James Whalen to Attend NACDL’s 2025 White Collar Seminar & Fall Board Meeting in Washington, D.C.

Whalen Law Office’s founding attorney, James Whalen, will join criminal defense practitioners from across the nation this September at the 2025 NACDL White Collar Seminar & Fall Board Meeting, being held at the Washington Marriott Georgetown in Washington, D.C.

For nearly 20 years, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) has hosted this annual seminar, bringing together leading attorneys to address the unique challenges of defending clients in federal white collar and economic crime cases. With more than 10.5 CLE credit hours, including ethics, the program focuses on sharpening trial skills, navigating the complexities of federal sentencing guidelines, and exploring emerging trends in prosecutions.

The 2025 agenda includes high-level discussions on:

Cross-examination of government cooperators and challenging government summaries.

The ethical implications of artificial intelligence in legal defense.

Strategies for defending politically sensitive and high-profile cases.

By participating in this renowned program, Mr. Whalen underscores Whalen Law Office’s dedication to staying ahead of legal trends and ensuring that clients benefit from advocacy informed by the latest developments and innovations in white collar defense.

Author Bio

James P. Whalen

James P Whalen

James P. Whalen is the managing attorney and founder of Whalen Law Office, a Texas criminal defense firm offering personalized legal representation for various federal criminal charges. With a commitment to providing comfort and guidance during challenging times, Mr. Whalen serves as both an attorney and counselor to his clients, helping them navigate their cases while striving to restore normalcy to their lives.

In an inherently unbalanced criminal justice system, Mr. Whalen takes on cases with unwavering dedication. With decades of legal experience, he offers representation across various criminal charges, including white-collar crimes, violent crimes, drug charges, and more. Mr. Whalen’s numerous accolades, including Super Lawyer recognition and board certification in Criminal Appellate Law and Criminal Law, reflect his unwavering commitment to ethical and high-quality legal representation.

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