Federal and State Prison Consultant

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If you have recently been charged with a white collar crime - whether fraud, wire fraud, embezzlement, tax evasion, conspiracy, or something similar and you have never been involved with the criminal justice system before, your life probably feels like it has been turned upside down. The reality is that it has turned upside down – normal life as you know it will never be the same but it is pivotal that you take action now to prepare for this journey which includes protecting yourself, your family and loved ones and making well thought out educated choices which can result in a better outcome for you in the short and long term.  

What lies ahead is not just confusing; it is dangerous, overwhelming and full of traps that you do not even know exist. Your future is at stake, and you need to approach every decision with more clarity, insight, and strategy than you likely realize. As your prison consultant, if you have not had trial or pled, it is important that the only person you share specific details of your case with is your lawyer. That does not mean you should not seek guidance from an experienced consultant who can guide you on how to be best prepared, make your lawyer work for you and ensure you are making decisions in focused on your self-interest, not settling a case just to be done with it. 

You probably have an attorney. Hopefully a good one but there usually is no real way to know until see them in action – they all are great at using fear in the sales process to close you hard. But here is something you may not realize: no matter how good your lawyer is, they are not with you 24/7. They are not sitting down with you to walk through every "what if," every document, every option, and every blind spot. You may get a few minutes of their time here and there, but when your freedom is on the line, that is not enough. 

Lawyers have great intentions, but the reality is it is not feasible for them to dedicate 8 hours a day to your case throughout the entire process and remain in business. It is your job to do everything you can now to put yourself in the best possible situation for trial, a plea deal and possible prison time. Decisions you make now will impact every aspect of your future – from how much time you serve (if any) to the individual prison you will be at which can have significant impact on your day to day life and safety. 

Your mind is racing 24/7 because this is your life, your name, your family, and your future. The weight is heavy, and every day that passes without clarity adds to your anxiety. That is where I come in.

Walking Through This Journey With You

This is not just about having someone to call when you have questions. It is about walking this road together so you are prepared for the obstacles ahead. You will be given a timeline by the Court and your lawyer and it will change frequently – delays are extremely common and expected but equally frustrating. The more frustrated you are, the happier the prosecution is. 

You need someone who has been through the fire and made it out. Someone who understands the psychological toll of waiting for trial, the stresses of trial or considering plea deals, the emotional weight of sentencing, the fears that come with entering prison for the first time and the uncertainty of release. 

I know what it is like to not sleep. To try to act normal in front of your kids while silently panicking inside. To go from negotiating business deals to making choices that will impact the entire future of myself, my wife and my children. I have lived it. And I will walk with you through it.

I am not here to sugarcoat anything. I will not tell you what you want to hear. I will tell you what you need to hear for the best possible outcome. You will get honest, realistic guidance from someone who knows exactly what it is like to sit across from a prosecutor, to hear a judge hand down a sentence and to count the days from the inside. This kind of support is rare and it is invaluable to the many I have consulted. 

Smart support is not emotional hand-holding. It is strategic and realistic. It is about helping you prepare your mind, your family, your finances and your future. It is about helping you walk through this storm with clarity and strength. We will break this down together: What you know, what you do not know, what you are assuming and what could hurt you if you are not careful. I will help you slow the panic and replace it with clear, calm steps. 

There are tons of videos on social media giving you advice on how to survive prison but those are made to get views – that does not make them all real and definitely does not mean they are offering educated advice. If you have the ability to plan your strategy for plea deals, trial and then possibility of prison you will be in a much better position long term. Your future can be bright if you make smart long term decisions now. 

Why This Matters More Than You Know

The federal government has a 99.6% conviction rate. Your state also has extremely successful winning percentages. Think about that. It means that when they charge you, they almost always win. They have unlimited resources, seasoned prosecutors and a system designed to pressure you into a plea even if you are innocent. I know that because I lived it but I chose to go to trial. I refused to accept a plea deal which offered a significant time reduction but would force me to admit to something I did not do. I went to trial and lost – I was stunned how corrupt the system is, how evidence withheld in my favor was okay and how investigators and prosecutors can knowingly lie without any consequences at all. Was refusing the plea deal a smart choice? At the time, absolutely! 

Was it the smartest, most educated choice – likely not. But I know what I have learned since then and steps I should have taken the minute I was arrested. 

I was convicted of a crime I did not commit. I was running a successful marketing company which was growing, thriving and serving clients across the country. One day, that all changed. I was indicted, and suddenly, I was playing defense against a system I did not understand. Looking back at it, it would be the equivalent of a freshman high school football team playing the Super Bowl champions along with the referees and scorekeepers being on their payroll. No matter what I said or how hard I tried to fight, the outcome was inevitable because I was not prepared for the beast of our criminal justice system. 

The government does not need to prove everything. They only need to build a case that makes you look guilty on paper. Once that happens, they can use pressure, intimidation, and fear to box you into a corner. A jury naturally has been taught to trust the system so it is much easier for people in general to trust what the prosecutors say as facts – even when they are not telling the truth. The system is not about justice; it is about wins. Prosecutors are promoted based on their winning percentage and will do everything possible to ensure a victory. They will wear you down with delays, court dates, proffer agreements, and threat after threat.

And most importantly, your decisions - especially early on will determine the outcome. Once you agree to certain terms or make a wrong move, it becomes difficult to unwind. That is why guidance before your plea, before your sentencing, and before prison is absolutely critical. What I offer is not legal advice but experienced real world strategic insight to help you navigate this process wisely and ensure you are using your attorney’s skills and time as effectively as possible. I learned the system well when I was inside and successfully was released early from federal prison, serving 65% of my total sentence. This was before the new rules of FSA good time credits for programming and without RDAP. 

Why Fortune 500 Companies Hire Consultants And Why You Should Too!

Even the most successful companies in the world - Apple, Amazon, Google, General Motors routinely hire outside consultants. Not because they are failing. Not because they are lost. But because they understand the value of experienced perspective. A smart leader knows that outside insight can save them from expensive mistakes and blind spots. 

Why would a billion-dollar company spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on outside advice? Because even when things are going well or poorly, they know that a second opinion, a sharper angle, or a bit of clarity can make the difference between good and great, or even survival and collapse.

This is your life. Your future. Your freedom. There are no do-overs. The decisions you make in the next few weeks and months will shape your reality for years to come. If you think you do not need guidance, ask yourself this: Would you let someone with no business background run your company? Then why try to navigate the most complex and dangerous system of your life without someone who has lived it? 

You are not weak for asking for help. You are wise. My clients are not helpless. They are CEOs, professionals, entrepreneurs and leaders who realized they needed more than a lawyer. They needed someone who could walk through the emotional and practical trenches with them. I had gut instincts with my lawyer that I was simply worried to ask or afraid to “pester” him despite paying lots of money. I wish I had someone to run those ideas by to either tell me I was being realistic or unrealistic. You will have plenty of stupid ideas and concepts but all you need is one good one to change the course. 

You do not want to just get through this. You want to do it the smartest way possible.

My Role: The Criminal Law Consultant You Wish You Hired Sooner

I am not an attorney and I do not offer legal advice. But I offer something just as critical: insight from someone who has already lived through the exact nightmare you are now entering. Strategy that has proven to work and knowledge of what you need to know now to prepare for your future. Realistically, there is a strong possibility you will end up incarcerated – prison is the last place you want to go unprepared. You have to prepare for the worst but hope for the best. 

This is one-on-one consulting designed specifically for people facing white collar, federal charges in the federal system (and state systems when applicable). You will get unfiltered, detailed, real-world guidance. Not theory. Not Google searches. Real-life knowledge. 

How I Help: Detailed Breakdown

1. Understanding the Federal and State Machine

• What to expect once you are indicted or suspect you will be.
• Realistic sentencing expectations based on offense levels, enhancements, and mitigating factors and methods to lower your sentence.
• How to understand your Pre-Sentence Investigation Report (PSR), and how to correct errors before it becomes part of your permanent record.
• Debunking myths: what your lawyer may not tell you, and what popular media gets dangerously wrong.
• Your lawyer will be push for a plea deal and it may be the right choice for you – but it is a decision you need to spend time evaluating and reviewing well before any deal is offered. I will help you walk through that major choice.      

2. Strategy and Communication with Your Attorney

• How to ask the right questions and hold your attorney accountable without creating tension.
• How to evaluate plea offers and understand the full consequences of accepting a deal.
• How to prepare your own personal narrative to submit to the judge and probation officer.
• What discovery is and how to read it with clarity.
• What the government typically offers in plea negotiations and how to gauge if your plea is fair.
• Preparing mentally for the whirlwind of making large decisions that have life long impacts.

• Understanding the difference between pleading and going to trial and what each means for your future.
• How prosecutors use pressure and timelines to push plea deals and how to assess if you are truly ready.
• Preparing mentally and emotionally for the weight of a trial.
• What to ask your attorney to make sure you fully understand your exposure, risks, and options.
• Understanding how early cooperation or resistance can impact your sentence and prison designation.
• How to stay calm under pressure and make rational, informed decisions rather than emotional ones.
• Avoiding common mistakes people make during plea negotiations, such as admitting to more than required or misunderstanding terms.

4. Preparing for Sentencing

• How to build a compelling character letter campaign, including who should write them and what they should say.
• Crafting your allocution statement (what you say to the judge) to show remorse, insight, and readiness to change.
• Gathering documents and evidence that support positive aspects of your life: work history, family support, mental health treatment, community involvement.
• How to present your life history in a way that promotes empathy without minimizing the seriousness of the charges.
• Understanding what judges are really looking for during sentencing, and how to appeal to their sense of justice.
• Preparing yourself and your family for the extremely emotional lead up, day of and days following. 

5. Prison Designation: What to Request and Why It Matters

• Overview of security levels: Camp, Low, Medium, High, and what determines where you go along with the major impacts they can have on your life. 
• Factors that influence placement: points system, history, crime type, flight risk, location of family, etc.
• How to write a placement request letter, and which facilities are safer, more stable, or have better programs and how to evaluate those factors. 
• How the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) actually processes requests and what to realistically expect.
• Why choosing the right facility can impact your health, mental well-being, safety, and access to programs.

6. Mental, Physical, and Emotional Preparation

• What to do in the final 30 days before self-surrender.
• Creating a personal schedule that includes exercise, reading, programming, and personal development.
• Managing relationships from prison: how to maintain contact with family, friends, and professional contacts.
• Developing the mental toughness and humility needed to avoid conflict and stay under the radar.
• How to avoid common inmate traps: gambling, debts, race politics, and false alliances.
• Preparing to avoid the common sense decisions that are big mistakes in prison.

7. Helping Your Family Before and During Your Incarceration

• Creating a detailed communication plan with your spouse or partner.
• Planning finances, bills, power of attorney and digital access before you go in.
• Preparing your children for the transition.
• Setting up visitation expectations and emotional boundaries.
• Helping your loved ones understand what your day-to-day life will actually look like so they are not imagining the worst.
• Discussion on communication while incarcerated because of it being limited and difficult.

8. Surviving in Prison

• Understanding prison culture and the unwritten rules that affect your safety and sanity.
• How to avoid conflicts, cliques, and situations that escalate into violence.
• The long list of “do nots” to avoid problems inside.
• Daily habits and routines that help you stay disciplined, healthy, and focused.
• How to communicate effectively and respectfully with staff and other inmates.
• Dealing with loneliness, isolation, and the emotional toll of incarceration.
• Making smart decisions about who to associate with—and who to avoid.
• Using your time wisely: education, reading, exercise, and planning for reentry.
• How to maintain your identity and self-worth in a place designed to strip it away.

9. Release Planning and Reentry

• Helping you map out a reentry plan that starts during your sentence, not after.
• Choosing programs that reduce your time through First Step Act and RDAP (if eligible).
• How to prepare for halfway house (RRC) or home confinement.
• Building a resume, business plan, or nonprofit plan while inside.
• What to do immediately after release to avoid recidivism, depression and family breakdown.
• Access to post-release training, accountability, and support networks.

10. Ongoing Support Throughout the Entire Process

• One-time consultations for clarity and planning.
• Ongoing coaching as you navigate changes, hearings, meetings, and emotional lows.
• Strategic help at key moments: plea decision, sentencing, pre-surrender, release prep.
• Availability by phone and video for private, honest, and direct discussions.

Book a Free 15-Minute Consultation

If you are facing charges, now is the time to act. Not next month. Not after the plea. Now. The earlier we start, the more we can do. This process will define the next chapter of your life. Let us work together to make sure that chapter does not destroy you.

Schedule your free 15-minute consultation today. Confidential. No pressure. Just clarity when you need it most.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do you offer legal advice?
No. I am not an attorney and do not give legal advice. My role is to help you understand the real-world process, build strategy around your circumstances, and guide you through the parts of the experience that attorneys do not typically cover.

When should I hire you?
As early as possible. The sooner you start preparing, the more options you will have. Ideally, you should begin working with me the moment you suspect legal trouble, during investigation, indictment, plea negotiations, or even pre-trial.

What if I have already been sentenced?
Most people hire me at this stage but this is typically where I can provide the most guidance. The reality of everything becomes very real and surviving in prison is your main concern. We focus on surviving and thriving in prison. If you are preparing to self-surrender or are already inside, I can help you make the most of your sentence, navigate prison life, and build a post-release plan. There is still time to avoid unnecessary mistakes.

Do you work with families?
Absolutely. I help spouses, children, and loved ones understand the process and prepare emotionally, financially, and practically. Families are part of the sentence and they deserve support too.

What is the consultation like?
The free 15-minute call is an honest conversation to assess your situation, answer initial questions, and help you understand how I might support you. There is no pressure to move forward - just an opportunity for clarity. 

Is everything confidential?
Yes. Everything we discuss remains completely confidential.  With that said, I will never ask you anything private about your case, meaning anything that cannot be found online I do not want to know. And you should never share with anyone other than your lawyer because it can be used against you.  If the information is public, I will review it so that I can better understand the circumstances of your case and ways I can assist you. 

How do I get started?
Fill out the form at the bottom of this page to schedule the free 15 minute phone call. If you decide to move forward, we will customize a plan based on your situation, whether that is one-time strategy or ongoing coaching throughout your case.

Do you help people charged in state court?
Yes, although most of my experience is in the federal system. I am happy to evaluate whether I am a good fit for your specific case. I am actively involved in many state and federal prisons and also understand the dynamics of how they work.