American Bar Association · Professional Education
Federal Sentencing Reduction: Engineering Drastic Downward Variances in White-Collar Matters
Joseph De Gregorio, Founder and President of Sentencing Advocacy Group, joins Nicholas Kaizer as a scheduled panelist for this upcoming American Bar Association webinar.
October 19, 2026 · 3:00–4:00 p.m. EDT
60-minute online webinar · Hosted through the ABA Learning Center
Panelists: Joseph De Gregorio and Nicholas Kaizer
Sponsor: American Bar Association
Federal sentencing preparation as a documented process
The period before sentencing offers an opportunity to develop a clearer record of accountability, rehabilitation, and concrete corrective action. This program examines a structured approach to that preparation in federal white-collar matters.
The ABA course description introduces the Compliance Rebuild Framework and connects presentencing preparation with the decisions that follow sentencing. The discussion brings together Joseph’s preparation methodology and the perspective of fellow panelist Nicholas Kaizer.
Subjects covered in the program
- A systematic approach to preparation before federal sentencing.
- The difference between assertions of change and a documented mitigation record.
- Preparation for the presentence investigation interview and the importance of accurate supporting information.
- Communicating accountability and rehabilitation in materials evaluated by decision-makers.
- The relationship between sentencing preparation and subsequent Bureau of Prisons planning.
Related published analysis
The program connects with Joseph’s work in ABA Criminal Justice Magazine, Summer 2026. Explore the publication and SAG’s practical companion on building a documented mitigation record.
American Bar Association publications and appearances →
Registration and continuing legal education
Registration is handled by the ABA Learning Center. The listing identifies the program as free to ABA members. Consult the official listing for current pricing, registration terms, and availability.
The ABA states that it will seek 1.00 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states and 1.20 in 50-minute states. Credit is subject to each state’s approval and credit-rounding rules; the ABA listing is the source for current CLE information.
Seeking help with an active federal matter?
Explore SAG’s federal sentencing mitigation and preparation services, or request a private conversation about your stage, preparation needs, and scope of work.
Sentencing Advocacy Group is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or representation. Educational participation does not guarantee a sentencing outcome.