In this episode, we sit down with Michael J. Wynne, a partner at Gregor Wynne Arney, PLLC, who focuses on federal white-collar criminal defense, government and corporate investigations, and election law. A former federal prosecutor and a Texan by choice, Michael brings a unique perspective shaped by years on both sides of the courtroom.

What makes his perspective so unique? Hit play to see for yourself…

This conversation explores:

How a bribe is defined according to U.S. law.
What happens when someone is falsely accused of a white-collar crime.
Legal cases that are on the rise in 2025.

Michael served as an Assistant United States Attorney for twelve years, including time on the U.S./Mexico border. He focuses on public corruption, election law, financial crimes, health care fraud, and representing foreign nationals in U.S. litigation. He also partners with larger firms on select cases.

Michael is active in the legal and civic communities, serving as a Director of the State Bar of Texas, President-Elect of the Downtown Houston Rotary Club, and a member of several professional organizations, including NACDL, TCDL, the Federal Bar Association, and the American Bar Association's Criminal Justice Section.

You can follow along with Michael and his work on X @MichaelWynneLaw or contact him directly via email at mwynne@gwafirm.com.

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