Investment Fraud

Federal Investment Fraud Defense Attorneys in Houston

The US securities and commodities markets can be volatile places. One day you might be rewarded with large gains and the next day, lose it all. As the government investigates and prosecutes those they suspect of investment fraud, sometimes they can perceive fraud where there has not been any wrongdoing.

If you suspect that you are under investigation for investment fraud or have already been charged with investment fraud, you need an experienced legal team that can protect your rights. Houston’s federal criminal defense attorneys Stan Schneider and Ned Barnett collaborate to provide you with the best possible defense. Together, they have more than 50 years of criminal defense experience. That experience translates into a solid, detail oriented defense for your case.

Securities Fraud Charges

One type of investment fraud is securities fraud. Securities fraud and a conspiracy to commit securities fraud are types of crimes in which stockbrokers, analysts or brokerage firms seek to misrepresent the value of a company’s stock. The government can charge financial industry professionals with several forms of investment and securities fraud including:

• Insider trading
• Corporate fraud in the form of false reporting by corporations and auditors
• Accounting fraud in the form of misreporting books and records

A conviction for investment or securities fraud can have far-reaching consequences; a federal criminal conviction could result in severe sentences including jail time and significant criminal fines. It could also lead to a length civil trial. You may be permanently barred from working in the securities profession. If you are convicted at the civil trial, you could be facing restitution repayments for the rest of your life.

We Have the Experience to Aggressively Defend Your Rights

These types of federal investment fraud cases can be difficult for a defense lawyer to handle. Our experience with grand jury proceedings, our understanding of the financial markets, and our ability to consult with experts in the field give us an advantage for these types of cases. For more information on how we can help your case, contact our legal team for a free consultation.