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Federal Criminal Defense Lawyers in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Youngs & Associates is a federal criminal defense law firm with over 75 years of combined legal experience in state, federal, and international criminal law. Founded in 2004, our firm is led by Senior Partner Michael Youngs, a former FBI Special Agent and prosecutor with 25 years of experience handling complex federal cases. We maintain offices in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, West Palm Beach, New York, and Colorado, and provide legal representation in Latin America and the Caribbean through strategic partnerships.Our team specializes in defending individuals and corporations against federal charges including fraud, drug crimes, RICO, and extradition cases, leveraging deep understanding of prosecutorial tactics to deliver aggressive, client-focused defense strategies. We prioritize personalized attention, accepting only a limited number of cases to ensure comprehensive representation for each client.
Services
Federal Criminal Defense
Extradition Cases
White-Collar Crimes
Drug Trafficking Defense
Corporate Investigations
International Criminal Law
Tax Evasion Defense
RICO Charges
Medicare Fraud
Child Pornography Cases
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 25 years of federal prosecution and defense experience from former FBI Special Agent
- Offices in five key jurisdictions with international legal partnerships
- Specialized expertise in federal fraud, RICO, and extradition cases
- Proven track record defending complex white-collar and drug trafficking cases
- 24/7 availability for urgent federal criminal defense needs
Services
Federal Criminal Defense
Our federal criminal defense practice represents individuals and corporations facing federal charges nationwide. We handle complex cases involving fraud, drug trafficking, RICO, and white-collar crimes with aggressive legal strategies. Our former federal prosecutors leverage insider knowledge of government tactics to achieve optimal outcomes through trial preparation and negotiated resolutions.
International Extradition
We defend clients facing international extradition requests across Latin America and the Caribbean. Our team handles all stages of extradition proceedings with strategic partnerships in foreign jurisdictions. We combine U.S. federal court experience with international law expertise to challenge improper extradition attempts and protect client rights.
White-Collar Crimes
Our white-collar criminal defense covers fraud, tax evasion, and corporate investigations. We represent professionals and businesses in Medicare fraud, mortgage fraud, and financial crimes cases. Our approach combines forensic analysis with prosecutorial insight to dismantle complex financial allegations and protect professional licenses.
Drug Trafficking Defense
We defend federal drug trafficking charges including conspiracy and distribution allegations. Our team challenges evidence collection methods and prosecutorial overreach in cases involving controlled substances. We develop defense strategies targeting chain-of-custody issues and constitutional violations in federal drug prosecutions.
RICO Charges Defense
Our RICO charge defense focuses on dismantling complex organized crime allegations. We challenge pattern-of-racketeering claims and association-with-enterprise requirements in federal RICO cases. Our experience with federal prosecutors helps identify weaknesses in organized crime prosecutions to reduce potential penalties.
People
Michael Youngs
Senior Partner
Former FBI Special Agent with 25 years federal prosecution experience. Recognized as Top 10 Florida Criminal Defense Attorney by National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Handles complex federal cases nationwide and international extradition matters. Focuses on leveraging prosecutorial insight for defense strategies.
Questions
What federal criminal cases do you handle?
We defend all federal criminal charges including fraud, RICO, drug trafficking, extradition, and white-collar crimes.
How does your former federal agent experience help clients?
Our team's prosecutorial background provides unique insight into federal investigative tactics and case-building strategies.
Do you handle international criminal defense cases?
Yes, we represent clients in Latin America, Caribbean nations, and handle extradition proceedings globally.
What makes your firm different from other criminal defense attorneys?
Our combination of federal prosecution experience, international reach, and focused case strategy sets us apart.
Are you available for emergency legal situations?
Our attorneys provide 24/7 emergency legal consultation for urgent federal criminal matters.
