Legal Pad: Federal Defense Attorney Blog

When hospice providers find themselves the subject of an investigation, the stakes are high. Not only can there be civil and administrative exposure under laws like the False Claims Act, but in many cases criminal liability looms as well. At Almonte Law, led by former federal prosecutor Robert Almonte II, we defend many individuals and…

If you live in Texas and the FBI, DEA, ATF, or Homeland Security agents show up at your home, business, or call you for questioning, you are already in the middle of a federal investigation — whether you realize it or not. What you do next can determine whether you walk away safely as a…

Federal Defense Insight from Almonte Law, DEA Defense Attorney Picture this: you’re in the middle of a busy day at your medical practice, pharmacy, or clinic when unexpected visitors arrive. Two individuals step inside—one introduces himself as a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Diversion Investigator, the other as a DEA Special Agent. They may appear calm,…

Federal Criminal Defense Attorney in San Antonio, TX – Almonte Law If you’ve been contacted by federal law enforcement agents or received a target letter from the U.S. Department of Justice, it’s critical that you understand what it means—and what you should do next. Whether you’re being investigated for federal fraud, health care fraud, drug…

Federal Criminal Defense Attorney | Federal Search Warrant | Federal Investigations Demand Federal Experience A knock at the door from federal agents—armed with a federal search warrant signed by a federal judge—is not just intimidating, it’s a major legal event. Whether it’s the FBI, HSI, DEA, IRS-CI, ATF, HHS-OIG, or another federal agency, their presence…

Federal White Collar & Health Care Fraud Defense Attorney If you’re a doctor, medical clinic owner, billing manager, or other health care professional facing federal fraud charges, you may be shocked to learn that you could be facing conspiracy charges—even if you never submitted a false claim, accepted illegal kickbacks, or profited from the scheme.…

Texas is one of the most aggressively prosecuted states for health care fraud. Federal authorities are devoting more resources than ever to investigating doctors, nurses, clinics, billing companies, and even patients for schemes involving Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and private insurers. If you’re under investigation, have received a target letter, or suspect that federal agents are…

Receiving a federal grand jury subpoena is a serious event—one that could indicate you’re involved in a federal criminal investigation. Whether you’re being asked to testify or produce documents, your response can have major legal consequences which is why you need a federal defense attorney on your side. At Almonte Law, we help individuals, professionals,…

Federal drug charges are among the most serious criminal offenses prosecuted in the United States. Unlike state drug cases, federal drug charges involve stricter sentencing guidelines, mandatory minimums, and investigation by powerful agencies like the DEA, FBI, and Homeland Security. If you or someone you love is facing federal drug charges, it’s crucial to understand…

Being indicted on federal criminal charges is life-changing. The federal government is aggressive, resource-heavy, and methodical—when they file an indictment, it often means they’ve been secretly investigating for months or even years. If you’ve been indicted in San Antonio or anywhere in Texas, time is not on your side. You need a skilled federal criminal…