The federal justice process doesn’t end at sentencing — and neither does our support.
At Big Bow Solutions, we provide comprehensive federal prison consulting services that help clients, attorneys, and families navigate every stage of the process with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
From sentencing mitigation and incarceration preparation to reentry planning and clemency applications, we bring lived experience and professional expertise together to deliver guidance that is both strategic and human.
Our consulting services are ideal for attorneys seeking informed support for their clients, as well as individuals and families preparing for or transitioning from federal incarceration.
Where Precision Meets Purpose
Federal Prison Consulting Solutions
We are proud to collaborate with The Sam Mangel Federal Prison Consulting Group, a national leader in federal prison consulting specializing in sentencing mitigation, post-sentencing support, and clemency applications.
Our partnership combines decades of experience, professional expertise, and personal insight to guide clients with honesty, precision, and compassion. Together, we provide clients with a high-touch and deeply personal experience — one that bridges preparation, advocacy, and rehabilitation with compassion and credibility.
Our shared philosophy is simple: Preparation creates peace of mind.
Whether helping clients understand facility designations, draft mitigation materials, or rebuild their professional lives post-release, this partnership ensures every client receives guidance rooted in both knowledge and humanity.
Our partnership combines decades of experience, professional expertise, and personal insight to guide clients with honesty, precision, and compassion. Together, we provide clients with a high-touch and deeply personal experience — one that bridges preparation, advocacy, and rehabilitation with compassion and credibility.
Our shared philosophy is simple: Preparation creates peace of mind.
Whether helping clients understand facility designations, draft mitigation materials, or rebuild their professional lives post-release, this partnership ensures every client receives guidance rooted in both knowledge and humanity.
In Partnership with The Sam Mangel Federal Prison Consulting Group
Federal prison consulting is more than strategy — it’s advocacy through lived understanding.
At Big Bow Solutions, we work alongside defendants, families, and attorneys to create personalized plans for preparation, advocacy, and reentry. Our consulting approach combines lived insight with professional precision to help clients feel informed, empowered, and ready for what comes next.
From developing mitigation materials to coordinating reentry resources, every service is delivered with intention — designed to restore structure where uncertainty once stood.
At Big Bow Solutions, we work alongside defendants, families, and attorneys to create personalized plans for preparation, advocacy, and reentry. Our consulting approach combines lived insight with professional precision to help clients feel informed, empowered, and ready for what comes next.
From developing mitigation materials to coordinating reentry resources, every service is delivered with intention — designed to restore structure where uncertainty once stood.
FPC Packages
The Big Bow Solution:
Facing federal sentencing or incarceration can leave clients and their families feeling unprepared and uncertain. Attorneys can only do so much within the legal scope — leaving critical gaps in support, information, and planning.
You or your clients might be:
You don’t have to navigate it alone. With experience on both sides of the system, we help demystify the process and guide every step with empathy and discretion.
You or your clients might be:
- Approaching sentencing without a clear understanding of what lies ahead.
- Unsure how to prepare emotionally, logistically, and financially for incarceration.
- Needing to develop a mitigation or character letter package before sentencing.
- Seeking guidance on prison designations, security levels, or RDAP eligibility.
- Want clarity on how you’ll benefit from the First Step and Second Chance Acts.
- Not knowing how forfeiture and restitution will impact your family and future.
- Looking for reentry resources, job readiness tools, or community reintegration support.
When the Unknown Feels Overwhelming
Because even in the most difficult circumstances, there’s a way to move forward — with dignity, direction, and purpose.
From documentation to advocacy, every service is delivered with precision and purpose.
Excellence in Execution
Seamless coordination with attorneys, consultants, and families to ensure a unified, strategic approach.
Collaborative partnership
Firsthand understanding of the federal system brings unmatched perspective and compassion to every case.
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Every detail is handled with confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.
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The Big Bow Approach
- Expert Strategy: Personalized guidance to ensure your application aligns with current Office of the Pardon Attorney (OPA) procedures and White House review priorities, maximizing the likelihood of consideration.
- Character Letters: Curated collection of compelling personal and professional references.
- Clemency Application & Cover Letter Preparation: Complete drafting, documentation, and formatting for official submission.
- Electronic Submission & Hand Delivery to the White House: Ensuring your application receives timely and professional delivery.
Includes:
Comprehensive preparation for clemency and pardon requests, crafted with precision and discretion.
clemency application package
- Habeas Corpus Petitions
- Compassionate Release Motions
- 2255 Ineffective Assistance of Counsel Motions
- Designation Requests and Transfers
- Earned Time Credit Review (First Step Act and Related Credits)
- Advocacy for Halfway House or Home Confinement Placement
Includes:
Dedicated advocacy to protect your rights, secure fair consideration, and promote early release opportunities.
Post-Sentence Services Package
- Character Letters: Strategic drafting support to communicate authenticity and impact.
- Pre-sentence Interview Preparation: Guidance to navigate one of the most critical steps with clarity and confidence.
- Personal Narrative Development: Assistance crafting your story with honesty and purpose.
- Allocution Statement Preparation: Coaching and editing to ensure your voice is powerful and genuine in court.
- Medical Needs Evaluation Support: Coordination and documentation for health-related considerations.
- Psychological Needs Evaluation Support: Assessment assistance to ensure appropriate mental health documentation.
- Drug & Alcohol Dependence Evaluation Support: Guidance and referrals for validated evaluations and treatment alignment.
Includes:
Comprehensive preparation for sentencing, ensuring every detail reflects progress, accountability, and rehabilitation.
Pre-Sentence Services Package
Packages for Federal Criminal Cases
- Eligibility assessment and tailored clemency or pardon strategy.
- Drafting and compilation of all legal documents and supporting materials.
- Collaboration on compelling character letters demonstrating rehabilitation and community impact.
- Guidance from start to submission with complete transparency and ongoing communication.
Strategic advocacy and documentation for executive relief.
Pardon & Clemency assistance
- Transitional support for communication, housing, education, and employment.
- Coaching for effective family and community reintegration.
- Access to reentry planning resources and partnerships to ensure a stable transition.
Holistic guidance for successful reintegration into society.
Reentry & Post-Incarceration Support
- Strategic navigation of the First Step Act to maximize time credits and program participation.
- Guidance on eligibility and benefits under the Second Chance Act, including halfway house and home confinement placement.
- Ongoing support to ensure compliance and continued progress toward early release.
Unlocking opportunities for earned time credits and early reentry.
First Step Act & Second Chance Act Guidance
- Eligibility review and documentation assistance for RDAP admission.
- Identification of facilities offering the program and tailored placement recommendations.
- Coordination with legal teams to ensure timely entry into the first available RDAP class.
Strategic assistance with the Residential Drug Abuse Program.
RDAP Qualification & Placement
- Guidance on Bureau of Prisons designation and facility placement.
- Pre-surrender counseling and logistical planning for clients and families.
- Support in understanding daily life, communication systems, and available resources.
Ensuring you and your family are prepared for every detail before reporting.
Pre-Surrender & Designation Assistance
- Full PSI review and interview preparation.
- Guidance on how to present your background, accomplishments, and rehabilitation efforts accurately and strategically.
- Assistance ensuring your PSI report reflects key details that impact program eligibility and staff perception.
Comprehensive preparation for one of the most pivotal steps in the process.
Pre-Sentence Investigation (PSI) Support
- Assistance with mitigation packages and character letters.
- Preparation and review of personal statements and supporting documentation.
- Family education and coordination to ensure consistent, informed advocacy throughout the process.
Building the foundation for the most favorable sentencing outcome.
Mitigation & Sentencing Preparation
- Clear guidance from target to sentencing, surrender, and release.
- Collaboration with your attorney to align case strategy and client preparation.
- Personalized education to help you and your family understand the federal process and expectations.
Comprehensive education and support through every stage of the judicial process.
Judicial Guidance & Case Preparation
Each engagement delivers tailored guidance and documentation to support clients and their legal teams through every phase of the federal process.