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Oregon Federal Criminal Defense Lawyers
At Spodek Law Group, we’ve defended federal criminal cases for over 40 years as a second-generation law firm. Led by Todd Spodek, who handled high-profile federal cases like the Anna Delvey case featured on Netflix, we understand exactly what you’re facing when you’re charged in U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon. This article […]
read moreHow to Respond to DOJ Inquiry About PPP Loan Forgiveness
This article is from the Spodek Law Group. Thank you for visiting our website. The objective is to educate you about how to respond to DOJ inquiries about PPP loan forgiveness requests. Many people still don’t know if their PPP loan was valid or not. It was a scary time – rules kept changing. There […]
read moreSocial Media Posts as Evidence: What Prosecutors Know That You Don’t
Welcome to the Spodek Law Group. This article is geared towards answering a simple question: can social media posts be used as evidence in court. Many people don’t know the rules, and guidelines, but the Prosecutor’s definitely do – and they are 100% going to incorporate any evidence they can. It’s likely you’re reading this […]
read moreSurveillance Video Your Defense
Surveillance Video Your Defense: What Changed in 2025 They Got You On Video—That Doesn’t Mean You’re Finished They showed you the video in discovery. You saw yourself on that screen – and your attorney mentioned “challenging the evidence” but didn’t explain how, which makes everything worse because you know what you’re seeing, you know what […]
read moreWiretap Recordings Legal Challenges
717 people were convicted using wiretap evidence in federal court in 2024—a 57% increase from 2023. That number should terrify you if you’re facing prosecution based off wiretap recordings, they’re recording you for many, many months, they’re transcribing every conversation, and now federal prosecutors are using your own voice to destroy your life. Once wiretap […]
read moreRetainer Requirements Federal Cases
Retainer Requirements Federal Cases Federal prosecutor just charged you. The attorney you consulted quoted you a $50,000 retainer. You have $12,000 in your savings account. Maybe $15,000 if you drain everything – borrow from your parents, max out credit cards, sell whatever you can sell. The attorney says this is “just to get started” – […]
read morePaying for Defense While Assets Frozen
Paying for Defense While Assets Frozen Welcome to Spodek Law Group’s website. The purpose of this article is to help answer an important question: how can you pay for defenses while assets are frozen. If you are accused of a federal crime, and now you’re trying to figure out how to pay for your defenses […]
read moreWhen Your Accountant Made PPP Mistakes—And Now You’re Liable
When Your Accountant Made PPP Mistakes—And Now You’re Liable Your accountant called, they made mistakes on your PPP application—miscalculated payroll, included expenses that wasn’t eligible, used wrong entity type. The SBA wants money back. Plus penalties. Plus potentially criminal charges. And your accountant’s saying “my insurance company’s lawyer will handle this” like that solves YOUR […]
read morePublic Defender vs Private Attorney Federal
Thank you for visiting the Spodek Law Group. The goal of this article is to help you understand the difference between a Public Defender versus a Private Attorney, when dealing with a federal case. Your federal public defender was assigned 48 hours ago. Your family’s saying “you need to hire a real lawyer”—convinced free attorney […]
read moreConfidential Informant Wearing Wires
Confidential Informant Wearing Wire If you’re reading this, someone close to you—someone you trusted—is wearing a wire. Your business partner, your associate, maybe even a friend—they’re working with federal agents right now and recording every single word you say. You’re scared. You’re confused. You don’t know who to trust anymore, who’s safe to talk to. […]
read moreEx-Business Partner Under Investigation
Ex-Business Partner Under Investigation Your ex-business partner is under federal investigation. You left that partnership months or years ago – you’re not involved anymore, you’ve moved on with your life, you haven’t even thought about that business in forever. But now FBI wants to talk to YOU. Or maybe your ex-partner called you in a […]
read moreParallel Civil and Criminal Cases
Parallel Civil and Criminal Cases Welcome to the Spodek Law Group. The goal of this article is to help explain what happens if you get hit with parallel civil and criminal cases. This is a scary time, because you’re now fighting a fight on 2 different battlefields. Each fight has different implications and consequences. Don’t […]
read moreRoommate Selling Drugs Am I Liable
Roommate Selling Drugs Am I Liable You either just got arrested with your roommate after police found drugs in your shared apartment – drugs that weren’t yours – or you’re terrified it’s about to happen because you suspect your roommate is dealing. The question keeping you up at night: Am I actually liable for my […]
read more72 Hours After Federal Arrest
# 72 Hours After Federal Arrest You’re sitting in a county jail cell. It’s been 18 hours since FBI agents handcuffed you at your home. Your wife is outside making calls, calling anyone she can think of—bail bondsmen, one after another—and she’s been at it for 4 hours and nobody will help. You keep asking […]
read more10 Days to Respond to Federal Subpoena
Welcome to our website. This article is about helping you figure out how to respond to a federal subpoena. You’re likely reading this blog post because you just got a federal subpoena. FBI, SEC, IRS – doesn’t matter, you’re panicking. At Spodek Law Group – we are no stranger to federal defense cases, and subpoena’s. […]
read moreArrested at JFK Airport Security
Arrested at JFK Airport Security You went through security at JFK—routine bag check, standard ID verification, nothing you haven’t done many, many times before—and then TSA called Port Authority Police. Now you’re home (or still in custody), your family, is asking what happened, and you’re trying to understand how your trip to visit relatives turned […]
read moreIRS Criminal Investigation Letter Received
You opened the mail. Official IRS letterhead. “Criminal Investigation Division.” Your hands are shaking. You’re thinking: “Should I call them and explain? Maybe if I just talk to them they’ll understand it was a mistake.” Stop. What you do in the next 60 seconds determines whether you go to prison for 37 months or whether […]
read moreDrug Testing Pretrial Release
Welcome to Spodek Law Group. We are an award winning criminal defense law firm. If you’re accused of a crime, we can help you. If you are dealing with drug testing questions as a result of a pre-trial release – this article will help you. Here’s the scenario that is likely to unfold. 8 AM. […]
read moreSearch Warrant Executed at My Home
Search Warrant Executed at My Home Your front door’s on the ground and federal agents are GOING THROUGH your house, your family’s terrified, officers going through every drawer, every closet, every file—they’re taking computers, phones, hard drives, financial documents, you’re handed an inventory receipt, an officer asks you questions, you answer because cooperation helps, right? […]
read moreBank Accounts Frozen by Government
If you’re reading this article on our website, it’s likely because the government just froze your bank account and you’re wondering what happens next. Here’s like what happened: Your card got declined at the ATM. You call the bank, and they are telling you there’s a government hold on your account. Frozen. Can’t access your […]
read moreFamily Member Arrested by Federal Agents
Family Member Arrested by Federal Agents Your family member was arrested by federal agents. FBI, DEA, ATF, ICE, U.S. Marshals—you’re not sure which, you just know they’re gone. You’ve been calling the FBI field office for twelve hours getting transferred, hearing “we cannot confirm or deny.” You’re reading this 24 hours after the arrest happened, […]
read moreCelebrity Federal Investigation
Celebrity Federal Investigation You’re a celebrity—and FBI agents contacted you. Or you got a target letter from a U.S. Attorney’s Office. Or you heard federal agents are asking questions about your business dealings. Your entire career is at risk. Every sponsorship deal, every contract, every licensing agreement. The media will find out. Here’s what actually happens when federal investigators […]
read moreJust Got Target Letter From US Attorney
You opened the mail. There it was—a letter from the United States Attorney’s Office with your name and the words “target of a federal grand jury investigation.” Your hands are shaking. This is real. Here’s what happens in the next 72 hours, why you got this letter when most people don’t, and what you need to do today—not tomorrow, today. Thanks […]
read moreFBI Raid This Morning What Do I Do
This article by the Spodek Law Group is designed to answer the question: The FBI raided me this morning, what do I do? It’s likely either you, or a loved one, was the target of the FBI raid, and now you’re on Google – trying to figure out what happens next. Where do you go […]
read moreNYC DEA Defense Lawyers
NYC DEA Defense Lawyers DEA agents just showed up at your medical practice in Manhattan at 6 AM with a search warrant. They’re seizing your computers, patient files, prescription pads – everything. Or you’re a pharmacist in Brooklyn who just received an audit notice demanding two years of controlled substance records. Maybe you got a […]
read moreBaltimore Washington International Airport Cash Seizure Lawyer
Baltimore Washington International Airport Cash Seizure Lawyer Your cash got seized at BWI. Maybe you were heading to Jamaica to visit family. Maybe you’re a business owner traveling with payment for inventory. CBP officers stopped you, asked questions, then took your money. Now you’re holding a seizure receipt wondering if you’ll ever see those funds […]
read moreAirport Cash Seizure Lawyer
Airport Cash Seizure Lawyer Your cash got seized at the airport. TSA found it during screening, asked questions, then Customs or DEA agents showed up. They took your money – maybe $5,000, maybe $50,000 – and handed you a receipt. Now you’re trying to figure out if you’ll ever see that money again. Thanks for […]
read moreBelmar Underage Alcohol Possession or Consumption
Belmar Underage Alcohol Possession or Consumption You got caught with alcohol in Belmar. Maybe you were walking down the boardwalk with friends, or maybe police showed up at a beach party. You’re under 21 and now you have a court date – and you’re googling “Belmar underage drinking” at 2am trying to figure out if […]
read moreStaten Island Deportation Defense Lawyers
Staten Island Deportation Defense Lawyers Thanks for visiting Spodek Law Group – a second-generation law firm managed by Todd Spodek. We have over 50 years of combined experience defending Staten Island residents in deportation proceedings. Our immigration attorneys have represented thousands of clients at 26 Federal Plaza Immigration Court since 1976, fighting removal through asylum, […]
read moreDEA administrative subpoena
If you’ve received a DEA administrative subpoena, you’re probably terrified – and you should be. The DEA issues thousands of these subpoenas annually, without needing a judge’s approval. You’re facing a federal agency with virtually unlimited resources, and they’re coming after you. You received that subpoena for a reason. Maybe you’re a doctor, pharmacist, or healthcare […]
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