Asset Forfeiture Defense Attorney | Sebastian Rucci
Asset Forfeiture Defense and Property Recovery: Fighting Federal Seizures Nationwide
No attorney’s fees or costs unless we recover your property

Forfeiture attorney Sebastian Rucci often handles asset forfeiture and seizure cases on a contingency fee basis. In those cases, you pay no attorney’s fees unless your property is returned or the case settles, and the firm advances litigation costs and does not seek reimbursement if there is no recovery. Fee arrangements depend on the case and are set out in a written agreement.
Forfeiture attorney Sebastian Rucci is approved to practice law in 23 different courts, including all of the state and federal courts in California, all twelve federal courts of appeal, the U.S. Supreme Court, and federal district courts in California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Michigan. See all 23 Bar Certificates.
Navigating the complex field of forfeiture law, Sebastian Rucci is a highly skilled attorney known for his expertise in asset forfeiture cases and property recovery. For individuals facing asset seizures, Sebastian’s approach combines deep legal knowledge, strategic precision, and a steadfast commitment to protecting clients’ rights and interests.
With each forfeiture case, Sebastian conducts a detailed examination of the circumstances surrounding asset seizure. He rigorously reviews the legality and procedure involved, ensuring no aspect is overlooked. His experience with the evolving nuances of forfeiture law allows him to adapt his defense strategies to each case’s specific needs, addressing both civil and criminal forfeiture actions with a custom-tailored approach.
Clients seek out Sebastian Rucci for asset forfeiture and property recovery due to his successful track record of challenging government actions and securing positive outcomes. Known for identifying weaknesses in the opposing side’s case, Sebastian constructs compelling defenses that often result in the successful retrieval of seized assets. His ability to navigate these legal challenges has established him as a formidable advocate in the field of forfeiture law.
Beyond his legal acumen, Sebastian Rucci is respected for his compassionate approach. He understands the personal and financial toll of asset forfeiture and offers clients not only strategic representation but also the reassurance they need in difficult times. This client-centered dedication has made Sebastian Rucci a trusted authority in asset forfeiture and property recovery, backed by years of successful advocacy.

Forfeiture attorney Sebastian Rucci has practiced law since 1995 and focuses his practice on seizures and asset forfeitures. He also serves as co-counsel with other attorneys on civil asset forfeiture cases.
Forfeiture attorney Sebastian Rucci will challenge federal asset forfeiture cases throughout the United States. He can file a verified claim for the seized assets, an answer challenging the allegations in the verified forfeiture complaint, seek an adversarial preliminary hearing if one was denied, and challenge the seizure by filing a motion to suppress and dismiss on multiple procedural grounds demanding the immediate return of the seized assets.
Forfeiture attorney Sebastian Rucci is available as co-counsel, working with other counsel, where he focuses on challenging the asset forfeiture and seizure aspect of the case throughout the United States. Forfeiture attorney Sebastian Rucci often takes civil asset forfeiture cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that you pay nothing until the money, or other asset is returned. Let experienced forfeiture attorney Sebastian Rucci put his experience with federal seizures and forfeiture actions to work for you, call attorney Sebastian Rucci at (562) 901-0199.
Forfeiture Video Library
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Civil Forfeiture Explained by John Oliver on HBOAlexandra Jordan
You Say Robbery, Cops Say Civil Asset ForfeitureThe Young Turks
Will DOJ’s Civil Forfeiture Reform Mean More Accountability?PBS NewsHour
Why Rhode Island Needs Civil Asset Forfeiture ReformThe Rhode Island Center for Freedom & Prosperity
Why It’s Impossible to Win a Forfeiture Case (Steve Lehto)Steve Lehto
When Innocence Does Not Help: How to Communicate about Civil Asset ForfeitureRightOnCrime
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