Top Rated Federal and White Collar Criminal Defense Attorneys.

"You can only protect your liberties in this world by defending the other man's freedom."

- Clarence Darrow

"In all criminal prosecutions the accused shall enjoy the right to have the assistance of counsel for his defense."

- Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution

"I know of no higher fortitude than stubbornness in the face of overwhelming odds."

- Louis Nizer

"There's no substitute for knowing everything."

- Edward Bennet Williams

Top Rated Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys.

Federal and White Collar Criminal Defense Attorneys in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.

Founded by partners Charles Burnham and Eugene Gorokhov, we are a criminal defense law firm serving Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Our attorneys specialize in defending white collar crimes, and have successfully represented numerous clients facing federal criminal charges such as: bribery, fraud, foreign corruption, espionage, controlled substance act violations, and more. We pride ourselves on hard work, dedication to our clients, and a record of successful results.

Dedicated to Federal Criminal Defense of White Collar Crimes and Fraud

We focus exclusively on defending individuals accused of federal, white collar, and fraud crimes. Our attorneys are admitted to practice in Washington, D.C., and Virginia, and regularly handle cases in federal court in Virginia, D.C., and Maryland. We accept federal criminal cases from all over the country, and also accept criminal cases in the local courts of Washington, D.C., and Virginia.

Record of Successful Results

"Not guilty" verdict in a multi-defendant federal jury trial where our client was charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and access device fraud.

All charges dismissed against our client after two years of litigation in the largest individual prosecution in the history of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

All charges dismissed against our client after 18 months of litigation in an alleged multimillion-dollar fraud scheme involving African gold mines

A negotiated plea bargain in espionage prosecution in the Southern District of New York for the release of our client in the largest spy exchange since the end of the Cold War

The only firm ever to win back-to-back cases against the Civil Commitment Section of the Virginia Attorney General's office

Numerous federal investigations resolved without charges, favorable plea bargains, substantial downward departures at sentencing, and other favorable resolutions

See our Notable Cases page for more examples of cases we have worked on ›

What Our Clients Have To say...

Recognized for Excellence

Partners Charles Burnham and Eugene Gorokhov have been recognized as top rated Federal Criminal Defense lawyers in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia.

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Committed to Providing Top-Quality Representation

We view our clients as our best resource and a critical part of our team. Understanding our clients, including the facts of their case, personal background and circumstances, and goals, is an essential part of our strategy for achieving the most successful outcome. For this reason, getting to know and working closely with our clients is a priority in each and every case. By avoiding unnecessary and costly operating expenses, we are able to provide our clients with top-notch defense at rates significantly lower than those of larger law firms.

1634 I Street NW, Suite 575
Washington, DC 20006

1765 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

202-386-6920

Top Rated Federal and White Collar Criminal Defense Attorneys.

"You can only protect your liberties in this world by defending the other man's freedom."

- Clarence Darrow

"In all criminal prosecutions the accused shall enjoy the right to have the assistance of counsel for his defense."

- Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution

"I know of no higher fortitude than stubbornness in the face of overwhelming odds."

- Louis Nizer

"There's no substitute for knowing everything."

- Edward Bennet Williams

Top Rated Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys.

Federal and White Collar Criminal Defense Attorneys in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.

Dedicated to Federal Criminal Defense of White Collar Crimes and Fraud

Record of Successful Results

What Our Clients Have To say...

Recognized for Excellence

Legal Blog, News & Updates

Federal Jury Acquits Guanghua Jin of Lead Bank Fraud Conspiracy Charge Following Second Trial

Resolving your DC Office of Disciplinary Counsel Bar Complaint Without a Formal Investigation

What Should Attorneys Do If They Receive a D.C. Bar Complaint?

What Is Crypto Fraud Under Federal Law?

Committed to Providing Top-Quality Representation

202-386-6920

1634 I Street NW, Suite 575
Washington, DC 20006

1765 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

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