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Your Trusted White Collar Criminal Defense Attorney
Anand Law Group, P.C. is a distinguished legal practice led by Harv Anand, a former federal prosecutor with 19 years of legal expertise. Our firm specializes in white collar criminal defense, leveraging Mr. Anand's decade of experience as a federal and state prosecutor to deliver strategic advocacy. We combine legal acumen with accounting proficiency to address complex financial crimes, including fraud, tax evasion, and Ponzi schemes. Our approach prioritizes understanding client objectives to craft cost-effective solutions, whether through litigation or negotiation.With a track record of successful outcomes in high-stakes cases, we emphasize meticulous preparation, ethical representation, and client-centric service. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our recognition as Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys and Top 100 Trial Lawyers. We serve clients in Los Angeles and beyond, offering personalized defense strategies tailored to each case's unique challenges.
Services
White Collar Defense
Federal White Collar Crimes
Fraud Defense
State White Collar Crimes
Theft of Trade Secrets
Trademark Infringement
Unfair Competition
Highlights and features
- We offer 19 years of legal experience with a former federal prosecutor.
- Our team combines legal and accounting expertise for financial crime cases.
- We provide personalized defense strategies tailored to client objectives.
- We have a proven track record in complex federal and state litigation.
- Our approach prioritizes ethical representation and client communication.
What people say
Highly knowledgeable
Very responsive
Achieved positive results
Thorough due diligence
Passionate advocate
Services
White Collar Defense
White collar defense involves representing clients accused of financially motivated, non-violent crimes. Our firm handles federal and state cases including fraud, tax evasion, and embezzlement. With former federal prosecutor Harv Anand leading your defense, we leverage insider knowledge of prosecution strategies to build robust counterarguments. Our approach combines legal expertise with accounting proficiency to dissect complex financial evidence and protect client rights throughout investigations and trials.
Federal White Collar Crimes
Federal white collar crimes require specialized defense strategies due to complex regulations and severe penalties. We defend clients against charges like securities fraud, money laundering, and insider trading. Harv Anand's decade of federal prosecution experience enables us to anticipate government tactics and challenge evidence effectively. Our Los Angeles-based practice represents clients in federal courts nationwide, focusing on minimizing prison sentences and financial penalties through aggressive litigation or negotiated resolutions.
Fraud Defense
Fraud defense covers mail, wire, healthcare, and securities fraud allegations at state and federal levels. Our firm challenges the prosecution's intent-to-defraud claims while leveraging accounting expertise to analyze financial records. We develop tailored strategies for each case, whether negotiating plea bargains or preparing for trial. With experience in both prosecution and defense roles, we identify weaknesses in the government's evidence to protect client reputations and financial interests.
Theft of Trade Secrets
Theft of trade secrets defense involves protecting businesses and individuals accused of misappropriating confidential information. We handle cases involving stolen customer lists, proprietary software, and industrial processes. Our approach combines technical understanding with legal strategy to challenge evidence of improper acquisition or disclosure. We represent both plaintiffs seeking injunctions and defendants facing criminal charges, ensuring protection of intellectual property rights while minimizing business disruption.
State White Collar Crimes
State white collar crime defense covers grand theft, embezzlement, and forgery cases in California courts. We challenge prosecution evidence while addressing the unique aspects of state law. Our experience spans both prosecution and defense roles, enabling practical assessments of case strengths and weaknesses. We represent clients in Los Angeles and statewide, focusing on minimizing jail time, fines, and professional consequences through trial preparation or strategic plea negotiations.
People
Harv Anand
Founder
Harv Anand is a former federal prosecutor with 19 years of legal experience, including 10 years in the U.S. Attorney's Office. A certified public accountant, he specializes in white collar defense and complex litigation. Recognized as a Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney, he has secured acquittals in federal cases and $26 million settlements in fraud matters.
Questions
What constitutes a white collar crime in California?
White collar crimes involve financially motivated, non-violent offenses like fraud, embezzlement, and tax evasion. California prosecutes these at state and federal levels with severe penalties including fines and imprisonment.
How can a former prosecutor help my defense case?
Harv Anand's decade as a federal prosecutor provides unique insight into government strategies, evidence evaluation, and jury presentation techniques, enabling more effective defense planning and counterarguments.
What defense strategies work for fraud allegations?
Effective fraud defense challenges the prosecution's proof of intent to defraud, identifies weaknesses in financial evidence, and may involve negotiating plea bargains or preparing for trial based on case specifics.
How are federal white collar cases different from state cases?
Federal cases typically involve harsher penalties, complex regulations, and specialized procedures. Our experience with both federal and state systems ensures comprehensive defense strategies tailored to each jurisdiction's requirements.
What if I'm under investigation but not charged?
Early intervention is critical. We can help manage communications with investigators, potentially prevent formal charges, and prepare a proactive defense strategy before any indictment occurs.
