In this episode, we explore the fascinating history of some of Orange County’s most high-profile white collar criminal cases. OCBA Board Member/Stradling Attorney Sean Thomas Lobb and former Federal Prosecutor/Stradling Partner Jason de Bretteville interview former Federal Prosecutor/Manatt Partner Ken Julian and former Federal Prosecutor/Founder of the National Advocacy Institute Brett Sagel as they take us behind the scenes of the investigations and prosecutions that captured national attention. 

From the Sheriff Mike Carona aka “America’s Sheriff” corruption case to the Doug DeCinces/James Mazzo insider trading case and the Michael Avenatti fraud prosecution, our guests share firsthand insights into the people, investigations, strategies, and courtroom battles that shaped these landmark cases. Tune in for an insider’s look at the evolution of white collar criminal prosecution in Orange County—and the stories behind some of the cases that made headlines far beyond the OC.