Michael V. Cibella, founding member at the Law Offices of Michael V. Cibella, LLC, has been named one of the top Criminal Defense Attorneys of 2016 in the New York Metro Area by Super Lawyers. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes the top attorneys in different regions via a multi-phase selection process that involves peer nomination, independent research and peer evaluation. This is the third time Mr. Cibella has been named one of the New York Metro Area top Criminal Defense Attorneys by Super Lawyers as published in the Magazine Section of the New York Times.  Mr. Cibella was also recognized by Super Lawyers in 2014 and 2015.

On behalf of Michael V. Cibella, LLC posted in White Collar Crime on Saturday, May 27, 2017. With everything that’s transpired on Capitol Hill over the last few months, it’s understandable how a person might have missed the news that the Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation Division had released its annual report. For those unfamiliar … Continue reading Why it’s a mistake to underestimate IRS Criminal Investigation →

On behalf of Michael V. Cibella, LLC posted in White Collar Crime on Monday, May 22, 2017. The story of Bernie Madoff isn’t a story. It is the case of one man whose actions impacted many many people and their retirements. It is hard to forget the Madoff Ponzi scheme, as his white collar crime … Continue reading Careful of the ‘Madoff’ stigma in financial fraud cases →

On behalf of Michael V. Cibella, LLC posted in White Collar Crime on Thursday, April 6, 2017. On April 5, four men and three construction companies were indicted for collectively defrauding at least 40 subcontractors out of $9.6 million. Artisan Construction, McGovern & Company and IBEX Construction are accused of refusing to pay for work … Continue reading 3 firms indicted for fraud during Manhattan construction projects →

On behalf of Michael V. Cibella, LLC posted in White Collar Crime on Saturday, February 4, 2017. The beginning of February marks one crucial moment in everyone’s lives: the mailing of your W-2s! It’s not exactly the most exciting of moments, but it is an important one nonetheless. As the next couple of months roll … Continue reading On tax evasion and tax fraud →

On behalf of Michael V. Cibella, LLC posted in White Collar Crime on Thursday, December 8, 2016. The terms “white collar crime” is a catch-all for a variety of financial and fraud crimes. Charges such as racketeering, embezzlement, securities fraud, RICO charges and tax evasion are included under the umbrella of white collar crime. Very … Continue reading The severity of white collar crimes →

On behalf of Michael V. Cibella, LLC posted in White Collar Crime on Wednesday, October 19, 2016. Allegations of committing a white collar crime are nothing to brush off. Although these crimes are generally non-violent in nature, they can come with harsh criminal penalties. As a result, anyone charged with a white collar crime should … Continue reading Four questions about tax fraud →

On behalf of Michael V. Cibella, LLC posted in White Collar Crime on Friday, August 26, 2016. Many people may hear the phrase “embezzlement” and immediately think that anyone accused of such a crime is guilty. Embezzlement obviously carries a massive stigma with it. It sounds like a crime that is committed by wealthy people, … Continue reading Embezzlement: serious charges need serious legal representation →