Facing a qui tam or False Claims Act case in Poway? Former federal prosecutor John D. Kirby defends companies and individuals in whistleblower-initiated federal cases.
1100 Union Street, San Diego, CA 92101
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Federal trafficking, conspiracy, manufacturing, possession with intent to distribute
Organized crime, conspiracy charges, enterprise corruption, multi-defendant cases
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IRS criminal investigations, failure to file, tax fraud, offshore account disclosures
2255 motions, direct appeals to the Ninth Circuit, post-conviction relief
Your case will be heard at the San Diego Superior Court — Central Division, located at 1100 Union Street, San Diego, CA 92101, which is the courthouse serving Poway residents. Because Qui Tam cases often involve complex federal and state laws, your defense attorney will need to be familiar with this specific court’s procedures and local rules.
First, retain a defense attorney experienced in Qui Tam litigation, as these cases often proceed under seal at the San Diego Superior Court — Central Division. Your lawyer will need to review the complaint quickly, since the government may intervene, and failing to respond timely can result in default judgment against you.
Yes, settlements are common in Qui Tam cases, and your attorney can engage in pre-trial negotiations with both the relator’s counsel and the government, often through the San Diego Superior Court — Central Division’s alternative dispute resolution programs. However, because the government may seek treble damages and penalties, any settlement must be approved by the court to ensure it is fair and in the public interest.
The San Diego Superior Court — Central Division operates under its own local rules, its own judges, and its own assigned federal prosecutors. An attorney who regularly practices in this courthouse understands how specific judges handle suppression motions, what the assigned AUSA typically offers in plea negotiations, and what sentencing outcomes are realistic for cases from the Poway area. Do not hire a general practitioner who will be learning the federal system at your expense — your freedom deserves experienced representation that knows this courthouse.
For full practice area coverage — white collar crime, drug crimes, RICO, money laundering, tax evasion, healthcare fraud, PPP fraud, and federal appeals:
Kirby Law — Full Federal Criminal Defense PracticeFormer federal prosecutor John D. Kirby — 25+ years federal trial experience. Confidential consultation available.
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