AREAS OF PRACTICE
When you are represented by Lisa Wood Law LLC, you can be assured that attorney Lisa Wood is fighting for you. No matter the charges or allegations against you, from the moment Lisa Wood starts handling your case you’ll have an experienced attorney pursing a course of action to address your needs. Attorney Wood takes pride in not only knowing the law, but also getting to know you, what’s important to you, and finding an outcome that will put you on the best path forward. That can mean going to trial, aggressively negotiating for a dismissal, working to reduce the charges, or achieving a lighter sentence that includes community service or probation. Regardless, you’ll have an ally that understands the city, the courts, and how the justice system can work for you.
White Collar Criminal Defense
Defending a White Collar case requires a keen understanding of both criminal law and industry specific conventions and regulations. You should feel confident that Lisa has the experience and the aptitude to protect you in the face of such allegations. Having worked with professionals facing charges ranging from fraud to securities violations to false claims, Lisa is confident and comfortable litigating cases involving complex facts and terabytes of evidence.
White Collar crimes include:
- Mail/Wire/Bank Fraud
- Money laundering
- Securities and Commodities violations
- False Claims Act Violations
- Violations of the Anti-Kickback Statute
- Embezzlement
- Theft of Trade Secrets
Facing a federal drug charge can be terrifying. They are often the result of months- or years-long investigations and the penalties are severe. You may be told that you have been caught on a wiretap, or that there is other recorded evidence against you. If you find yourself in such a position, it is critical to hire a lawyer with federal experience to defend you. Lisa has devoted a substantial portion of her career fighting federal drug cases and knows the ins and outs of the system. Contact her for help today.
Federal drug crimes include:
- Conspiracy
- Possession with Intent to Distribute
- Drug induced homicide
- Mandatory Minimum Charging Schemes associated with Cocaine, Crack Cocaine, Heroin, Fentanyl, etc.
Federal Drug Offenses
Violent Crimes and Gun Offenses
When you are charged with a violent crime or gun offense, it can feel like the deck is stacked against you. You need an advocate who has the energy and aptitude to investigate your side of the story and fight for you –even in the face of difficult facts.
Such cases can include:
- Murder
- Racketeering/RICO
- Firearms trafficking
- Unlawful gun possession
- Battery
Women in trouble with the law often have life experiences that make their cases unique. If you or a loved one is facing charges, it is to your advantage to hire a lawyer sensitive to these issues, which can include domestic violence, PTSD, mental illness, and addiction. Lisa is a compassionate counselor with experience advocating for women. You can trust her to guide you through this difficult time.