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What to Do if You Are About to Be Charged with a Crime

Criminal charges don’t begin in the courtroom. They start in quiet conversations, sealed...
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Understanding Murder Charges: First-Degree, Second-Degree, and Felony Murder

A knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer is your strongest ally when facing murder charges, among...
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How to Refuse to Speak to the Police

When the police question you, your body reacts instantly. Your heart pounds, your palms grow damp,...

Whalen Connects with National Peers at NACDL White Collar Seminar in D.C.

Photo courtesy of Stephen Lee. Whalen Law Office is pleased to share that Partner James P. Whalen...
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Differences Between State and Federal Prosecution of Bank Robberies

When a person is accused of robbing a bank, the first moments of the investigation can be...

Whalen Law Office Presents Oral Argument at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Whalen Law Office attorneys James P. Whalen and Grace A. Tucker argued before the U.S. Court of...
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Raising Our Game at the U.S. Sentencing Commission National Training Seminar

Whalen Law Office attorneys James Whalen and Ryne Sandel recently attended the U.S. Sentencing...
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Whalen Law Office Lawyers Recognized in 2025 Editions of Best Lawyers® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America

Whalen Law Office is proud to announce that two of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2025...
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What are Potential Defenses in Statutory Rape Cases?

Potential defenses in statutory rape cases can include arguments like age misrepresentation,...