Samir Sarna

Samir Sarna

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

332 5th Avenue, 1st Floor, Pittsburgh, PA

About Samir

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 15 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Worgul, Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC

332 5th Avenue, 1st Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222

Worgul., Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC - Harrisburg Office

600 N 3rd St., Ste B, Harrisburg, PA, 17101

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Samir Sarna's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

62 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent Lawyer!

I thought I was going to lose my license, but Mr. Sarna fought and got my license back with a reduced fine. Thank you very much Mr. Sana!

Posted by Abdallah | October 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic citations

I was accused of careless driving because I unintentionally ran a stop sign. I was at the verge of losing my license especially after the officer refused to accept a digital copy of my insurance. Driving is my car is essential to me. I didn't know what to. I called Samir , he was very helpful, explai...ned everything to me in detail over the phone and gave me his best and worst case scenarios by looking me up on the courts website. He provided me with all that information without asking for anything. He was never pushy about representing me in court after he knew about the case. I called a few days later and asked him to represent me. I had a few bouts of anxiety before the court date. Every time I called, he would answer and/or text me back. At the court, his expectations came true. I have my clean license with zero points and only had to pay 20% of the fine that was issued by the cop. Good work.

Posted by Rashad | October 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

He's good

I called them because I regally help with this case. Before they tried to suspend my license again for nothing, and they really helped me and I'm very satisfied with there work thanks

Posted by Kelly | August 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent Attorney!

I had gotten a ticket for failing to stop for a bus with flashing red lights as the officer had claimed. The stop was not extended yet and I was very close to the bus already when it stopped so I did not feel like I was in the wrong. I still felt hopeless of a good outcome and feared the worst. Samir... put me at ease that I had a good chance of having all points dropped. The day of the hearing he called me very promptly to deliver the very good results. He went beyond my expectations. The suspension and all points were dropped and the fine I have to pay was dropped in half. I'm beyond satisfied and relieved. I hope I don't ever have a reason to, but I'd hire him again. I highly recommend.

Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

In a time of need I found the best

Excellent attorney , very knowledgable of the law and the court system , makes time for his clients . After being found guilty of blowing a stop sign at the magistrates that carried 3 points with the guilty verdict I decided to contact Attorney Sarna for advice and he decided to appeal the conviction... . At the appeal hearing at the court of common pleas I arrived very stressed and worried but Attorney Sarna assured me to just relax and not worry . Samir was very confident that he could get this fixed for me and he did , I ended up pleading to a lesser charge of just a $25 dollar fine that carried no points . Very satisfied with what he did for me , I would recommend him for anyone indeed of an experienced Attorney who knows the law.

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Julie Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Attorney Sarna - he is well respected in the legal community and works diligently for his clients."

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Austin White

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Rooney

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Samir is the real deal! Smair is smart, well prepared and aggressive. If you're looking for an attonrey who truly cares about his clients, and is not afraid to go to trial, call Samir."

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Benjamin Gobel

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Samir Sarna is an excellent trial attorney and litigator. His results speak for themselves, as he consistently and significantly exceeds the expectations of his clients and his peers. I do not hesitate to recommend Samir to anyone in need of an attorney in Pittsburgh or throughout Western Pennsylvania."

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Adam Bishop

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Samir is a talented criminal litigator who puts his clients first."

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Matthew Ness

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney Sarna is, without reservation, one of the best young criminal defense practitioners in the Western Pennsylvania region. He is a true professional who fights for his clients with and unrivaled zeal and dedication to their needs. Having worked with him closely, I have personally observed his compassion for each and every client that has walked through our doors and assisted them with every moment of the challenges they face. It is a true honor to share the profession of the practice of law with such a talented and consummate professional."

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Andrew Rothey

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Samir is not only a very smart young lawyer, but he quickly gained a ton of experience working in complex, multi-defendant drug and violent crime cases while at the Office of Conflict Counsel. He's also a great guy."

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Ryan James

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waltman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Samir is the consummate professional. In the legal field, it's often said that a good attorney knows the law, but a great attorney knows the judge. This is often mistaken to mean that a great attorney plays golf with the judge on the weekend, but what it really means is that a great attorney knows his audience. I can say without hesitation that Mr. Sarna is an attorney that knows his audience, and in our community of criminal defense attorneys, there's no greater weapon."

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Michael Litman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Pometto

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Samir on criminal defense matters and, in addition to being a great mentor, he provides personal and professional services to all of his clients. I endorse Samir Sarna."

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Frankie Walker

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fearless defender of the constitution. I endorse Samir without reservation."

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Andrew Stiffler

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Samir Sarna is very well respected in the legal community. Samir responds to clients' needs and gets results. I recommend this lawyer."

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David Zuckerman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Samir is a skilled trial attorney who treats both his clients and opposing counsel with class and dignity. He handled a probation violation hearing for me, and was able to achieve the desired result - the client's release from jail."

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Ryan Tutera

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Steinberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Samir Sarna is a professional, knowledgeable, and passionate attorney. He treats his clients with the same respect he does his colleagues. I highly recommend Mr. Sarna to handle criminal defense matters with diligence, compassion, and competence."

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Michael Petro

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Renee Mielnicki

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Mielnicki

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Samir is hardworking and appears to really enjoy the practice of criminal law.I have seen him in action and I am impressed."

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Michael Worgul

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Attorney Sarna began his career doing contract work for me. I was impressed by how quickly and efficiently he picked up the information. He is currently working through one of the best training programs for trial advocacy in Western Pennsylvania. I have no doubt that when he completes the program he will be a rising star in the legal community."

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Matthew Ness

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Michael Waltman

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Michael Litman

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Legal Excellence Award, Salute to Legal Excellence

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Worgul, Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC

2011 - 2013

Associate Counsel, Allegheny County Office Of Conflict Counsel

Associations

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2012 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Member

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Education

2010

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Roger Williams University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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