Serious Felony Criminal Defense
Embezzlement & White Collar Crime Defense
Financial Crime Charges We Handle
Cases include employee embezzlement, obtaining property by false pretense, credit card fraud, check offenses, forgery, and computer-related theft. White collar investigations move through spreadsheets, bank records, and email trails. J. Michael Mills reviews the paper and digital evidence to separate bookkeeping errors from criminal intent and to challenge conclusions drawn from incomplete data. For theft allegations that are not employment-based, see our guide to larceny and theft matters.
Consequences & Restitution Considerations
Felony convictions can mean prison, probation, restitution orders, and a record that threatens careers. Early counsel helps manage communications with employers, auditors, and investigators. In many cases, structured restitution and mitigation can reduce exposure and open paths to outcomes short of active time. If a charge is reduced to a lesser offense, some clients may later explore expungement options depending on eligibility and the final disposition.
Defense Strategies In White Collar Cases
The approach combines detailed financial review, intent analysis, and careful negotiation. J. Michael Mills tests whether multiple people had access, whether transactions were authorized, and whether losses match the alleged scheme. When the evidence is strong, the focus turns to limiting penalties, protecting professional licenses when possible, and resolving matters without unnecessary publicity. If trial is necessary, the defense presents a clear narrative that counters the state’s theory.