker has served as the DEA’s Task Force Officer, primarily investigating drug trafficking crimes. When you select Lowther | Walker for your drug offense defense, you’ll have prodigious legal knowledge behind you, expertly protecting your freedom. Lowther | Walker has experience in defending clients charged with the following and many other drug offense cases:
If you’re deciding between several firms to represent you, consider the following reasons for selecting Lowther | Walker:
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Lowther | Walker’s defense lawyers have experience as prosecutors within federal agencies. This background empowers the team with knowledge of the prosecution’s next steps for proactive defense and agile responses to agency investigators.
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Based in Atlanta, GA, Lowther | Walker is a law firm steeped in Georgia history with a deep sense of pride in our communities. While our criminal defense team flies across the U.S. to defend clients, we’ve made our name here in Georgia, fighting cases in the state’s three federal districts.
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Each minute of our day is 100% dedicated to federal criminal defense. Our unrelenting focus means we have the knowledge, resources, and background to win challenging federal cases other firms can’t take.
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Your initial consultation with our federal defense lawyers is free and confidential. Your consultation allows us to learn more about you, your case, and the charges you face. The consultation process helps you to learn more about the relevant law, receive answers to your case questions, and begin working on an aggressive defense strategy.
If you’re facing federal charges and prosecutors are closing in, call Lowther | Walker to fight back. Our defense lawyers are available 24/7 to respond to your urgent case questions.
No-obligation. Fully confidential.
Call Us Today: (404) 496-4052
You should hire a federal criminal defense attorney immediately if you’re under federal investigation, have been contacted by federal agents, received a target letter, been served with a federal search warrant, or been arrested on federal charges. Even if you’re only a witness in a federal investigation, legal representation is advisable as these investigations can quickly shift focus. Early representation often provides the best opportunity to influence the course of proceedings or negotiate favorable outcomes.
A federal grand jury is a group of 16-23 citizens who review evidence presented by federal prosecutors to determine if there’s probable cause to believe a crime was committed. Unlike trial juries, grand jury proceedings are secret, one-sided (only prosecutors present evidence), and defendants have no right to present their case or even know they’re being investigated. If the grand jury finds sufficient evidence, they issue an indictment formally charging the defendant with specific crimes.
Federal criminal defendants have constitutional rights including: the right to counsel, protection against unreasonable searches and seizures, the right to remain silent, the right to a speedy and public trial by jury, the right to confront witnesses, the right to compel witnesses to testify for the defense, and protection against double jeopardy. They’re also entitled to see the evidence against them through the discovery process, though federal discovery rules are more limited than in many state systems.
The Federal Sentencing Guidelines are a complex set of rules that provide recommended sentencing ranges for federal crimes. They calculate sentences based on the offense level (severity of the crime) and the defendant’s criminal history. While no longer mandatory since the Supreme Court’s United States v. Booker decision in 2005, judges must still calculate and consider the guidelines before imposing sentences. They remain highly influential in federal sentencing decisions but allow judges some discretion to vary from recommended ranges based on specific case factors.
The typical stages of a federal criminal case include: investigation, indictment or information, initial appearance, arraignment, discovery, pretrial motions, plea negotiations, trial, sentencing, and potentially appeals. Each stage involves specific procedures and deadlines governed by federal rules. The process is generally more formal and structured than state criminal proceedings, with extensive written submissions and less frequent but more substantive court appearances.
