When your freedom is on the line, you need a relentless defender.

A criminal charge can cost you everything. Brian Kirlew fights to protect it.

If you are charged with a crime or under criminal investigation, you could face the loss of your freedom, your civil rights, your business, your home — even your family. The consequences of a conviction reach far beyond the courtroom.

You need an attorney who will hit the ground running. As a past-president of the Miami chapter of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, a former Miami-Dade Public Defender, and a frequent guest lecturer on criminal defense, Brian brings experience that few attorneys can match. He has represented thousands of clients in misdemeanor, felony, and federal court, and has tried more than 65 jury trials as counsel of record— including dozens for violent felonies such as murder and armed robbery.

A trial is a stressful experience, even for the innocent. In those moments, you need a defense attorney who will carry that weight for you, so you can focus on what matters most: your life, your family, and your future.

The consequences of a criminal conviction are serious and lasting.

A conviction can follow you long after a case is closed. Depending on the charge, you may face:

• Jail or prison time and the loss of your freedom
• A permanent criminal record that appears on background checks
• Difficulty finding employment, housing, or professional licensing
• Loss of civil rights, including firearm and voting rights
• Immigration consequences for non-citizens, including removal
• Damage to your business, finances, and personal relationships

South Florida courts can hand down severe sentences. Working with an experienced attorney early is the best way to protect your rights and pursue the most favorable outcome available in your case.

Federal cases are different. So is the defense they demand.

Federal investigations often unfold for months or years before any charge is filed — with the resources of agencies like the FBI, DEA, and IRS behind them. By the time you learn you are a target, prosecutors may have already built much of their case.

Brian Kirlew defends clients in federal court and before federal grand juries in matters including health care and Medicare fraud, wire and mail fraud, tax offenses, RICO, conspiracy, forfeitures, and other white collar and federal charges. Early, strategic intervention can shape — and in some cases help prevent — the charges that follow.

Preparation is the difference between hoping for a good outcome and fighting for one.

Investigation

With hundreds of cases behind him, Brian approaches every matter as a skilled investigator, examining the evidence for the weaknesses the prosecution would rather you never find.

Negotiation

Strong negotiation comes from credibility and preparation. Brian weighs what is best for you against the strength of the State’s case to pursue the most favorable resolution available.

Trial readiness

Prosecutors negotiate differently with an attorney who is genuinely ready to try the case. With more than 65 jury trials, Brian brings that credibility to the table from day one.

The most important decisions in a criminal case are often made before charges are ever filed.

If you have been contacted by law enforcement, received a target letter or grand jury subpoena, or believe you are under investigation:

• Do not speak to investigators without a lawyer present.
• Do not hand over documents or devices.
• Do not discuss your situation with anyone other than your attorney.
• Contact a criminal defense attorney immediately.

What you do in the first hours and days can determine the outcome of your case.

Areas We Defend

Broad criminal defense experience across federal and state courts.

Our firm represents clients charged with all types of offenses in Miami and the greater South Florida area. The skills of an experienced criminal defense attorney translate across the full spectrum of criminal law, including:

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• White Collar & Federal Defense
• Federal Grand Jury Investigations
• Fraud & Wire Fraud
• Medicare Fraud
• Tax Evasion
• Embezzlement
• Federal / State RICO
• Conspiracy
• Drug Crimes (Possession, Sale, Trafficking)
• Murder & Homicide Offenses
• Assault & Battery
• Domestic Violence
• Robbery & Burglary
• Firearm Offenses
• DUI / BUI Defense
• Sexual Offenses
• Internet Crimes
• Kidnapping / False Imprisonment
• Arson
• Theft
• Probation Violations
• Appeals & Post-Conviction Motions
• Sealing & Expungement
• Bond / Release & Nebbia Requirements
• Extradition
• Forfeitures
• Juvenile Charges

Real clients. Real outcomes.

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