Federal Crimes
Our Birmingham federal criminal defense lawyer assists clients in Vestavia Hills with their cases. Call Ingram Law today to get started on your case.
Federal Criminal Defense Attorney
Experienced Defense Against Federal Crimes in Alabama
If you are in need of a seasoned federal criminal defense lawyer, you should immediately call our attorney, Joseph A. Ingram. Attorney Ingram has represented countless clients in federal courts against the most serious of charges. Federal crimes can carry lifelong consequences, such as fines, jail time, losing your career, and losing your assets. You can minimize your risk of having to deal with these consequences by calling Ingram Law at 205-303-1753. We’re here to fight for you.
Why Choose Us?
The federal courts will rely on the United States Sentencing Guidelines to calculate and determine most federal sentences. At Ingram Law, our legal team has the unique experience and skills to appropriately calculate those guidelines so that you know what type of sentence you might be facing before going to trial.
Attorney Ingram has represented more than 150 clients successfully against federal charges, and to date, he has tried more than 10 federal jury trials to conclusion. While most lawyers want to avoid going to federal court, attorney Ingram enjoys the rigors and the challenges that federal court might bring. In fact, if you are facing a criminal charge, you are more likely to receive a fair trial in federal court. Federal judges are not elected, and therefore, take every case with extreme care to protect the rights of citizens.
We might be able to have your case dropped before a trial is even necessary. In other situations, we might be able to get your charges significantly reduced. Our skilled legal team will do all that we can to challenge the prosecution’s evidence and present the most persuasive case possible to defend your rights and your freedom.
Types of Federal Crimes
Joe Ingram Law has represented officers of companies, board of directors, and employees charged with bank fraud, embezzlement, and identity theft. If law enforcement asks you to provide a statement, politely decline until you consult with an experienced lawyer. You have a constitutional right to be represented by counsel before giving any statement to a law enforcement officer.
Attorney Joseph A. Ingram had the honor of being a charter member of the federal defender’s panel in the Northern District of Alabama. He earned this honor because of his record of success and his proven commitment to rigorous defense of clients in federal court. Clients facing the most serious federal charges throughout the Southeast know that for sophisticated, aggressive, and experienced federal criminal defense, they can turn to attorney Joseph A. Ingram.
We take on the following types of cases and more:
- Public Corruption
- RICO
- Mortgage Fraud
- Securities Fraud
- SEC Investigations or SEC Violations
- Money Laundering
- Healthcare Fraud
- Internet Crimes
- Federal Drug Charges
- Illegal Immigration
- Bank Fraud
- Embezzlement
- Criminal Forfeiture
Defense Against Aggravated Identity Theft Charges
We have also represented clients that are bank directors, officers of banks, and bank employees that were charged with embezzlement, bank fraud, identity theft, and/or aggravated identity theft. In the event you are approached about any unlawful conduct, please call us at 205-303-1753 before you give a statement to an internal investigative officer, the Secret Service, or the FBI.
For any federal charge, turn to our legal professionals for assistance. We have a proven record of success, years of experience, and the necessary resources to mount a defense that will assure you the peace of mind you deserve. Mr. Ingram frequently handles cases in Huntsville, Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile, and other federal jurisdictions throughout the Southeast region.
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