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WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE FEDERAL LAWYERS

50+ Years Legacy

Treating You Like Family Since 1976

For nearly 50 years, Federal Lawyers has been treating clients like family. As a second-generation law firm, we've built our reputation on loyalty, trust, and unwavering dedication to our clients' freedom.

As Seen On NETFLIX Documentary Series

Cases Others Deemed Unwinnable

Our lead attorney's defense of Anna Delvey became a Netflix sensation. We take on the toughest cases others won't touch—and we fight to win. When your freedom is at stake, you need attorneys who never back down.

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As Seen On Major Networks

Our attorneys are regularly featured on Fox News, CNN, NBC, and Bloomberg providing expert legal analysis. When the biggest networks need a criminal defense expert, they call Federal Lawyers.

24/7 Availability Selective Client Intake

White-Glove Service

Unlike firms that take any case, we're selective about who we represent. This means every client gets personalized, premium attention. Your case is never just a number—it's our mission.

“When your freedom is on the line, you need attorneys who fight like your life depends on it — because it does.”

— TODD SPODEK, Managing Partner

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

What Our Clients Say

Federal Lawyers saved my career and my life. When I was facing federal charges, they fought tirelessly and got my case dismissed. I cannot thank them enough.

— Robert M.

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Todd Spodek's high-profile cases have made headlines across major media outlets.

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Our Firm. On the World's Biggest Stage.

When Netflix told the story of Anna Delvey, our managing partner Todd Spodek was at the center of it all.

Netflix Original Series Inventing Anna — Official Trailer

Real Life

Todd Spodek

Managing Partner, Spodek Law Group

On Screen

Arian Moayed

as Todd Spodek in "Inventing Anna"

Todd served as Anna Delvey's defense attorney in one of the most high-profile fraud cases in recent history. His strategic courtroom defense captivated the nation and became a central storyline in the Shonda Rhimes-produced series.

Actor Arian Moayed — known for "Succession" and "Spider-Man: No Way Home" — portrayed Todd, bringing his tenacious courtroom style to millions of viewers worldwide.

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320M+ Hours Viewed

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Proven Track Record

Case Results

ACQUITTAL $26M Money Laundering

CHARGES DISMISSED RICO — Faced 10-Year Mandatory Minimum

CHARGES DISMISSED Internet Fraud — Faced 25 Years

6 MONTHS (vs. 25+ Yrs) $12M Ponzi Scheme Fraud

NO JAIL TIME $4M Offshore Tax Evasion

CHARGES DISMISSED Assault — Bebe Rexha Concert Case

TIME SERVED ONLY NBA $4M Healthcare Fraud Conspiracy

4 YEARS (vs. 20) $5.5M Oyster Protocol Crypto Tax Evasion

7 YEARS (vs. 20+) $8M Instagram Crypto Fraud — Jay Manzini

$96.2M+ RECOVERED Family Law — 98% Success Rate

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Areas of Expertise

Criminal Defense Practice Areas

We defend clients against the full spectrum of federal criminal charges nationwide.

DUI / DWI Defense

Aggressive defense against DUI/DWI charges. We challenge breathalyzer accuracy, field sobriety tests, and traffic stop legality.

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Federal Crimes

Experienced defense against federal prosecutions including white-collar crime, fraud, RICO, and money laundering charges.

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Drug Crimes

From simple possession to distribution charges, we defend against all drug offenses with strategic, aggressive advocacy.

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Assault & Violent Crimes

Strong defenses including self-defense, lack of intent, and mistaken identity for assault and violent crime charges.

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White Collar Crime

We intervene early to protect your interests in federal white collar investigations, negotiating with prosecutors aggressively.

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Theft & Burglary

Whether facing shoplifting charges or burglary allegations, we challenge evidence and intent to secure the best outcome.

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Domestic Violence

Domestic violence charges carry severe penalties including restraining orders. We fight to protect your rights and family.

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Sex Crimes

Facing sex crime allegations requires immediate, aggressive defense. We protect your reputation and freedom.

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Our Legacy

Treating You Like Family Since 1976

America's Premier Federal Criminal Defense Firm

Over 50 Years of Combined Experience Defending Your Freedom

When you're facing criminal charges, you need more than just a lawyer—you need a fighter. At Federal Lawyers, we've spent nearly five decades building a reputation for taking on the toughest cases and achieving outcomes others said were impossible. Our lead attorney is a second-generation criminal defense attorney whose representation of Anna Delvey became a Netflix phenomenon. That same tenacity and legal brilliance is available to you.

Unlike law firms that prioritize volume over results, we're highly selective about our clients. This means when we take your case, you get our complete focus, substantial resources, and white-glove service. We answer our phones 24/7 because we understand that criminal charges don't wait for business hours. Whether you're facing federal fraud charges, DUI/DWI, drug offenses, or violent crime allegations, our team brings decades of courtroom experience and an unrelenting commitment to protecting your reputation, your freedom, and your future.

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