Chicago, IL criminal defense attorney Michael Leonard discusses the types of federal criminal cases he’s tried. He explains that his experience representing defendants in federal criminal cases is extensive and varied. Many cases that might seem typical for state courts—such as drug offenses, firearm charges, carjackings, kidnappings, and bank robberies—are often prosecuted at the federal level, and he has handled a wide range of these matters.

In addition to these “street-level” offenses, he has represented clients in complex, high-stakes cases, including murder-for-hire, healthcare fraud, bank fraud, and various forms of conspiracy, wire fraud, and mail fraud. Over the course of his career, he has encountered nearly every type of federal criminal offense.

His practice is particularly distinguished in white-collar criminal defense, a hallmark of his work. These cases commonly involve healthcare fraud, bank fraud, mortgage fraud, or other complex fraudulent schemes, frequently incorporating wire fraud elements that bring them under federal jurisdiction. His depth of experience allows him to navigate these sophisticated cases with skill and precision, providing clients with informed, strategic, and effective representation.