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Maksim Nemtsev Federal Criminal Defense & Complex Litigation

Strategic legal representation in high-profile federal cases, white collar defense, cyber crimes, fraud investigations, appeals, and complex litigation matters nationwide.
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Meet Maksim (Max) Nemtsev

Max Nemtsev brings over a decade of experience to the most complex and high-stakes litigation in the country. Primarily specializing in securities fraud, wire fraud, tax fraud, cybercrime, and appeals. He has built his practice around the areas where experience and expertise make all the difference. 

With a broad presence in federal courts across Massachusetts, New York, Washington D.C., and Florida, Max treats every client as his personal responsibility, ensuring each case is handled with the precision and care it deserves.  Max approaches every case with the belief that a powerful defense is built on meticulous preparation and an aggressive, proactive strategy. Recognizing that a client’s freedom, reputation, and livelihood are often on the line, he combines deep legal knowledge with sharp tactical insights to dismantle the prosecution’s case. Whether negotiating a favorable pre-indictment resolution or commanding the courtroom during a high-stakes jury trial, Max is a fierce and tireless advocate for his clients.

OUR LEGAL EXPERTISE

Practice Areas

White Collar Criminal Defense

Defense strategies for complex financial investigations, regulatory matters, fraud allegations, and high-stakes federal criminal cases.

Cyber Crimes

Representation in cybercrime cases involving hacking, online fraud, identity theft, data breaches, and digital investigations.

Complex Civil Litigation

Strategic legal representation in high-value disputes involving business conflicts, fraud claims, regulatory issues, and complex civil litigation matters.

Appeals

Skilled appellate representation focused on challenging trial errors, overturning convictions, and protecting clients’ legal rights.

Political Corruption

Defense in sensitive political corruption investigations involving public officials, bribery allegations, and federal prosecutions.

Bank Fraud

Strategic defense for individuals and businesses facing allegations involving bank fraud, financial misconduct, and federal investigations.

Healthcare Fraud

Defense representation in healthcare fraud matters involving billing disputes, compliance violations, audits, and federal investigations.

Securities Fraud

Strategic defense in securities fraud cases involving investment misconduct, insider trading, regulatory violations, and federal charges.

Tax Fraud

Experienced representation in tax fraud investigations involving alleged tax evasion, financial misconduct, and federal prosecution matters.

What we are expert at

Why Clients Choose Us

Over a decade of experience handling complex federal investigations, high-profile criminal defense matters, and sophisticated litigation across the United States.

Clients trust our firm for strategic legal representation, meticulous case preparation, and a personalized approach focused on protecting their rights, reputation, and future at every stage of the process.

Representative Experience
  • Represented the defendant at sentencing and on appeal in United States v. Roman Sterlingov, a first of its kind federal prosecution involving the alleged Bitcoin mixer, Bitcoin Fog.

  • Represented the defendant at trial, sentencing, and on appeal in United States v. Vladislav Klyushin, one of the largest alleged hacking and securities fraud cases prosecuted in the United States.

  • Secured a mistrial for a healthcare provider charged in a multimillion-dollar healthcare fraud case, followed by a negotiated probationary resolution in United States v. Naumovski.

  • Represented a defendant alleged to be one of the largest fentanyl traffickers in Massachusetts, obtaining a sentence substantially below the advisory U.S. Sentencing Guidelines range in United States v. Larios.

  •  Served as co-counsel for four defendants charged in the college admissions prosecution.

  • Represent the defendant in United States v. Nshimiye, a federal trial involving allegations arising from the Rwandan genocide.

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