How Lawyers

Create a Defense
for a Federal Criminal Trial
For a Federal
Criminal Trial

Linda Garcia
LIBERTYBELL LAW GROUP

How Lawyers
Create a Defense
For a Federal
Criminal Trial

Linda Garcia
LIBERTYBELL LAW GROUP
How Lawyers Create a Defense for a Federal
Criminal Trial
Creating a defense for a federal criminal trial requires a lot of behind the scenes work by lawyers, in
addition to the actual trial work. However, first a lawyer must decide if going to trial is actually better
than plea bargaining for many different reasons.
One reason is the expense of a federal trial, which is more costly than plea bargaining because of the
longer man hours involved. Lawyers communicate the costs and risks involved in going to trial with
clients. Some clients are adamant about going through with a federal trial, even if its not in their best
interest. When a lawyer advises a client to plea bargain its because s/he knows it will result in a better
outcome. This is especially true in federal cases in which the prosecutor and law enforcement agencies
have a mountain of evidence such as videos and recordings of the client plainly committing crime. An
experienced lawyer can best assess whether the best federal defense is done via a trial or plea
bargaining and which will ultimately lead to the most favorable end.
Top Lawyers Account the Past, Present, & Future in Federal Defense
When a lawyer goes to trial, s/he must take into account the past, present, and future of the defendant.
A pre-existing criminal record is just one aspect from the past that a lawyer must argue against and
minimize the effects and influence of. Post-conviction relief, an expungement, and any results that can
affect the defendant in the long term, such as sex offender registration, must also be evaluated when a
lawyer takes a position and argues for the defendant. All of these issues may also be taken into account
by an attorney when plea bargaining, which can be prior or at any time during the trial. An experienced
lawyer will know when the best time to plea bargain is, which really does vary and depends on the
strategy and tactics used.
Most Federal Cases are Plea Bargained
Most successful federal cases are plea bargained by very talented lawyers experienced in federal cases.
In fact, a federal case can be regarded as won when a lawyer can effectively plea bargain for no time in
prison, as ultimately that is the goal expressed by most clients. In the end, no one wants to serve time in
a federal prison as mandatory minimum years for sentencing are severe with no chance of parole.
According to a Federal law called the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984 (SRA), any person convicted in a
federal court on or after November 1, 1987 is not eligible for parole.
View case results from winning lawyers for federal defense. Read about how LibertyBell Law Group
lawyers win their cases or speak to a lawyer now and call 855-LAW-PRO1 (855-529-7761).

Both, federal trials and plea bargaining require a lot of work done by a lawyer. In any case, a lawyer
must engage in fact development and create a defense that is persuasive to a jury, judge, and
prosecutor. The main difference between a trial and plea bargaining is the latter is informal. However,
some federal judges are actively involved in the plea bargaining process and after hearing both sides of
the story may be actively involved in negotiations or indicate what type of sentencing would be
acceptable. This happens behind closed doors. It is of upmost importance for a lawyer to have good
rapport with the prosecutor and judge which can be gained over time or because the lawyers have
excellent reputations in the legal field, are known for their work, and have high ratings.
Plea Bargaining is Akin to a Very Informal Trial
When a lawyer and a prosecutor are plea bargaining it is akin to having a very informal trial involving
many phone calls, emails and may include meetings. Before plea bargaining or a trial, the prosecutor
and a good lawyer will each launch their own investigation. They each develop their own sequence of
events supported by facts. At any time they may begin plea bargaining. The lawyer and the prosecutor
will essentially argue with each other for their case during plea bargaining. Depending on the lawyer and
the prosecutor, the way they argue and discuss will differ according to individual characteristics and
skills. The best lawyers in federal defense are keenly persuasive in and out of the court room and also
know how to deal with prosecutors.
In complex Federal cases, it is not uncommon for investigations and plea bargaining to occur over
several months. Top lawyers are patient and know when the best time to strike to get the best deal for
their client. Speak to a top lawyer now and (855-529-7761). call 855-LAW-PRO1
Regardless of whether a lawyer chooses to plea bargain or go to trial, undoubtedly the lawyers and
his/her team of experts, investigators, and other lawyers must do the work to get the best for their
client. Its important to note that not all lawyers and law firms work in the same manner. However, in
order for a lawyer to have an upper-hand and argue the best defense and deal they must perform their
own investigation. Ideally, a lawyer working on a team with other attorneys will be able to unite their
brain power in strategy and fact development. There is no easy route in a federal defense case. When a
prosecutor and federal agencies investigate and decide or are in the midst of deciding to file a federal
case that means it is a serious matter as they would not use up expensive resources and experts for
small potatoes, so to speak.
Hire a Lawyer before a Federal Case is filed
Of course, a lawyer always has the upper-hand when a case has not been filed yet and you are only
being investigated. This is the ideal time to hire a lawyer that can prevent a federal case from being filed
in the first place.
If you have been arrested, indicted, or are being investigated for a federal offense, you need an
experienced lawyer to protect your life. Speak to a lawyer now and call 855-LAW-PRO1 (855-529-7761).

A Federal Trial is No Walk in the Park
If your lawyer decides to go to trial you can better believe it's for good reason, as a federal trial is no
walk in the park. Its a very grueling process involving many witnesses, experts, and winning over a jury.
Aside from the formal proceedings and paperwork that must be filed within tight deadlines throughout
the trial, there is also the issue of knowing the unique preferences of the federal judge and courthouse.
It is usually in the best interest of the client and lawyer, that an attorney know the characteristics of the
federal judge working on the case, how s/he prefers evidence demonstrated and proceedings to occur.
Lawyers that work regularly on federal cases, such as the lawyers from LibertyBell Law Group, have this
knowledge and experience.
Winning over a jury in a federal trial requires lawyers with top expertise and experience in defense.
Winning over a jury is no easy task; these are various types of persons of many backgrounds who a
lawyer has never seen or worked with before. However, lawyers known for their winning cases and
getting excellent results just have a natural talent that cannot be explained. These top performing
lawyers know how to make split second decisions and have a gutsy intuition that is inexplicable. Theyre
innate star achievers and their peers know it.
The lawyers from LibertyBell Law Group are known for their impressive results in federal defense and
cases won; sometimes even making legal history in the process. They have been featured in Time
Magazines 2013 100 Most Influential People edition in the section titled Leaders of Criminal
Defense. They also have an Avvo perfect 10 rating, which is a rating achieved by winning cases and
recognition by other lawyers and news media. Talk to a LibertyBell Law Group lawyer now and call 855-
LAW-PRO1 (855-529-7761).
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