Varghese & Associates, P.C. is a premier criminal defense law firm based in New York City, specializing exclusively in federal and state criminal defense. Led by former prosecutor Vinoo Varghese, the firm is nationally recognized for taking on high-stakes trials and appeals that other attorneys avoid, securing favorable outcomes that allow clients to resume their lives with minimal disruption.
The firm’s approach is built on three core values: courage, creativity, and cohesion. With extensive experience as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, Vinoo Varghese brings insider knowledge of government tactics and a record of persuading prosecutors to drop cases before charges are filed. The firm is highly regarded in legal and media circles, with Varghese serving as a visiting faculty member at Harvard Law School and regularly providing expert analysis on major networks. They focus on representing individuals and professionals facing serious criminal allegations, particularly in white-collar and federal matters.
Services Offered
- Criminal defense attorney services
- Federal criminal defense
- White-collar crime defense
- Healthcare fraud defense
- Securities fraud defense
- Tax evasion and tax fraud defense
- Money laundering defense
- Embezzlement and theft defense
- Bank fraud defense
- Wire and mail fraud defense
- RICO violations defense
- Computer crimes and cybercrime defense
- DEA drug conspiracy defense
- Public corruption defense
- Environmental crimes defense
- Antitrust violations defense
- Export control violations defense
- Appeals
- Pre-charge representation and investigations
- Grand jury representation
- Bail advocacy
- Sentencing mitigation
- Title IX disciplinary proceedings
The firm serves clients throughout New York City’s five boroughs and handles federal cases nationwide. Vinoo Varghese has been consistently recognized by prestigious legal rankings, including the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, New York Metro Super Lawyers, and Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent rating, reflecting a career dedicated to vigorous and effective client advocacy.
