White Collar Criminal Mitigation: 2015 Update

This course examines criminal mitigation in the instance of white-collar and middle-class defendants. Here, attorneys who may represent white collar criminal defendants gain an understanding of both the purpose and scope of mitigation. Additionally, viewers are introduced to several methods by which outside, complementary resources can be used to supplement a representation. Attorney Mark Silver also addresses how to avoid other common issues, such as mental health issues and challenges regarding prejudices by the prosecution. 

Learning Objectives:

I.     Understand the purpose and scope of criminal mitigation for a white collar defendant

II.    Address the varying mental health issues that arise in a white-collar case 

III.   Identify and address key prejudices and assumptions made by the prosecution 

IV.   Recognize the mitigation distinctions between different types of criminal defendants