Federal Charges

If you are facing federal charges, Minocha Law Firm can help. The practice of federal criminal law is starkly different from Texas criminal law. Importantly, you need to hire an attorney who is, firstly, admitted to federal court, understands federal law and procedure, and who is comfortable practicing before federal judges.

Not all criminal defense attorneys are admitted in federal court.

In order to practice in federal court, an attorney must earn a separate admission to each federal district court. Not all Texas criminal lawyers have the right to practice in federal court. Sanjay Minocha is admitted to practice in all four federal districts in Texas, and can handle a case in any federal court in Texas.

Federal law is different than Texas state law.

Federal criminal statutes often differ significantly from Texas criminal statutes. Even though a crime may have the same or similar names in both courts, the elements of those offenses are often distinct.

Federal rules of procedure are also very different than Texas rules of procedure and an unfamiliar attorney can be blindsided when standing before the judge.

Many criminal lawyers do not like practicing in federal court.

Some criminal defense lawyers are intimidated by federal court practice because the etiquette is more formal and less leeway is given to lawyers who make procedural errors. Practice is paper-heavy, requiring many motions and briefs. Many criminal defense lawyers do not like spending the time and effort to write multiple-page briefs and therefore dislike federal court.

Sanjay Minocha is not scared to defend people with federal criminal charges filed against them. He has been practicing before federal courts his entire career. Sanjay is admitted to every Texas federal district (Northern, Eastern, Western, and Southern). Sanjay has prepared and filed stacks of motions in federal court. Sanjay’s strong writing skills and knowledge of federal law and procedure help him aggressively represent criminal defendants in federal court.

If you or a loved one are facing federal criminal charges, call Sanjay today at 214.301.3939 for a FREE consultation.

Sanjay Minocha is here to be your lawyer and advisor—no matter what the problem. He has years of experience trying criminal and civil cases in courts all over Texas and is admitted in every federal district in Texas. His colleagues know him as a dedicated and ethical lawyer, willing to work hard to put his clients in the best possible position even in dire circumstances. At Minocha Law Firm, you will not just be a dollar-figure—Sanjay takes the time to get to know each of his clients and help them through life’s toughest situations.

Trustworthy

Sadly, many lawyers consider their law license a license to steal, giving good lawyers a bad name. Sanjay Minocha strives to be a good person, first and foremost. He aims to practice law ethically and with the highest integrity. If Sanjay tells you he will do something, he stands by his word. Sanjay won’t sell you false hope and will tell you generally what to expect before you pay him your hard-earned money.

Dedicated

Sanjay Minocha will work hard on your case to give you his best representation. He will investigate the facts of every case and research the law before advising you on what you should do. Once you decide upon a course of action, Sanjay will carry it through. Sanjay tries to go the extra mile for his clients. He makes it a point to visit his jailed clients regularly and does his best to accommodate clients with items like payment plans or by traveling to them when possible.

Knowledgeable

Many clients expect lawyers to know every detail of the law and be able to tell them what will happen the first time the lawyer hears the facts. In reality, every case is different and will require specific approaches depending on the circumstances. The key is for the lawyer to understand the legal issues based on the facts, and to know where to research the law on those issues. Sanjay Minocha has the experience and knowledge of law that enables him to thoroughly assess the situation and advise you on the best possible option or options.

Aggressive

Clients often think of “aggressive” lawyers as loud and argumentative—pit bulls in the courtroom. But being aggressive in a case involves more than just big talk, it involves diligence and a willingness to challenge the other side. Sanjay Minocha will aggressively pursue all avenues for your defense, beginning before a case has been filed. The earlier you hire an attorney, the more options are available for the attorney to forcefully attack the prosecutor’s case. Sanjay will file all appropriate pre-trial motions (e.g., examining trials, motions to suppress, speedy trial motions, etc.) to fight for your rights.

Caring

Sanjay Minocha cares fiercely about each of his clients. He takes the time to get to know his clients for two main reasons. First, Sanjay truly wants to help people in trouble. He left a career representing businesses fighting over money because he felt like he had abandoned the people who really need his help. Second, understanding his clients helps Sanjay defend them, whether in negotiations with the prosecutor or explaining a client’s life story and motives to a jury during trial. Sanjay believes compassion is integral in presenting the best defense.

Responsive

The number one complaint of most legal clients is that their attorneys fail to communicate. Sanjay Minocha makes an effort to return his clients’ calls or emails within a couple days—usually the same day. Sanjay will keep you updated with any new case developments and the work he has been doing on your case.

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