Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime Podcast Mob Lawyer Confessions | Goodfellas, Scams & More
Dec 24, 2025
Jeffrey D. Grant, a former high-profile attorney turned advocate, recounts his rollercoaster journey from law to prison and back. He shares gripping stories of past misdeeds, including fraud and addiction, revealing the inner workings of his descent. After hitting rock bottom, Jeff found redemption in rehab, confronting his bipolar disorder and launching a ministry to support justice-impacted individuals. He also discusses the challenges of navigating the legal system and his emotional reinstatement, all while offering practical advice for those facing federal investigations.
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Working For Real Goodfellas
- Jeffrey D. Grant clerked for a criminal defense attorney whose clients included real Goodfellas like Henry Hill.
- He managed Henry Hill's finances and became his daily gopher while learning the criminal-defense world up close.
Restaurant As A Networking Machine
- Grant used a restaurant he opened as a networking and marketing tool to land wealthy real estate clients.
- One dinner led to a chance meeting where he was offered a general counsel role after a long conversation with a local owner.
Detect Fraud By Profiling Files
- Reading client files early revealed patterns that signaled systemic fraud beyond individual mistakes.
- Grant advised creating a privileged 'war room' to copy and profile files ahead of an anticipated raid.