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Chicago Mortgage Fraud Lawyer

Chicago Federal Mortgage Fraud Attorney

Knowledgeable Mortgage Fraud Defense Attorney for Clients in Cook County, IL

The minute you are under investigation for committing mortgage fraud, it is imperative that you seek experienced legal representation. At the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel LLC, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney in Chicago, we represent clients for all types of federal white collar crimes, including embezzlement, extortion, internet sex crimes, identity theft, and possession of child pornography to name a few.
A mortgage fraud conviction can have life altering consequences. Many employers refuse to hire anyone with a felony record, and with a mortgage fraud conviction or any other type of white collar crime showing up in your criminal background, it may be nearly impossible to get hired.

Federal criminal defense attorney Hal M. Garfinkel, has more than 20 years of legal experience representing clients charged with mortgage fraud and a wide range of other federal offenses. He has challenged some of the most well-known government agencies such as the IRS, FBI, ATF, ICE, DEA, Department of Homeland Security, Secret Service and the Department of Treasury.

There's no limit to what Mr. Garfinkel can do when it comes to representing you. Contact him for a free initial consultation. He is available 24/7 to take your call, email, or fax.

What Is Mortgage Fraud?

Broadly speaking, mortgage fraud refers to unlawful deception or misrepresentation on a mortgage loan. Acts of mortgage fraud include, but are not limited to:

  • Collecting rent on a property without making any improvements to the home before an inevitable foreclosure, a scheme known as equity skimming
  • Intentionally misrepresenting the value of a property for profit
  • Illegal property flipping schemes, wherein a buyer acquires a home and resells it at a profit without doing anything to refurbish the home
  • Foreclosure rescue scams where an unscrupulous third party scams a homeowner under the guise of saving their property
  • If you have been accused of mortgage fraud, you should know that you could face serious criminal penalties. As such, you should get in contact with a skilled criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.

    How Is Mortgage Fraud Prosecuted?

    Mortgage fraud is a federal crime. These typically come with harsher penalties compared to state-level offenses, such as higher fines or longer prison sentences. If you are accused of mortgage fraud, you could be prosecuted for wire fraud, bank fraud, or similar white-collar crimes.

    A conviction on charges related to mortgage fraud could destroy your professional reputation. On top of that, you could be sentenced to years in federal prison, saddled with fines in the tens of thousands of dollars. At Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel LLC, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney, we can give you a clear idea of the charges against you and help you strategize around the federal prosecutor's argument.

    Timely, Aggressive, Cost Effective Federal Criminal Defense-Chicago

    If you're facing federal charges for mortgage fraud, there's no time to waste. You need aggressive federal criminal defense right now. Before you step into a courtroom, you need to be fully prepared. Hal M. Garfinkel will do everything to make sure you receive positive results.

    As a former prosecutor, Hal M. Garfinkel can effectively challenge the state's evidence and anticipate the testimony of state and federal law enforcement officials. Hal M. Garfinkel is not afraid to conduct his own investigation in order to strengthen your case and seek an acquittal.

    Speak with a Cook County, Illinois Mortgage Fraud Attorney Today

    Have you been accused of mortgage fraud? If so, do not hesitate to get in contact with the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel LLC, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney today. Our Chicago, IL mortgage fraud defense attorney can make sure that your rights are fairly represented in court. To arrange a free initial consultation with Attorney Hal M. Garfinkel, reach out to our offices at 312-629-0669 or contact us online today.

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