Hoeller McLaughlin PLLC | Theft & White Collar Crimes | White Collar Crime Attorney
Have you been charged with a white collar crime, theft, fraud, or related crime? You need a lawyer who knows the ins and outs of the law, since there are a number of factors to keep in mind in these situations. The first step to take is to seek out the counsel of an experienced Fort Worth white collar crime attorney.
As Fort Worth criminal defense lawyers, we fight to protect clients accused of committing theft and white collar crime charges in Tarrant County, Texas. If you or a loved one is facing serious charges, then you need an experienced Fort Worth criminal defense lawyer. You will deal directly with our team of former prosecutors who will not only treat you with respect, but also make sure we craft the best strategy and defense to fight your case.
At Hoeller McLaughlin PLLC, we have some of the top criminal defense attorneys in Fort Worth and the surrounding Tarrant County area. We take the time to listen to your needs and help you develop a professional strategy for your defense. Our goal is a dismissal, no bill, not guilty, or a reduction of your charge with a eye to the future for a chance to seal your record with an expunction or non-disclosure. Our team has already secured two NOT GUILTY verdicts in felony jury trials this year.
Here are the primary theft and white collar charges our team of Fort Worth Criminal Defense Attorneys handle in Tarrant County, Texas:
- Theft Charges (From Class B misdemeanor charges all the way up to First Degree Felonies). These include:
- Theft from a Store/Business
- Theft from an Employer
- Theft from an Elderly (65 years or Older), which raises the degree of offense.
- Theft from a Person
- Theft of Service
- Mail Theft
- Organized Retail Theft
- Robbery
- Aggravated Robbery
- Engaging in Organized Crime (Involving Theft-Related Charges)
- Fraud & Forgery Charges
- Fraudulent Use or Possession of Credit Card or Debit Card Information
- Fraudulent Use or Possession of Identifying Information Charges
- Fraudulent Destruction, Removal, or Concealment of Writing
- False Statement to Obtain Property or Credit
- Financial Abuse of Elderly Individual
- Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse Cases
What we offer in your Tarrant County Criminal Defense:
1. EXTENSIVE TRIAL EXPERIENCE
Our firm has extensive trial experience in criminal and DWI defense. Our criminal defense attorneys and DWI lawyers have tried over 350 combined criminal trials, including assault and aggravated offenses, sex crime offenses, drug-related offenses, and over a hundred specifically involving DWI and DWI related charges.
In addition, we have reviewed and successfully negotiated thousands of criminal and DWI charges in Tarrant County, Texas. This experience gives us the knowledge to advise our clients if they are getting the best outcome possible on their charge.
2. FORMER DWI PROSECUTORS IN TARRANT, DALLAS, AND HARRIS COUNTY
Our team at Hoeller McLaughlin PLLC are all former Tarrant County prosecutors. Being trained as a prosecutor gives us invaluable experience because we know exactly how the State of Texas will attempt to prosecute you on your criminal charges. This knowledge will allow our firm to build the best defense in fighting your criminal or DWI charge. Partner Hilary Wright is a former Chief Prosecutor in Tarrant County, Texas.
3. SUPERIOR KNOWLEDGE IN CRIMINAL LAW | BOARD CERTIFIED LAWYERS
In addition to be trained as former prosecutors, our criminal defense attorneys know the inside and out of each and every aspect of a police investigation and State prosecution, including criminal laws, proper police procedures, DNA and blood forensic evidence, and knowing exactly how the State plans to introduce evidence into trial.
Partners Colin McLaughlin and Hilary Wright are both Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and all of our attorneys continuously attend criminal and DWI CLE seminars to make sure we are up to date on any change in the law.
For more serious aggravated cases, Partners Colin McLaughlin, Dustin Trammel, Hilary Wright, and Bryan Hoeller are also certified by the Courts to try cases up to capital murder charges, which requires a higher level of skills, courtroom experience, and CLE (continuing learning education).
4. HIGHLY RATED & AWARD WINNING FORT WORTH CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS
Our team has received over 300 5 star reviews on Google from our former clients. In addition, our team has been recognized for their outstanding performance in criminal law. Managing Partner Bryan Hoeller has been named a Texas Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters for 2023 and 2024. Lindsay Truly and Dustin Trammel were also both named Super Lawyers Rising Stars by Thomson Reuters for 2022, 2023, and 2024. In addition to being Board Certified, Partner Colin McLaughlin was named a Top Criminal Lawyer in Fort Worth by Fort Worth Magazine for 2022, 2023, and 2024. Partner Hilary Wright is President-Elect for the Texas Association of Specialty Courts.
Our Strategy in Fighting Your White Collar Charge
Our strategy at Hoeller McLaughlin PLLC is simple: Be 100% committed to holding the State of Texas to the highest burden of proof – Beyond a Reasonable Doubt. That includes:
- Case Review & Investigation: The first part of the our defense starts with a thorough evaluation and investigation into the criminal allegation, including investigating the background of any potential witness to the case (criminal history or any past history that would help in your defense), reviewing for possible defenses (i.e. bad stop, bad search, bad links), and determining if the State can even prove their charge beyond a reasonable doubt.
- Expert Analysis: If necessary, our strategy also involves getting the best investigators and experts throughout Tarrant Country to aid in your defense (getting a second opinion on the lab results, forensic analysis of phones or computers, etc.)
- Mitigation: Any proper defense strategy includes helping our clients put themselves in the best light to be viewed by the State, the Judge, or a potential jury. This includes making sure our clients are getting the proper treatment or rehab (especially in drug related charges), if necessary, or being proactive about mitigating any damages.
Call a Fort Worth White Collar Crime Attorney
White collar crimes can come with serious consequences, including jail or prison time, lengthy probation, and collateral consequences that can make it difficult to seek future employment, but you don’t have to simply accept the charges. You have a chance to fight back with the lawyers at Hoeller McLaughlin PLLC.
If you find yourself facing white collar crime charges in Texas, reach out for help from a Fort Worth white collar crime lawyer for guidance through the details of your case. Call 817-334-7900 or fill out the online contact form below.
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