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I have been practing criminal law for 25 years and personal injury for over 20 years. I have represented clients charged with homicide, sexual assault, firearms violations, felony drug offenses and, of course, DUI. I have instucted other lawyers on "DUI Strategies". I have handled criminal cases in at least 20 counties. I am licensed before the United States Supreme Court.
I have handled personal injury cases from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia and I have obtained over $6 million for my clients.
My firm charges reasonable fees, accepts all major credit cards and the consultation is always free.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1991
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Location
Robert E. Mielnicki, Esquire
428 Forbes Avenue, #400, Pittsburgh, PA, 152191640
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (37)
Lawsuits & Disputes (16)
DUI & DWI (9)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (8)
Personal Injury (6)
Federal Crime (3)
Car Accidents (2)
Insurance (2)
Juvenile (2)
Appeals (1)
Business (1)
Child Abuse (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Expungement (1)
Family (1)
Identity Theft (1)
Immigration (1)
Medical Malpractice (1)
Privacy (1)
Violent Crime (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (50)
Recommendation (45)
Advocacy (42)
Professionalism (32)
Responsiveness (28)
Communication Style (26)
General Knowledge (23)
Practice Area Knowledge (23)
Cost of Services (22)
Character & Conduct (19)
Trustworthiness (15)
Compassion (9)
Punctuality (2)
Staff & Support (2)
Free Consultations (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 26 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Karen | February 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Pittsburgh's Top Lawyer
Robert Mielnicki is the kindest, attentive, most effective defense attorney to have on your side when you or someone you love are in a legal predicament. When you don't know what to do or where to turn, he does. He listens and he knows how to take the information you give him and make it work for you...
Posted by Chelsie | July 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Dui suspension
Robert fought for me and won. He got me back on the road, which I thought would never happen. He was always there for me when i had questions or concerns always picked up the phone!!! I will never use anyone else!!
Posted by James | July 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The greatest decision I could have made
Circumstance brought me into an extremely taxing, complex criminal case with many parties involved over multiple states. The stress of the ordeal was mitigated long before I ever stepped foot in a courtroom thanks to Robert’s expertise. From our very first conversation, his knowledge of the law, pass...
Posted by anonymous | November 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Client
Robert is a true and a kind professional. I can tell you that he is well regarded in legal community. He knows all the key players involved in the court system. He even knew the police officer involved in my traffic ticket. Robert talked to the police officer, and officer agreed to plea down the tick...
Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
DUI charge
We found Attorney Mielnicki by chance/fate! We are so grateful and pleased how he helped our son with his case. He was attentive and considerate to our questions and informative with answers. We would highly recommend seeking his expertise in criminal law. He will give you the hard facts and do every...
Robert E. Mielnicki's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Mielnicki's combination of knowledge and trial experience is tremendous. If you are looking for an advocate on your case, look no further. I highly recommend this attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Bob is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced litigator. I would not hesitate to refer him the most complex of cases."
"I have known Bob for years and have had the opportunity to observe his keen inteligence and love of the law."
"Robert Mielnicki is a top notch criminal defense attorney."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
Expertise, Best DUI Lawyers in Pittsburgh
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
Top 100 DUI Attorneys, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2015
Appellate Attorney, Lead Counsel
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Lead Counsel Rated - Criminal Appeals, Lead Counsel
2014
10 Best - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2014
Premier Service Award, CityOf.com/Pittsburgh
2013
Distinguished Faculty, Lorman Education Services
1991
J.D. Cum Laude, Duquesne University School of Law
1989
Law Review, Duquesne University School of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Robert E. Mielnicki, Attorney at Law
2004 - 2012
Partner, Seewald, Mielnicki & Petro
1996 - 2004
Associate, Seewald, Swartz & Associates
1991 - 1995
Assistant Public Defender, Lancaster County Office Of The Public Defender
Associations
2016 - Present
National Association for DUI DefenseMember
2015 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Better Business BureauMember/Participant
2012 - 2015
American Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionMember
2012 - 2015
American Bar Asociation - Torts, Trial & InsuranceMember
2011 - 2015
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
United States v J.T.
Not Guilty
F.C. v. Rozum
Grant of habeas corpus.
Commonwealth v D.J.
Suppression granted, case withdrawn
Commonwealth v. R.D.
Suppression granted, charges withdrawn
Estate of D.W. v United States of America
Settlement of $400,000
Estate of C.W. v. R.H. and others
Settlement of $1 Million
United States v Zimmerman
Conviction vacated
N.M. vs. W.C.
Judgement for N.M. for $310,000
Commonwealth v. J.C.
Not Guilty
Education
1991
Duquesne University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Police Liability
Police Liabilty
2009
Lorman CLE
Strategies in Defending DWI and DUI Cases in Pennsylvania
Publications
2013
Lorman Education Services publication
Police Liability
2009
Lorman Education Services CLE
Strategies in Defending DWI and DUI Cases in Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
House arrest?
18 Jun 2014
Q&A
Can I receive house arrest for my 3rd DUI. I have 2 jobs and can't lose them? I live in Erie pa this happened in elk county 130
12 Jun 2014
Q&A
A friend just got a DUI which will be the 3rd one, but only 2nd in a ten year time frame. She refused the blood test also .
03 Jan 2013