About Michelle
Michelle Nasser: White-Collar Criminal Defense and Internal Investigations Attorney in Chicago
Michelle Nasser is a distinguished attorney with extensive experience as both an assistant U.S. attorney and a white-collar criminal defense lawyer. Having served for over thirteen years in the Major Case, Financial Crimes, General Crimes, and Violent Crimes sections of the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Chicago, Michelle has built a formidable reputation through her high-level investigations and successful trial advocacy.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Education & Credentials
- Firm: Dowd Bennett LLP, Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2019, City: St. Louis, State: Missouri, Country: United States
Practice Experience
Michelle has conducted internal investigations for healthcare companies regarding potential violations of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and represented a company in USDA accounting investigations. She also handled numerous contested hearings involving constitutional, statutory, evidentiary, and sentencing issues. Michelle’s experience includes leading investigations and achieving convictions in various high-profile cases.
Notable Cases
- U.S. v. Leija-Sanchez, et al: Led the investigation to achieve multiple convictions after a six-week jury trial as first chair for an international document fraud, money laundering, and racketeering case.
- U.S. v. Piros: Achieved conviction in an embezzlement case involving a vice president of St. Xavier University.
- U.S. v. Koll: Obtained a conviction after a stipulated bench trial for bribery.
- U.S. v. Rago: Won a conviction in a tax fraud case through jury trial as first chair.
- U.S. v. Knox: Secured convictions in visa fraud cases involving members of terrorist groups.
- U.S. v. Christ, et al: Won multiple convictions as first chair in a bribery case against a Foreign Service Officer.
- U.S. v. Copeland: Achieved conviction after jury trial for bank fraud.
- U.S. v. Butman, et al: Won multiple convictions through jury trials in various cases.
Awards & Recognitions
- In Best Attorney USA since 2019
Professional Affiliations
Michelle has affiliations with various professional organizations, including:
Languages
Michelle is fluent in English and proficient in Spanish, making her a valuable resource for clients who prefer or require communication in their native language.
Professional Philosophy
Mirroring the ethical standards of her profession, Michelle believes that every client deserves personalized attention and zealous representation. Her commitment to excellence is unwavering, ensuring that she provides each case with the meticulous care it requires.
