The Cast Law Firm

The Cast Law Firm is a Tampa-based practice led by Rebecca Castaneda, a former U.S. Coast Guard JAG officer, federal prosecutor, and Special Operations attorney. We represent clients in high-stakes federal, international, and investigative matters, including whistleblower disclosures, criminal defense, and asset forfeiture.

Our work focuses on complex situations involving government scrutiny, legal exposure, and sensitive information—where early strategy and discretion are critical.

We have experience advising clients in sensitive government and cross-border matters requiring careful judgment and controlled disclosure.

Why clients choose us

  • Special operations and national security experience: background advising in high-risk operational environments, providing insight into complex investigations and sensitive government processes.

  • Federal investigation experience: former federal prosecutor with insight into how cases are built and pursued.

  • Multi-agency investigative insight: background in military and federal investigative systems, including complex, multi-agency matters.

  • Trial‑ready: decades in federal court; complex cases prepared from day one for litigation.

  • Global perspective: ICC‑listed counsel; experience with INTERPOL, MLATs, and cross‑border disputes.

  • Reputation: referrals from past clients and law firms nationwide and abroad.

Primary Focus: Federal, Whistleblower & Cross-Border Matters

We represent clients in complex matters involving federal investigations, confidential disclosures, and cross-border issues. These situations often involve significant legal exposure, financial risk, and strategic decision-making from the outset.

We handle:

  • Whistleblower and qui tam matters (False Claims Act)

  • Confidential informant and cooperation strategy

  • Federal criminal investigations and defense

  • Asset seizure and forfeiture matters

  • Sanctions violations and cross-border issues

  • Sensitive government and national security-adjacent matters

What Matters Most:

  • Early strategic decisions that affect exposure and outcome

  • Managing interactions with federal investigators and agencies

  • Protecting confidentiality and minimizing unnecessary disclosure

  • Positioning for cooperation, defense, or potential financial recovery

Federal Defense & International Matters

Our firm represents clients in high‑stakes federal cases and international extradition:

  • Federal criminal defense (investigations to trial)

  • Asset seizure & forfeiture

  • International extradition, INTERPOL notices, MLATs

  • International business & compliance

As a former federal prosecutor in the Middle District of Florida, Attorney Castaneda prosecuted $2.3B in international drug-trafficking and money-laundering matters—experience that now protects our clients.

Client Experience

  • Clear communication: Direct access to your legal team and regular status updates.

  • Evidence-first strategy: Chain of custody and subpoena review; rapid expert engagement.

  • Compassion + candor: Honest assessments and tailored action plans.