Collaboration With Diane Bass Leads To Shorter Prison Terms
Release Date: 04/29/2024
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In this podcast, I describe my first seven days in the halfway house following my release from federal prison. This video will help you prepare for the halfway house, which requires you to prepare properly in federal prison. Key points covered include: The importance of doing your own thing and staying focused Avoiding gossip and haters in federal prison. Sharing your progress and work with stakeholders Understanding why you cannot waste a moment in prison These insights will be invaluable for you as you prepare for your release. Thank you, Justin
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Our team at White Collar Advice is proud to collaborate with some of the best legal minds in America. Today, I have the privilege of interviewing one of them, my good friend, Diane Bass. In this video, Diane discusses a particularly challenging case where, despite her client’s conviction at trial, her planned mitigation strategies led to an extraordinary court outcome. Her client, who had been taken into custody post-trial, received a sentence of time served and was able to go home that night—an outcome that seldom occurs. Diane discusses her defense tactics, emphasizing the importance of...
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Collaboration With Diane Bass Leads To Shorter Prison Terms
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Achieving the best outcome in federal court requires dedicated work over a prolonged period. It necessitates not only having an excellent lawyer but also working effectively with them—being open and transparent at every step. In this short blog, I wish to share about a particularly special relationship with s, a friend and one of the best lawyers I've had the pleasure to work with. Located in Orange County, Diane handles cases throughout California. Whenever I need assistance outside of the state, she's my first call for a reliable referral. Diane is a remarkable attorney because of...
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CNN Exclusive: Justin Paperny Analyzes Sam Bankman-Fried's 25-Year Prison Term
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I was saddened to hear Sam Bankman-Fried say his useful life is over. Many individuals facing prison share that sentiment, and I certainly did during my own experience. Navigating through such challenging times requires learning from those who have not only faced but also found success in similar circumstances. Fortunately, I found invaluable guidance from my mentor, Michael Santos, while incarcerated. I literally sat next to him for 10-12 hours a day in that prison quiet room to learn and grow. When individuals tell me, "I cannot do it, Justin. Come on, man. The FEDS want (insert sentence...
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What's Next for Peter Navarro at Miami Federal Prison Camp?
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Transcript from CNN Interview We're joined now by Prison Consultant and the founder of White Collar Advice, Justin Paperny. Justin, thanks so much for sharing part of your afternoon with us. What would you be telling Peter Navarro now as he begins his first day of incarceration? I would tell him this four months can feel like 40 years. If he complains all day and finds people who will tell him exactly what he wants to hear, that it wasn't his fault or he can adjust properly. Don't complain about the length of his sentence, which can be off-putting to people who have been in prison for a...
info_outlineAchieving the best outcome in federal court requires dedicated work over a prolonged period. It necessitates not only having an excellent lawyer but also working effectively with them—being open and transparent at every step.
In this short blog, I wish to share about a particularly special relationship with Diane Bass, a friend and one of the best lawyers I've had the pleasure to work with. Located in Orange County, Diane handles cases throughout California. Whenever I need assistance outside of the state, she's my first call for a reliable referral.
Diane is a remarkable attorney because of her genuine care for her clients. She actively listens, personally invests in understanding their situations, and encourages them from day one to introspect and think deeply about how they got involved in a government investigation. This introspection is vital—it allows Diane to advocate passionately and precisely, ensuring she's equipped with all the necessary information to negotiate and support her clients effectively. (I am filming a live YouTube video this week highlighting the consequences of a defendant who failed to work openly with their lawyer.)
I first met Diane in 2014 when my business partner, Michael Santos, introduced us. Her appreciation for our team's expertise and her receptiveness to new ideas impressed me. Unlike some lawyers who are resistant to outside ideas, Diane puts her ego aside and embraces ideas that can help her client get the shortest federal prison sentence possible!
Some lawyers remain rigid in their approaches, which can undermine their client's interests.
For instance, a Midwest lawyer I recently spoke with refused to provide a personal narrative to a probation officer, despite the benefits our team has heard directly from Federal Judges.
Diane, however, embraces such strategies, presuming her client delivers the right message. This openness has led to significant victories, such as a recent case where a client faced a suggested 87 months but received only 46. Furthermore, I've recently done a YouTube video with Diane (posting soon!) featuring a client of hers convicted at trial.
The mitigation led to the judge in Riverside sentencing him to time served, whereas the government had sought 57 months. Diane's collaborative spirit, her willingness to consult with experts, and her profound commitment to her work are why she achieves such outcomes. It is not by accident!!
I am proud to endorse and support Diane's work.
Our team has referred numerous clients to her, and she has consistently performed exceptionally, helping individuals navigate a new, foreign world.
If you are looking for a lawyer in Orange County, look no further than Diane Bass. Her compassion and dedication are unmatched.
Best,
Justin Paperny