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Lea T. Bickerton
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Biography
In my years of practice, I have represented defendants at every stage of the criminal process. From preliminary hearings to appeals, I have had the opportunity to litigate several issues and work to get the best results for my clients.
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 20 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 20 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Bickerton and Bickerton, Attorneys at Law
1034 Fifth Ave, Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219
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Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Beyond happy!
I am beyond happy that I retained Mrs Bickerton to work my case for me. I interviewed several different lawyers before settling on this firm, and I firmly believe that if I had hired someone else the results wouldn’t have been as favorable. Not only did Mrs Bickerton manage to successfully argue my c...
Lea T. Bickerton's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse Lea's work. I have worked with Lea at the Allegheny County Public Defender's Office and as partners at Bickerton & Bickerton, LLP. Lea's love for the law is unparalleled. Lea keeps current with the recent trends and developments in the field of criminal defense by reading new case law and countless articles. Lea aggressively pursues all available options to obtain the best results for her clients at all levels of representation."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2016
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2015
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2014
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2010
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2005
Durward Howes Public Speaking Award-Third Place, United States Junior Chamber
2005
Outstanding Student Leader Award, University of Pittsburgh
2005
School of Law Community Service Award, University of Pittsburgh School of Law
2004
Durward Howes Public Speaking Award, Pennsylvania Junior Chamber
2004
"Write-Up" Competition Winner, Pennsylvania Junior Chamber
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, Bickerton and Bickerton, Attorneys at Law
2008 - 2009
Judicial Law Clerk, Superior Court of Pennsylvania
2006 - 2008
Assistant Public Defender, Allegheny County Office of the Public Defender
Associations
2008 - Present
Homer S. Brown Law Association
Allegheny County Bar Association
American Bar Association
University of Pittsburgh Alumni Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. A
Commonwealth v. C.R.
Commonwealth v. P.K.
Charges withdrawn after negotiation
Commonwealth v. B.L.
Commonwealth v. C.H.
Commonwealth v. A.W.
Commonwealth v. D.J.
Plea to 1 year probation
Commonwealth v. A.L.
Charges dismissed after negotiation
Commonwealth v. C.J.
Not Guilty
Commonwealth v. J.T.
Pending
Commonwealth v. D.G.
Pending
Commonwealth v. K.C.
Charges withdrawn
Commonwealth v. N.M.
Pending
Commonwealth v. T.W.
Plea to summary
Commonwealth v. S.P.
Education
2005
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of Pittsburgh
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Pittsburgh CLE Weekend Seminar
Conflicts in Criminal Law
2017
Individual Right to Carry: The Potential Impact of Nationwide Concealed Carry Reciprocity
National Concealed Carry Reciprocity
2017
Gun Law: Advanced Issues
Firearms Law
2014
BBC World-Have Your Say
Oscar Pistorius and Cross-Examination Tactics
2012
Boy Scouts of America
Rights and Responsibilities of US Citizens
2011
Evidence In Real Life
Evidence In Real Life
2011
BLSA Speaking Panel
How to Successfully Network in Law School and Beyond
2003
Junior Chamber Leadership Training
The Basics of Robert's Rules of Order
2003
Junior Chamber Leadership Training
Public Speaking 101
2003
Junior Chamber Leadership Training
Developing Your Leadership Skills
Publications
2015
The Legality of Search and Seizure in DUI Cases, 2015 ed.: Leading Lawyers on Leveraging Science and Process to Develop Winning Defense Strategies (Inside the Minds)
DUI Law and the Fourth Amendment: Up to Date Strategies for Identifying and Litigating Search and Seizure Issues in DUI Cases
2013
Strategies for Defending Firearms Offense Charges
Understanding Firearms Possession Laws and Preparing an Effective Defense in a Firearms Case
2006
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers