Austin Federal Criminal Defense Attorney

Principal Office, San Antonio, Texas

Aggressive, Strategic Defense for Federal Charges in Austin, Texas

Facing federal criminal charges is one of the most serious legal challenges a person can encounter. The stakes are high — long prison terms, substantial fines, forfeiture of assets, and permanent damage to your reputation. If you’re under federal investigation or have been indicted in the Western District of Texas, you need a seasoned federal criminal defense attorney with a proven track record and a deep understanding of how the federal system works. Robert Almonte II, Austin Federal Criminal Defense Attorney, has the knowledge of the federal system to fight for you.

Why Choose Us for Your Federal Case?

Our lead attorney is a former federal prosecutor with years of experience handling complex federal cases — from white collar fraud and drug conspiracies to public corruption, firearms offenses, and human trafficking. Based in San Antonio and deeply familiar with the federal courts in the region, we bring insider knowledge of federal investigations, charging strategies, and trial tactics. Robert Almonte was a federal prosecutor in Austin, Texas.

We don’t just know the law — we’ve been on both sides of the courtroom. That gives our clients a distinct advantage.

Types of Federal Cases We Defend

We represent clients across a broad range of federal criminal matters, including:

• White Collar & Financial Crimes
  • Wire fraud, mail fraud, bank fraud
  • Health care fraud and False Claims Act violations
  • PPP/EIDL loan fraud
  • Securities fraud
  • Money laundering
• Drug Conspiracies
  • Federal narcotics trafficking (21 U.S.C. § 841 and § 846)
  • Importation and distribution conspiracies
  • Interstate or international trafficking
• Firearms Offenses
  • Felon in possession (18 U.S.C. § 922(g))
  • Firearms trafficking and straw purchases
• Immigration-Related Crimes
  • Alien smuggling and harboring
  • Unlawful reentry (8 U.S.C. § 1326)
  • Document fraud
• Public Corruption & Bribery
  • Federal program bribery (18 U.S.C. § 666)
  • Hobbs Act violations
  • Honest services fraud
• Conspiracy and RICO Charges
  • Multi-defendant indictments
  • Gang-related federal cases
• Asset Forfeiture & Government Seizures
  • Pre-indictment seizures
  • Civil and criminal forfeiture litigation

What Sets Us Apart?

• Former Federal Prosecutor: We anticipate the government’s moves before they make them.
• Trial-Tested and Investigation-Savvy: Whether fighting at trial or negotiating pre-indictment, we develop customized, evidence-based defense strategies.
• Deep Knowledge of the Western District of Texas: With experience in Austin, San Antonio, Del Rio, and El Paso federal courts, we understand the tendencies of local prosecutors and judges.
• Client-Centered Representation: We keep you informed, prepared, and in control every step of the way.

Serving Clients Throughout Central Texas

While based in Austin, we represent individuals and entities across the Western District of Texas, including Travis, Williamson, Bastrop, Hays, and Bexar counties. Whether you’re under investigation or already charged, early intervention can be critical — and we’re ready to act immediately.

Contact an Experienced Austin Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer Today

If you or your business is facing a federal investigation or indictment, don’t wait. Time is not on your side — but we are.

Call today: 210-866-3233 or contact us online.