Jacob W. Wyland

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Jacob W. Wyland

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Mc Kees Rocks, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

5458 Steubenville Pike Ste D, Wyland Defense Llc, Mc Kees Rocks, PA

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About Jacob

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

20 years | 3,000 cases

45%
DUI and DWI 45%

20 years | 1,500 cases

45%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

20 years | 1,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2021 2020
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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 20 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Wyland Defense, LLC

5458 Steubenville Pike Ste D, Wyland Defense Llc, Mc Kees Rocks, PA, 15136-1419

wylandlawgroup.com/

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Jacob W. Wyland's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

132 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 18 of 18 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Christy | January 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Honest and Integrity

Atty. Wyland took on my case and was honest about everything from the beginning, he sat down with me and didn't treat me like I just his income. He cares and and is very thorough. He knows the law. He is my go to lawyer.

Posted by Leeanna | December 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A++++++++ Lawyer

He was so kind. He met me on a Saturday. He went through and explained everything step by step. My mother and boyfriend came with me and he glad answered their questions as well. He was so kind and knowledgeable throughout the whole process. He had my best inretest in mind through the process. He put... me and my family at ease. On the day of the hearing he met me before hand and went over one last time what was going to happen. I didn't want to go inside due to the other side of the case, so he let me stay outside and only brought me in at his side when it was time. I made zero contact with the other party thanks to Jacob. One of my charges was withdrawn before I even stept foot in front of the judge and the other was dismissed. This is all thanks to Jacob and his hard work. He still continues to take my phone calls and return them in a reasonable time. I recommend Jacob to anyone in need of a defense lawyer. I will definitely keep this guy on my side.

Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

.055 DUI Arrest, Anxiety Defense – No License Suspension

I hired Jacob Wyland after searching for DUI defense attorneys with strong reputations in my area. From the beginning, I felt he was the right choice, and overall, he proved to be knowledgeable, professional, and effective in many key areas of my case. He responded to my initial inquiry within a d...ay or two and took the time to understand my situation, which involved a DUI arrest with a BAC of .055 and a background of anxiety and prescribed medication. While he did listen and offer sound advice, there were a few moments where I felt like he overlooked or dismissed certain details I believed were important to my defense. That said, he explained my legal options clearly and made sure I understood what I was up against. Throughout the case, Jacob was responsive and easy to reach by phone or email. He kept me updated and was transparent about expectations and possible outcomes. He built my defense primarily around my diagnosed anxiety disorder and the effect it had on my behavior during the arrest. Due to how overwhelmed I was by the entire situation, I didn’t actively participate in strategy decisions—and frankly, I wasn’t in the right mental space to do so. He seemed to understand that and took the lead. The outcome was mixed but ultimately satisfactory in key areas. The DUI charge resulted in acceptance into the ARD program, which I could have received without hiring a lawyer—so I was disappointed that the charge wasn’t fully dismissed, especially considering my BAC was under the legal limit. However, Jacob delivered real results where it mattered most: He successfully fought to eliminate the 60-day license suspension typically associated with ARD. He also got the 1-year suspension dropped that stemmed from my refusal to submit to blood testing. This was based on misleading statements made by the arresting officer and my fragile state of mind due to panic and anxiety. Those wins were significant, and I was truly pleased with that part of his work. Jacob was professional, reassuring, and made me feel supported despite my stress and anxiety. I do wish he had fought harder to get the DUI charge entirely dropped from my record—it felt like that possibility was never fully pursued. Despite that, I would recommend Jacob Wyland to others. He knows the law, communicates well, and can deliver meaningful results when it comes to license protection and mitigating consequences. If he had pushed further to challenge the charge itself, I would have considered his performance perfect.

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Thomas Sporrer

Unknown lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Zuckerman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Jake Wyland is an intelligent and highly-motivated criminal defense lawyer who relies upon his former prosecutorial experience to achieve the best possible results for his clients. I strongly recommend Mr. Wyland to anyone seeking a criminal defense lawyer in Western Pennsylvania, as he is among the most gifted you will find."

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Robert Perkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jacob is an experienced and accomplished criminal defense attorney. He is also a true professional and provides excellent client service."

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Christine Nooning

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known and worked with Mr. Wyland for about 3 years. He's one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the area. He treats his clients with the utmost respect. He provides each client with an honest assessment of his or her situation and works diligently to get the best results. Also, he is very personable and works well with the judges and the assistant district attorneys in western Pennsylvania. I know that if I ever found myself in a situation of the criminal nature, I would definitely hire Mr. Wyland. He is trustworthy and I, without hesitation, would put my trust in him."

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Aaron Tomczak

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having worked on matters with/against Attorney Wyland I can say he is a true professional and extremely well versed in criminal defense."

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Christopher Carusone

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Other

"I have known Mr. Wyland for his entire career. He is an outstanding advocate who is well respected by judges, prosecutors, and fellow defense attorneys. Equally important, he truly cares about helping his clients."

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Herbert Corky Goldstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I am very pleased to endorse JAKE WYLAND. I knew him well when he was practicing in Harrisburg, Dauphin County,Pa. as a Deputy District Attorney. I am a Criminal Defense Lawyer. Jake is very passionate about his work, and I am confident that anyone who hires him will be very well-represented. His personal and professional ethics are as high as you can get.. His clients are very important to him."

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Michael Worgul

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jake is a great lawyer. If we have a conflict, he is one of the first attorneys that I think of."

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Owen Seman

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jake has my respect as a fellow criminal defense attorney. He is a hard-working, dedicated lawyer who not only knows the law but knows the finer points of the practice. I trust his opinion on matters and would not hesitate to seek his counsel on matters. I would highly recommend Jake because I know he genuinely cares about the outcomes for his clients."

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David McKenzie

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Attorney Wyland since the beginning of our careers and he has always been the commensurate professional. He works hard for his clients and is at the top of his field. I highly recommend Attorney Wyland for anyone in need of the best possible criminal defense."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2012 - Present

President, Wyland Defense LLC

2010 - 2012

Associate, Campbell Durrant Beatty Palombo & Miller P.C.

2005 - 2010

Deputy District Attorney, Dauphin County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Washington County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2016

National Trial Lawyers Association

Top 100 Trial Lawyers

Education

2005

Widener University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1996

Washington and Jefferson College

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.),

Languages

English

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