Jayne Law Group is proud to announce that founding attorney Julia Jayne has once again been recognized by Chambers and Partners in its 2026 rankings as one of California's leading attorneys in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations. This marks the fourth...
Many criminal cases begin before any arrest or formal charges are filed. In fact, some of the most serious matters involve long periods of investigation before anything is made public. People often search: Am I being investigated if no one has contacted me? Do I need...
White collar investigations often begin in ways that are not immediately obvious. Unlike an arrest, they can develop quietly over time through document requests, interviews, or third-party inquiries. Some people first become concerned after receiving a subpoena, being...
Questions about digital privacy come up frequently, especially when someone is dealing with law enforcement or a potential investigation. Many people want to know whether police can search a phone, computer, or email account, and whether they are required to provide...
If you received a subpoena or believe you may be under investigation, you may be asking: What does a subpoena mean? Am I being charged with a crime? Do I have to respond right away? A subpoena is a legal request for documents, testimony, or both. It does not always...
Many criminal cases don’t start with an arrest. They start with a situation that feels uncertain: a dispute at work a financial or business issue an argument or incident that got out of hand someone threatening to “report” something If you’re asking: Could I be...
If the police called you, left a card, or asked to speak with you, you may be wondering: Do I have to call them back? Am I in trouble? What happens if I ignore them? In California, you generally do not have to speak to police or answer questions without a lawyer...
Jayne Law Group is pleased to announce that it has been recognized in the 2026 Chambers USA Spotlight Guide for White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations in the California Bay Area. The Chambers Spotlight Guide identifies leading boutique and mid-sized law...
What the “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Federal White Collar Enforcement When President Trump signed the “Big Beautiful Bill” into law in July 2025, most headlines focused on its sweeping tax changes and massive new federal spending. But for attorneys, executives,...
Jayne Law Group is proud to announce that Julia Jayne has been chosen as a Northern California Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense for the 14th consecutive year.