Money Laundering Defense Attorney New York

Under Investigation for Money Laundering in NY?

An investigation, let alone formal charges, involving money laundering may threaten your financial security, reputation, and freedom. You need a firm with the unique skillset and experience required to handle federal investigators, agents, and prosecutors. Our New York money laundering defense lawyers at Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP has a reputation for effectively representing the interests of clients facing federal charges, including money laundering. As a true full-service law firm, our attorneys include business and financial experts who understand the unique matters affecting money laundering charges. We also have an intimate understanding of the prosecution and even the bench, with former DAs and judges on our team.

From our three office locations, we serve clients throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. The team at Barket Epstein is uniquely equipped to navigate the criminal justice system on your behalf. The breadth and scope of our legal knowledge and experience is second to none.

For a free consultation regarding your rights and legal options, contact our New York money laundering defense attorneys at (888) 779-0267.

Understanding Money Laundering Charges in NY

Money laundering is a federal offense described in 18 U.S. Code § 1956 - laundering of monetary instruments. Typically, it is a process that involves disguising or concealing the source of money that has been illegally obtained, often to make it appear legal. Complex financial transactions, foreign financial institutions, and legitimate businesses may all be utilized to carry out money laundering.

Under federal law, this may include such acts as:

• Conducting a financial transaction involving illegally obtained money, with the intent of forwarding that illegal act that produced the money, or to commit tax evasion.
• Conducting a financial transaction to conceal or disguise money the source or nature of money that has been illegally obtained.
• Transporting, or attempting to transport, money in such a manners as discussed above.

New York Money Laundering Penalties

In addition to potential prison time and steep fines, you also risk asset seizure and forfeiture if convicted of money laundering. With so much at stake, it is essential to work with a New York money laundering defense lawyers that can skillfully handle every aspect of your case.

You Need an Aggressive Defense to Protect Your Future

Barket Epstein is such a firm. Our New York money laundering defense attorneys will utilize over 200 years of combined experience and the full force of our resources to counter-investigate and build a compelling case on your behalf.

For a free, confidential consultation and case evaluation with our New York money laundering defense lawyers, contact us online or by phone at (888) 779-0267.