Los Angeles Investment & Securities Fraud Attorney
Stockbrokers and other professionals who deal with investments and money are often at risk to face accusations involving securities fraud or investment fraud. Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer Robert M. Bernstein is here to help if you have been accused of investment fraud. At the Law Offices of Robert M. Bernstein, we are experienced and exceptionally qualified to help you defend your rights and protect you from the criminal penalties you may face if convicted of securities fraud or investment fraud.
Fraud is a type of theft crime, a non-violent form which is classified as a white collar crime and uses deception in order to unlawfully gain property or money from others. By intentionally misrepresenting the condition of a company, by making unethical trades or unauthorized trades, an individual or company may commit investment fraud or securities fraud. When facing these serious charges, which may be charged as Federal Crimes, it is important to act quickly and consult a Los Angeles Fraud Defense Attorney.
Common forms of investment fraud and securities fraud include:
- Overstating assets
- Understating revenues
- Unauthorized trading
- Unsuitable trading or investing
- Creating illegal accounts
- Over-concentrating investments
- Insider trading
- Accounting fraud
- Misrepresentation
Los Angeles Investment Fraud Defense Lawyer
Los Angeles Defense Lawyer Robert M. Bernstein has a background in criminal prosecution and uses this special knowledge and experience in defending investment fraud cases. Because his practice is limited to criminal defense and because he fully devotes himself to each individual case he takes on, Los Angeles Investment Fraud Defense Attorney Robert Bernstein is able to provide the highest quality of legal counsel and advice to his clients.
A conviction for investment fraud in California may result in prison, fines and the repayment of money which was taken. Additionally, a person's reputation will be forever ruined.
If you or someone you know has been arrested or is under investigation for Investment Fraud Contact Los Angeles Investment Fraud Lawyer Robert M. Bernstein to see how he can help you avoid these harsh consequences of a conviction!
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