Defending International Clients in U.S. Courts

The United States federal criminal system increasingly reaches across borders. Foreign nationals are prosecuted for conduct that occurred entirely outside the U.S. — through long-arm jurisdiction in drug conspiracy cases, money laundering prosecutions, FCPA violations, and sanctions breaches. For international clients, navigating the U.S. federal system without experienced, bilingual counsel can be catastrophic.

George J. Vila is fluent in English and Spanish, and has represented individuals from more than 20 countries in U.S. federal courts. He understands the unique pressures facing foreign nationals — including immigration consequences, family separation, and cultural barriers — and tailors his representation accordingly.

Countries We Have Represented Clients From

• Venezuela, Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, Argentina, Brazil
• Panama, Costa Rica, Honduras, Guatemala, and Central America
• Spain, Italy, France, and Western Europe
• Israel and the Middle East
• Multiple African countries
• Caribbean nations including Cuba, Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico

International Defense Services

• Extradition defense — fighting surrender from foreign countries
• Post-extradition defense in U.S. federal courts
• FCPA and OFAC violations by non-U.S. persons
• Drug conspiracy cases with international dimensions
• Money laundering from foreign financial transactions
• Immigration consequences of criminal charges