The largest Acquittal in Detroit in the “Last 10 years” - Detroit Free Press
Ron fights tirelessly for his clients which brings him results. In June of 2022, Ron handed the United States Attorneys office, what the Detroit Free Press would later call, “one of the biggest losses for the United States Attorneys Office in the last 10 years”. The case was that of Dr. Rajendra Bothra and his fellow physicians who were charged in a nearly $500 million healthcare fraud scheme. After years of litigation and over a month of trial they were acquitted on all counts.
Less than 6 months later he secured an acquittal against the same office in the 38 count indictment of another pain management physician, Lesly Pompy.
Respected Legal Analyst
Ronald W. Chapman II is more than just a high-profile attorney with an impressive list of acquittals to his name. His keen insights and in-depth knowledge have made him a sought-after resource for national television networks such as Fox News, BBC World, and Scripps News, where he frequently discusses developments in federal criminal cases.
Federal Criminal Defense Attorney Ronald W. Chapman II discusses the indictment of Former President Donald Trump on BBC News.
More Than a Decade of High-Profile Acquittals
With over 15 years of experience in the legal field, Chapman has carved out a niche for himself, particularly in the realm of white-collar criminal defense, healthcare fraud, and opioid prescribing prosecutions. His prominent track record of high-profile acquittals is a testament to his strategic approach to litigation and unparalleled courtroom prowess.
Two of Chapman's recent notable victories involve representing physicians charged in large healthcare fraud cases. In one instance, he achieved a full acquittal for a physician implicated in one of the largest healthcare fraud acquittals in the United States, valued at over $450 million. Another victory involved a complete acquittal on all counts for Dr. Lesly Pompy, an interventional pain physician charged with healthcare fraud, drug trafficking, and maintaining a drug-involved premises. Both acquittals were less than six months apart. These victories were more than just personal wins—they sent a powerful message to the Department of Justice about the need for judicious prosecution.
Chapman’s successes aren’t confined to simple or straightforward cases. His career is punctuated by victories in complex federal criminal defense cases including some of the largest healthcare fraud prosecutions in the U.S.. His distinct strategic approach to federal criminal cases and relentless passion for the courtroom have been critical in obtaining favorable outcomes for his clients in their darkest hours.
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Full acquittal in United States v. Bothra a complex healthcare fraud indictment. (Read More)
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Dismissal of two federal opioid death counts in United States v. Sachy. (Read More)
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Full acquittal in United States v. Pompy a Detroit drug indictment against an interventional anesthesiologist. (Read More)
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Full acquittal in People v. Joseph Oesterling, a mayo clinic trained physician charged with drug trafficking. (Read More)
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United States v. McCutchen, a Detroit physician was charged in a wide ranging Oxycodone drug conspiracy.
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In United States v. Aggarwal Ron secured a full acquittal of a physician accused of drug trafficking and healthcare fraud.
Former United States Marine Corps Prosecutor
Chapman’s noteworthy track record as a top Detroit federal criminal defense attorney is not simply the result of his vast knowledge of federal laws or his unrivaled trial abilities. Instead, it stems from his unwavering commitment to his clients and his passionate pursuit of justice on their behalf. As a former Marine Corps Prosecutor, he possesses a keen understanding of federal investigations, equipping him to dismantle prosecution narratives and build a robust defense for his clients.
While in the Marine Corps, Ron was deployed to Helmand Province Afghanistan and served as the top legal officer for a Marine Corps infantry battalion First Battalion Eighth Marines.
National Practice Including the Supreme Court
Ron does not limit his practice to Detroit, Michigan federal cases. Ron has represented clients in over 40 states and Federal Courts of Appeals including the Supreme Court. There he achieved a coveted vacated conviction on behalf of a physician charged with unlawful distribution.
