Robert Joseph Perkins

Robert Joseph Perkins

also known as Rob Perkins

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

220 Grant St, Suite 303, Pittsburgh, PA

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 55%

2,000 cases

55%
Appeals 25%

This includes appeals and Post-Conviction Relief Act cases (PCRA)

60 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 15%

2,000 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 20 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 18 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2007

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Rob Perkins Law LLC

220 Grant St, Suite 303, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219-2123

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Robert Joseph Perkins's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kevin- Pittsburgh | January 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding

It was a please to have Rob handle my case. Rob is very experienced, well prepared before hand and extremely impressive communicating with the judge. I highly recommend him for any kind of court case. He will not let you down.

Posted by Jennifer | January 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great result

Rob was a great asset to have on my side. I would not have wanted anyone else. He was brilliant working with the local magistrates and judges for Westmoreland county even though he is an Allegheny county based attorney. Overall, I had a great experience and result. I will continue to and have reco...mmended him to others.

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Timely and Detailed Communication

Mr. Perkins did a great job helping me with a difficult situation. He was highly responsive to requests and very thorough with his explanations throughout the process. I felt very comfortable with his advice and would recommend his services.

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Robert Joseph Perkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Manchester

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert is a hard working lawyer that strives to do the best job possible for his clients. he also cares about them as a person and treats them as such. Such characteristic are very admirable as is his dedication to fight for his clients regardless of the severity of the case."

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Kelvin Morris

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rob has a great legal mind and works zealously for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jacob Wyland

Unknown lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Attorney Perkins. He is an intelligent attorney and dedicated advocate who works tirelessly for his clients. If you are in need of the services of an attorney, there is none better than Attorney Perkins."

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Lea Bickerton

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have practiced in the same area as Rob Perkins for over ten years and am glad to endorse him. He is very intelligent, hard-working, and approachable. He uses his extensive knowledge of criminal procedure and constitutional law to educate his clients and obtain favorable outcomes. Most importantly, he treats his clients with dignity and respect."

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Ryan Tutera

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rob is a very dedicated and skilled advocate. He is highly respected by his clients and by his colleagues. I had the pleasure of working together with Rob on a number of matters. He is always prepared, knowledgeable about the issues, and willing to try a case. I recommend Robert Perkins without hesitation."

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Dennis Biondo

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rob is very knowledgeable about all aspects of criminal law and is very dedicated to his clients. He is always very well prepared and will learn everything there is to know about the case."

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Brandon Keller

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Rob Perkins because he's not just the smartest guy in the room, but he's a fighter."

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Matthew Ness

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Perkins possesses, without question, one of the best academic and legal minds in our generation. His arguments, and his superior analytical approach to constitutional law, is without peer. His powerful courtroom presence is matched only by the compassion and dedication he provides to each and every client. There are perhaps no other attorneys in our field who provide the portfolio of skill sets as this young attorney. It is with the highest regards I endorse Attorney Perkins."

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John Schwab

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rob is a talented and intense attorney who well balances his skills with being compassionate and focused on his clients' interests. I enjoy working with him and highly recommend him."

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Andrew Capone

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Perkins is hard working and extremely knowledgeable."

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Frankie Walker

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rob is a Freedom Fighter, no question. Rob is a passionate, aggressive and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. I proudly endorse him without reservation."

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Adam Bishop

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rob is a brilliant criminal defense attorney. His work ethic and dedication to his clients are unmatched in our field."

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Francis Wymard

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Manchester

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kelvin Morris

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jacob Wyland

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Bickerton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lea Bickerton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Cuddy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ryan Tutera

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dennis Biondo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brandon Keller

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Schwab

Federal crime lawyer

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Andrew Capone

Criminal defense lawyer

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Frankie Walker

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Ness

Criminal defense lawyer

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Adam Bishop

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Leadership Fellow, Civil Legal Aid Education Institute

2009

Competitive Grant Recipient, Institute for Foreclosure Legal Assistance

2005

Pro Bono Student Achievement Award, Allegheny County Bar Association

2005

Peer Excellency Award, Duquesne University School of Law

2005

Distinguished Student Award, Duquesne University School of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, Rob Perkins Law LLC

2014 - 2016

Partner, Allied Legal Partners

2013 - 2014

Assistant Public Defender, Allegheny County Public Defender

2011 - 2013

Associate Attorney, Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti, LLP

2010 - 2011

Director, Academic Excellence Program. Coach, Moot Court, Duquesne University School of Law

2007 - 2010

Director, Foreclosure Defense Project, Neighborhood Legal Services

2006 - 2007

Assistant Public Defender, Allegheny County Public Defender

2006 - 2007

Adjunct Professor, Legal Research and Writing, Duquesne University School Of Law

2005 - 2006

Judicial Law Clerk, Pennsylvania Supreme Court

2004 - 2004

Summer Associate, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney

Associations

2018 - Present

American Bar Association

Criminal Litigation Section

2017 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2017 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Editorial Advisory Board

Publications Committee

2014 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2014 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Criminal Litigation Committee

Education

2013

National Trial Advocacy College at the University of Virginia

2007

National Institute of Trial Advocacy

2005

Duquesne University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Washington and Jefferson College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

PA Appellate Practice Seminar

PCRA Litigation

2016

Understanding Pennsylvania Grand Jury Practice

Grand Jury Ethical Issues

2015

"How to Handle a Drug Case"

Pre-Trial Motions in Drug Cases

2010

Academic Excellence Program Workshop

Legal Analysis

2009

Foreclosure Defense Workshop

Foreclosure Defense Strategies

Publications

2018

Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Lawyers, For the Defense PCRA Fundamentals

2018

Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Lawyers, For the Defense Year In Review in PCRA Litigation

2010

The Duquesne Lawyer (student and alumni magazine) Introduction to Duquesne Law's New Academic Excellence Program (condensed title)

2008

Lawrence Eagle Tribune (Op-Ed in Lawerence, MA daily newspaper) Homeowner Protection Needed in $700 Billion Bailout Plan

Languages

English

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