Brandi Young
Partner · Former federal prosecutor
Brandi defends individuals and businesses facing criminal allegations and government investigations. More than two decades in state and federal prosecution inform the direct advice and courtroom preparation she brings to each matter.
Experience from
investigation to trial.
Before joining Keith & Lorfing, Brandi served as a Supervisory Assistant United States Attorney in the Western District of Texas. Over more than 15 years in federal prosecution, she investigated cases, supervised other prosecutors, and appeared in court on a broad range of criminal matters.
Her earlier work as an Assistant County Attorney and Assistant District Attorney added nearly six years of state prosecution experience. Across those state and federal roles, she handled thousands of criminal matters and tried more than 100 jury trials.
A broad view of a federal case.
Investigations
Brandi’s prosecution work involved financial records, witness testimony, and evidence developed with agencies including the FBI, DEA, DHS, and IRS. She brings that familiarity with the investigative process to her defense practice.
Parallel proceedings
Her background includes investigations involving the SEC, EPA, and the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division. She has experience with matters that involve more than one agency or area of enforcement.
Courtroom advocacy
Brandi’s trial work has covered white-collar allegations, narcotics, firearms, public corruption, and violent crime. She has also briefed and argued cases before Texas appellate courts.
Brandi Young on Fox News.
Watch Brandi’s interview discussing the new torture charges against Nicolás Maduro. The video begins at 1:05.
Straight answers.
Careful preparation.
Brandi’s approach begins with a candid assessment. She discusses the strengths and weaknesses of a case, including the facts a client may find difficult to hear. That conversation helps establish realistic expectations and priorities.
Her practice includes criminal defense, government investigations, and internal corporate investigations. She represents individuals as well as businesses, including large corporations, and brings experience advising on compliance and organizational risk.
Education.
Texas Tech University School of Law
Juris Doctor. President’s Scholar, student senator, and participant in mock trial and moot court.
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts. Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society.
Court & bar admissions.
- Texas
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
Begin with
a conversation.
If you have been contacted by investigators or are facing charges, tell us what has happened and what deadlines are approaching. Our team can discuss your situation and the next step.