Strategic Investigator
A former FBI Supervisory Special Agent, Mr. Gonzales spent nearly three decades with the Bureau in leadership roles across counterterrorism, organized crime, and financial crimes. Recognized nationally and internationally for his work in complex federal investigations, crisis management, and undercover operations, he also served as an instructor at the FBI Academy. He now provides strategic consulting and investigative support in federal criminal defense and white-collar investigations.
Biography
Mr. Gonzales brings nearly thirty years of federal law enforcement leadership to the firm’s clients. During his career with the FBI, he supervised complex investigations spanning counterterrorism, organized crime, and financial crimes, and he became known nationally and internationally for his work in crisis management and undercover operations. He also served as an instructor at the FBI Academy, training federal agents in the methods behind major investigations.
At Keith & Lorfing, Mr. Gonzales provides strategic consulting and investigative support on federal criminal defense and white-collar matters, helping the firm’s trial teams anticipate the government’s approach and build a thorough, well-documented defense.
Representative Results
Successfully defended a client facing federal criminal prosecution. Through aggressive advocacy and strategic legal maneuvering, the defense secured a complete dismissal of all federal charges prior to trial. United States v. Glisson (1:20-CR-069-H)
Client had served 15 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. The federal government sought to re-incarcerate him for refusing to admit guilt during mandated therapy. We fought back and secured his freedom. United States v. Hagan (1:08-CR-0058-H)
Client, an elected official, was charged in connection with public corruption allegations and maintained actual innocence. We demonstrated to the government that the charges were not supported by the evidence. United States v. Martin (1:22-CR-071-H)
Confidential Consultation
Early strategic intervention can significantly impact the course of a federal investigation. Contact our investigations team for a confidential consultation.