A Proven Federal White Collar Defense Attorney

For over 15 years, attorney Ann Fitz has represented the best interests of her clients in federal court. Ms. Fitz creates strong defense strategies for her white collar clients and fights to get them favorable case outcomes. If you are facing federal white collar criminal charges in the Southern District of Florida, the Law Office of Ann Fitz will create a personalized defense that protects your rights. To learn more about Ann Fitz’s extensive legal career and how she can help your case, please click on the link below:

• Ann Fitz

Years of Experience as Both a Prosecutor and a Defense Attorney

Ms. Fitz is a former felony prosecutor for the state of Georgia and served as a Panel Attorney under the Federal Criminal Justice Act (CJA) in conjunction with the Federal Defender’s Office in Atlanta and Los Angeles for 7 years. Her experience on both sides of the courtroom allows her to analyze the strengths and weaknesses of her clients’ cases. She knows how prosecutors build their cases and will use that knowledge to create the most vigorous defense for your case.

Ms. Fitz has defended many clients from high-profile white collar criminal charges that involved millions of dollars, including:

• A $25 million mortgage modification scheme

• A $12 million tax fraud scheme

• A $7 million securities fraud Ponzi scheme

• An identity theft and wire fraud scheme featured on an episode of CBS’s 48 Hours Mystery

• The lead defendant in the Atlanta prosecution of the Black Mafia Family (BMF)

• A Deputy Sheriff charged with possession and receipt of child pornography 

Miscellaneous Civil Litigation and Appellate Work

In addition to her work as a white collar criminal defense attorney, Ms. Fitz also has a diversified background of fighting for clients in civil litigation, mediation and arbitration cases, including:

• Federal and state employees who were subject to a hostile work environment and suffered adverse employment actions based on illegal discrimination

• Breach of contract disputes

• Defending against copyright infringement charges by Warner Brothers

• FINRA arbitration cases

• Constitutional challenges to the applicability of the Florida and Georgia sex offender registration laws

• 2255 habeas petitions and motions for Certificates of Appealability

Ms. Fitz has helped many convicted defendants challenge their sentences and convictions in federal appellate courts. She has prepared motions and briefs in the 2nd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 9th, 10th, and 11th Circuits, as well as the United States Supreme Court, and she has argued a cases in the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, including a precedential case that established a clear definition of what constitutes criminal liability in federal child pornography cases. 

An Attorney Recognized For Legal Analysis And Skill

Many nationally known publications and media outlets have featured Ms. Fitz’s legal accomplishments, including Rolling Stone Magazine, Wired Magazine, CBS’s 48 Hours Mystery and NBC’s Nightly News.

She was nominated and selected as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2013, 2014, and 2016, and named a Top 10 Attorney Under 40 by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys in 2014.  In 2018 she was listed as a U.S. News and World Report Best Lawyer and selected among America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys.

Many cable news networks have featured Ms. Fitz as a legal analyst and guest expert. She has provided her insights and opinions on the Fox News Network, CNN, HLN, and MSNBC. Ms. Fitz also appeared as a regular guest on truTV’s In Session (formerly CourtTV) from 2009-2011. 

Talk To Ann Fitz In A Free Consultation

Ms. Fitz offers free consultations at her firm’s West Palm Beach or North Miami office. You can schedule this free first meeting by calling 561-264-2431. She is also available for questions by email.

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