If you or your company is being investigated or charged with a crime, our white collar criminal defense team can offer you the most highly skilled and forceful representation in the following areas:
  • Grand jury and regulatory – Representing corporate and individual clients in grand jury and other governmental investigations.

  • Criminal trials – Representing corporate and individual clients at trial in all state and federal courts.

  • Appeals – Our attorneys are experts in this field, having handled hundreds of appeals.

  • Internal corporate investigations – Conducting internal investigations pursuant to a strategy to uncover wrongdoing and avert criminal prosecution.
About Us
Our white collar criminal defense practice is led by Roger L. Stavis, one of New York’s most experienced and respected criminal defense attorneys. Roger has tried more than 50 cases to verdict, many of which were complex multi-defendant cases. He has also represented many high profile clients in cases that have received a great deal of media attention.

Litigation Tactics
Our criminal defense attorneys employ a set of carefully developed strategies that enable them to win cases – or achieve the most favorable resolution. For example:
  • We prepare – We prepare every case as if it’s going to be tried – even if a negotiated resolution is a strong possibility. This tactic puts you in the most favorable position whether the case is resolved or tried.

  • We’re pragmatic – If we determine that fighting is the best route – we’re tenacious. If we determine that the most effective strategy is to negotiate a settlement – we’re accommodating. Our flexibility is our strength.

  • We leverage our reputation – We have a stellar reputation in the courtroom, which we use as a tool to achieve the best possible results for our clients.

  • We project confidence – We’re seasoned veterans and have represented clients in the most complex and high profile cases.
Contact Us
For more information about our white collar criminal defense practice, please contact Roger L. Stavis at or call 212-935-3131.
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