Federal Criminal Defense
If you are under investigation or have been charged with a federal crime, it is important to retain an experienced federal criminal defense attorney to manage the process and mount an effective defense. Contact us today for an attorney consultation.
Federal Sentencing Advocacy
Federal criminal sentencing is unlike sentencing in state court. Our team of experienced attorneys are intimately familiar with the federal sentencing guidelines and federal sentencing procedures. Let us help you fight for the lowest possible sentence.
Federal Criminal Appeals
Whether you are looking for an attorney to handle your direct appeal or a 2255 motion, our team of experienced federal criminal defense attorneys can help. We can evaluate your case, identify issues at the trial level, and present a workable appellate solution. Our lead attorney Brandon Sample has even written a best selling book on habeas corpus petitions. Contact us today for an attorney consultation.
Client Testimonials
David Lee hired the Law Office of Brandon Sample to assist him in obtaining a sentence reduction under the First Step Act of 2018. After considering the filings by the Government and Brandon's office, the Court granted David relief--reducing David's sentence from LIFE to 210 months!
Attacking the Guilty Plea Part II: Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
More than 95 percent of state and federal prisoners plead guilty, and most of them do so on the advice of their lawyer. A successful attack on a guilty plea would then depend on showing that counsel’s bad advice to plead guilty rendered the plea not “knowing and voluntary.” We covered the knowing and voluntary…
First Step Act – A Year in Review
The U.S. Sentencing Commission published a new study addressing the first-year impact of the First Step Act. You will find a summary of the key findings of this below. KEY FINDINGS This publication examines the impact of the First Step Act, analyzing data from the first year following its enactment, compared to data from the…
Attacking the Guilty Plea: The ‘Voluntarily and Knowingly Made’ Standard
Guilty Pleas After Conviction Attacking the guilty plea is probably one of the least understood concepts in the post conviction world, even though more than 95 percent of state and federal convictions are the direct result of a guilty plea. In 2018 alone, there were 73,109 federal convictions with 71,550 of them by way of…
About us
Our Client-Focused Philosophy
Brandon Sample PLC has a very client-focused philosophy. We don't just see a client or a criminal defendant, we see a person with unique needs and who needs a defense customized to the underlying facts of their specific case.
If you are looking for a vigorous defense to a federal criminal case, the attorneys at Brandon Sample PLC are an excellent choice.
Why Hire Us?
There are many criminal defense attorneys, but few who focus on federal criminal defense. When you hire our firm, you receive competent, experienced legal representation and will never be just another number. We fight for our clients day in and day out.
Turn to us in your time of need and we will do everything in our power to fight the charges and work towards the best possible outcome for you or your loved one.