Vancouver Fraud and Theft Defence Lawyer

If you have been charged with theft, fraud or any other so-called white collar crime, it is imperative that the lawyer you choose to defend you has the experience required for success.

I am Michael R. Shapray, a criminal defence lawyer with a long record of success defending clients in a wide range of white collar crimes, including:

Fraud, from credit card fraud to securities fraud
Theft, including employee theft and identity theft
Forgery
Internet crime
Possession of counterfeit documents
Money laundering
Benefiting from the proceeds of a crime
Smuggling
Conspiracy
Breach of trust

In complex financial issues, it takes a sophisticated defence lawyer to analyze the evidence. I will follow the paper trail wherever it leads. In some cases, I will retain forensic accountants or other relevant professionals to assist me.

Don't Let Yourself Become a Scapegoat

In cases involving significant loss of funds or complex financial transactions, many people are looking for someone to blame. I understand the difference between an honest mistake and a criminal act. I will not allow my client to unjustifiably take the blame.

British Columbia White Collar Crime Law Firm: Fraud and Theft Defence

White collar crimes often involve long periods of investigation. Please do not speak to authorities without a lawyer present to represent you. Contact me by email or call 604-725-4300 to arrange a free and confidential consultation about your case.

I maintain offices in Vancouver and Surrey, British Columbia, for your convenience.

Theft and Fraud CASE

Mr. Shapray was retained by Client who was under investigation by police for fraud involving allegation that client had overbilled insurance company for services that were not provided. Mr. Shapray entered into negotiations directly with the insurance company resulting in settlement which led to police deciding not to lay charges.

OUTCOME: charges DROPPED- CASE CLOSED

Drug Charges CASE

Client charged with trafficking in cocaine in relation to a dial-a-dope operation. Mr. Shapray was retained shortly after charges and managed a rehabilitation program for client for 2 years prior to entering plea and conducting sentencing hearing. Crown prosecutor seeking 6 month jail sentence.

OUTCOME: SUSPENDED SENTENCE resulting in NO JAIL TIME

Impaired Driving CASE

Client charged with DUI in relation to an incident that also had medical issues arising for client during police investigation. Issues with the nature and legality of the police investigation was raised by Mr. Shapray prior to trial date.

OUTCOME: charges DROPPED, NO CRIMINAL RECORD and NO DRIVING PROHIBITION.

DOMESTIC ASSAULT CASE

Domestic assault charges dropped after Mr. Shapray had prolonged negotiations with Crown prosecutor and set up and managed an extensive treatment and counselling program for client who had alcohol and anger issues.

OUTCOME: charges dropped, no criminal record

Motor Vehicle Act Charges

Client initially charged with serious criminal charges arising out of incident at party. Mr. Shapray retained early in the investigation to provide strategic advice which led to criminal charges NOT being approved. Serious Motor Vehicle Act charges laid after a number of months.

OUTCOME: charges DROPPED and DISMISSED

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Vancouver Fraud and Theft Defence Lawyer

Don't Let Yourself Become a Scapegoat

British Columbia White Collar Crime Law Firm: Fraud and Theft Defence

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Theft and Fraud CASE

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Impaired Driving CASE

DOMESTIC ASSAULT CASE

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