White Collar Criminal Defense

Baltimore White Collar Criminal Defense Lawyer

Experienced Defense Against White Collar Crimes in Maryland

Nathans & Ripke LLP has been repeatedly recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of Maryland's top white-collar criminal defense firms. Attorney Larry Nathans has been consistently selected for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America in white-collar litigation and was recognized by Best Lawyers as Baltimore Lawyer of the Year for White Collar Criminal Defense in 2025 and 2021. In addition, Larry Nathans , Booth Ripke , and Robert Biddle have been selected for inclusion in Maryland Super Lawyers in white collar criminal defense for many years.

Are you facing white collar criminal charges? With decades of experience representing clients in nonviolent investigations, our Baltimore white collar crime lawyers have the experience and judgment needed to defend your rights.

Our skills are critical assets for successfully guiding clients through the intricacies of federal and state investigations, grand jury proceedings, trials, and appeals. Our inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America list for White Collar Crimes equips us to protect your freedom.

Aggressive Defense in Complex White Collar Cases

Corporations and individuals are increasingly confronted with more serious criminal investigations in a climate marked by expanding government regulation and enforcement. Due to complexities in such investigations, many individuals are flustered about their future and rights.

We understand these accusations may be overwhelming, and our team is here to help. We are dedicated to fighting for your rights throughout the entire legal process.

Charged with a White Collar Crime in Maryland? Call Nathans & Ripke LLP at 410-783-0272 or contact us online for a strategic defense consultation in Baltimore!

Choose Nathans & Ripke LLP for Expert White Collar Defense

Our firm works closely with forensic accountants, private investigators, and other experts to challenge the allegations against our clients and build a comprehensive white-collar criminal defense strategy. Our competitive drive and rigorous legal and factual analysis often lead to early favorable quiet resolutions for our client's criminal and regulatory problems.

In recent years, the white collar defense lawyers of Nathans & Ripke LLP have successfully defended numerous corporate witnesses and targets accused of nonviolent violations in areas such as Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and more.

Comprehensive Defense for a Range of White Collar Crimes

Nathans & Ripke LLP provides strategic advice to executives, professionals, and public officials. Our team represents clients accused of various non-violent crimes.

Nathans & Ripke LLP represents clients accused of the following:

Get in Touch with Baltimore's Top White Collar Defense Attorneys

Schedule Your Consultation with Nathans & Ripke LLP for premier white collar criminal defense in Baltimore.

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No Prosecution for Client in Asbestos Removal Case
The Department of Justice's Environmental Section and the Maryland United States Attorney's Office in Greenbelt declined to prosecute our client regarding his alleged role in improper asbestos removal and his alleged false statements made to law enforcement and prosecutors prior to our firm's involvement in the case.
- Larry Allen Nathans
Alien Harboring Indictment Dismissed
Client's Baltimore Federal felony alien harboring indictment was dismissed and client entered a guilty plea to a misdemeanor charge and was sentenced to six months probation.
- Larry Allen Nathans
Baltimore Federal Fraud Loss Reduced From $1.5 Million to $180,000
Canadian client's Baltimore Federal fraud loss reduced from close to $1.5 million to under $180,000. Client received vastly reduced sentence and prison transfer to Canada.
- Larry Allen Nathans
Criminal Lacey Act Charges Not Filed
After our client refused to plead guilty to Federal criminal Lacey Act charges in Puerto Rico, the Department of Justice's Environmental Section declined to bring charges and the statute of limitations expired.
- Larry Allen Nathans
CFO Client Avoids Theft Charges
Large Montgomery County embezzlement case not charged against former company CFO.
- Larry Allen Nathans

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Why Choose Nathans & Ripke LLP?

Recognized in Best Lawyers in America® for the last Eighteen Years

Our Baltimore attorneys have a legacy of positive results and are leaders in the legal community. To benefit from our service, call a lawyer at Nathans & Ripke LLP, and schedule a confidential consultation.
Leadership Positions

Members of our firm have held many leadership positions, including former Chair of the American Bar Association White Collar Subcommittee on Federal Sentencing, & the American Bar Association Subcommittee on Forfeiture.
Knowledge & Experience

Nearly 100 years of combined experience and insights into complex federal and white collar criminal defense.
Honors & Accolades

Larry Allen Nathans was recognized by Best Lawyers® as Baltimore' Lawyer of the Year for While-Collar Criminal Defense (2025 and 2021) and Criminal Defense - General (2015) and as one of the Best Lawyers in America® in both While Collar and Criminal Defense - General (2008-2025).

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