Case Results

Trade Secret Misappropriation Defense: Secured a No-Charge

A New York professional sales representative faced a serious trade secret misappropriation allegation after moving to a competing company. The accusation placed him at risk of criminal prosecution under New York Penal Law and potential civil exposure under the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act. Throughout the representation, our defense team closely examined the prosecution’s theories, the former employer’s evidence, and the statutory elements required for proving trade secret misappropriation. Through strategic evidence gathering and early engagement with the District Attorney’s Office, we ultimately obtained a full declination of prosecution.This case study explains the defense strategy, evidentiary challenges, and legal standards that shaped the successful outcome. Each section integrates real-world considerations that arise when defending trade secret misappropriation allegations in New York.

Business Advisory for Private Fund and Preferred Equity

This business advisory case study illustrates how a Washington D.C. corporate attorney assisted a private fund sponsor with forming an investment vehicle and completing a preferred equity investment in a manufacturing company. The engagement required designing an appropriate entity structure, reviewing investment terms, preparing key agreements, and ensuring that the transaction complied with corporate governance and private offering standards recognized in the District. Throughout the process, business advisory support played a central role in managing regulatory expectations, reducing operational risk, and creating a clear, enforceable investment framework. This case provides insight into how strategic business advisory services support fund sponsors, investors, and portfolio companies operating within the D.C. market.

Drug Offense Sentencing First Time Ketamine Use Defense

This case study examines how a first-time drug defendant in Washington D.C. avoided incarceration despite facing serious drug offense sentencing exposure under the District’s Controlled Substances Act. The matter involved an adult with no prior criminal history who briefly experimented with ketamine during a social gathering, later becoming the subject of a police investigation when a third party disclosed the incident. This analysis explains how the defense attorney conducted a comprehensive factual review, prepared mitigation materials, and positioned the case within D.C.’s drug offense sentencing framework to secure a non-custodial outcome.

Embezzlement Case Studies Not Guilty Verdict

In Washington D.C., embezzlement case studies frequently show how simple administrative mistakes or communication failures can escalate into full criminal allegations. This case illustrates how a defendant accused of workplace embezzlement ultimately secured a complete acquittal with the support of legal counsel. It also demonstrates how District courts examine intent, internal business practices, and evidentiary consistency before determining whether an actual criminal act occurred.