Whether you're a health-care provider, a business executive, or just an average everyday citizen, the threat of a criminal investigation can be enough to turn your life upside down. So if you find yourself under the watchful eye of law enforcement, it's important to take steps to resolve the matter as soon as possible-but first, you'll need to be able to recognize some clear-cut signs that may indicate you're under scrutiny.
With nearly twenty years of legal experience behind him, James P. Whalen is able to identify a number of these signs with astounding accuracy. And after handling cases against a number of federal agencies, including the Department of Education, the Small Business Administration, and the United States Attorney's Office, he knows exactly what it takes to combat a federal white-collar investigation.
In this straightforward and practical guide, Mr. Whalen shares the knowledge he's gained over the years, available to the public for the very first time. Along with learning telltale indications you're under a criminal investigation, you'll also learn the right steps to take if you recognize these signals-which could be the key to protecting yourself from a very damaging situation.
About the Author: James P. Whalen is an experienced criminal attorney who graduated from Southern Methodist University School of Law in 1995. After being admitted to the Texas State Bar, he began practicing in federal courts throughout the state, and was admitted to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.
Board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Criminal Law, Whalen has made a number of appearances on local television and Court TV as an expert commentator. He's represented clients charged with everything from simple misdemeanors to capital murder-and is proud to say he has never prosecuted anyone.
Whalen has been named a Super Lawyer on six different occasions, is a former president of the Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, previously served as a board member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and is a current member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
