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Risk nothing. Protect your future. Open your case up to the possibility of good. No one understands these needs better than us. You’ll find us communicative, helpful, and above all, experienced. We have 20 years of experience, from complex DUIs, to straightforward traffic tickets. Points, PennDOT suspensions, jail sentences- we understand what you want to fight and how to fight it. Whether you are looking for a CDL attorney to protect your CSA, or just want an attorney who can get rid of points, we can be a difference maker. Looking to expunge a past criminal offense for work, school, or licensing? We can help. We author the best Pennslyvania expungement legal source in the whole state: In re PA Expungements. If you want answers, guidance, and insight, please call today.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
50%
28 years
DUI and DWI
25%
28 years
Criminal Defense
15%
28 years
Expungement
5%
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Awards
2024 2020 2019
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Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 26 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 27 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 28 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Syd | November 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Hire Josh
Josh assisted with a DUI and made the entire situation extremely easy. He was available any time I had concerns, explained step by step, and never made me feel alone in the process. Thankful to have the support I did with hiring Josh.
Posted by anonymous | August 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Reckless Driving Charges
In June 2018, I received a citation for Reckless Driving and my license was to be suspended for 6 months. I had called a few lawyers before I stumbled across Josh Goldberg. What initially caught my attention with him was that my first attempt to reach out to him, he answered the phone, not a secretar...
Posted by Lindsey | June 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent attorney who I would recommend to anyone with legal issues
Hired him for my husband’s felony assault charge and Josh was able to get the felony dismissed. He knows everyone in court house and works great with them. The whole process was very smooth for us and he was very professional. He kept us informed on possible outcomes and what our best solution would ...
Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Hired for a hit and run
I hired Josh for a hit and run traffic charge. I was concerned that I wouldn't be taken seriously because of how young I am. Josh took the time to listen to my concerns and coach me before the trial. He's very personable and knowledgable which helped me to relax. Josh was prepared for every scenario,...
Posted by Christopher Lacich | September 11, 2017 | Criminal Defense
INSTRUMENTAL IN RESOLVING MATTER FOR A MUTUAL CLIENT
I worked with Attorney Goldberg on a criminal/orphan's court matter in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as it related to a mutual client. Attorney Goldberg was instrumental in his role during the approx. 18 month process, and ultimately provided an 11th hour appellate court decision to another lawyer...
Joshua B Goldberg's Lawyer Endorsements
"Josh has been a trusted colleague for more than 20 years and he literally wrote the book on PA Driver Sanctions. http://www.gogoldberg.com/PADriverSanctions.php For moving violations, DUIs and other criminal matters, Josh is your man."
"Attorney Goldberg and I worked together on a criminal law/Orphan's Court matter in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for a mutual client. Attorney Goldberg was an integral part of the team over the approximate 18 months of the representation. Ultimately, Attorney Goldberg provided appellate case law to another lawyer on the team which was the turning point in securing the result the client was seeking. I would recommend Attorney Goldberg and would seek his counsel and work with him again."
"I have known Josh Goldberg as a fellow attorney for over 10 years. Throughout that time, Josh has shown that he treats each client's case as a unique personal challenge. Josh is set apart from the crowd not just because of the way he stands up for the unjustly accused. Josh is unique for his desire to expose the ways in which our criminal laws are biased against individuals and in favor of a criminal justice system that seeks quick and easy convictions. If you or somebody you know is at risk of becoming a victim of the process, or simply need somebody to stand up and make sure you are treated equally under the law, contact Josh Goldberg."
"Josh is a lawyer who is always tirelessly looking for that hidden weakness in the opponent's case to help get you a surprisingly good result."
"I endorse Joshua Goldberg for his excellent work in the field of criminal defense. No one will work harder for you. Atty. Mark Mack"
"I have known Josh since 2008. He has sought out the best legal training in the country when it comes to defending those charged with Driving Under the Influence and matters related to DUI. I have attended several national continuing legal education seminars and know Josh have the very best legal education in this area of the law. He puts that knowledge to use and this benefits his clients because of it."
"Mr. Goldberg is an excellent lawyer. I have seen first hand how hard he works for his clients. I would not hesitate to refer cases to him as I know they would be handled well."
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"I have had the pleasure of knowing Josh for several years now as we have taken many DUI courses throughout the country together. I would endorse and recommend Josh without reservation to anyone looking for an attorney who is aggressive, knowledgeable and gets results."
"I endorse this lawyer. I was born and raised in the Pittsburgh area and now practice law in Baltimore. I have referred several clients to Josh and they have all been completely satisfied."
"I endorse this lawyer. Josh is a well respected member of the DUI Defense community. He is known throughout PA. He attends many seminars and classes that sharpen his skills. He has the experience and talent to provide an excellent defense for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America
2017
Member, National College for DUI Defense
2014
NHTSA SFST Instructor Training Course (certificate), Impaired Driving Specialists
2012
Datamaster Breath Testing School (certifcate), National Patent Analytical Systems
2008
NHTSA SFST Practitioner Course (certificate), LaPier & Associates
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Principal, Goldberg Legal Services LLC
2003 - 2004
Legal Counsel, Office of Inspector General DHHS
2001 - 2003
Associate, Willman & Arnold
1997 - 2001
Trial Attorney, Allegheny County Public Defenders Office
Associations
2011 - Present
NCDD/ National College of DUI DefenseMember
2010 - Present
PACDL/ PA Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Garibay, 106 A.3d 136 (Pa. Super. 2014).
Win
Education
1996
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Union College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
PBI Criminal Law Symposium
Criminal Law
2024
Criminal Law Symposium
Using Hollywood Scenes and Images to Win Hearsay Objections
2024
Criminal Law Symposium
Beating the DL-26- Bermuda Triangle of Forms
2023
Guest Lecturer
Courtroom Preparation for Forensic Witnesses
2021
PBI Criminal Law Symposium
PA Expungement and Limited Access Law
2019
PBI Criminal Law Symposium
Driving Under Suspension
2019
PBI 2019 Year in Review
Marijuana and DUI
2018
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Breath Test Boot Camp
2018
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
When Evidence Vanishes
2017
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Criminal Defense Update
2017
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Birchfield: Topics for Discussion in the Prosecution of DUI Cases
2017
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
DUI Defense
2016
Pennsylvania Bar Institute
When you get the midnight call. Speeding and other motor vehicle violations
2015
Public CLE
Advanced Motor Vehicle Seminar
2012
Advanced DUI Seminar
DUI
2011
Cyril Wecht Institute of Forensic Science and Law
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Working with Forensic Experts
2010
Cyril Wecht Institute of Forensic Science and Law
Alcohol and Drug Toxicity in Criminal Litigation
Publications
2023
For the Defense PACDL
DUI Merger Under Deana's Law
2021
Independently published
In re PA Expungements
2019
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (PACDL)
Recent Pennsylvania Legislation Ends License Suspensions for Some Non-Moving Violations
2017
Independent Publishing
PA Driver Sanctions Chart
2009
Independent Publishing
The Impact of Preexisting Leg, Knee, and Back Injuries on Field Sobriety Test Results
2005
Applied Biosafety
From the Courtroom to Congress: Forecasting Responsible Official Liability for Select Agent Violations
2002
The Labor Lawyer (ABA)
Coming Soon to an OSHA Violation Near Your? The Responsible Corporate Officer Doctrine
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What happens if I do not pay a school bus camera $300 violation ticket in McKeesport Pa ?
15 Apr 2023
Q&A
Do i have any case against a school bus ticket? The stop sign did not fully extend until I was right along side of it.
20 Apr 2023
Q&A
What happens if you got a ticket for doing 65 in a 35?
19 Apr 2023