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Being charged with a crime is a life changing event. Fear, shock, being scared, extremely concerned, worried, terrified of the unknown, will I lose everything from my family to my job to my house, are all initial words stated and words truly felt by clients I have represented and helped over a 25 year legal career of private criminal defense. These feelings are very real and gut wrenching for any person charged with a crime. When I agree to represent a new client, I make it my priority to answer these questions and alleviate the anxiety these feelings bring to people charged with a crime. How hard a lawyer works, prepares, studies, strategizes, negotiates, convinces, relates, and listens to all aspects of a case makes the entire difference as to what outcome and result can be achieved for each client. The attorney/client relationship is one of the strongest bonds that exists in our society, and it is my pledge to every client that I will honor that relationship by working tirelessly on each case as if I were the person accused.
Do you believe in a second chance? Frankly, it is required in order to do my job and do it effectively. To be a criminal defense lawyer I must inherently believe in and see the good in people and treat them with respect, despite the criminal charges they face. Unfortunately, good people make bad decisions and fail to act at all times with the best judgment. Everyone can make a mistake, and I truly believe a person should not be punished for a lifetime because of one error or out of character event. Sometimes the first mistake is a huge mistake. It is my responsibility to defend that person with everything I have and draw upon my legal training, skill set, life and trial experiences and professional relationships to achieve the best possible results for my clients.
I have never worked for law enforcement nor have I been a former prosecutor. For 25 years I have cut my path on the private criminal defense side of the courtroom table, and I am very proud of the results I have achieved for my clients.
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2222 West Grandview Boulevard, Erie, PA, 16506
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Posted by James | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
My ex-girlfriend filed a false PFA against me and took my child - in court with Attorney Mikovch defending me, I won!!
My ex-girlfriend and mother of my child filed a completely false PFA against me, claiming physical abuse and suggesting sexual abuse. I immediately lost custody of my baby because of the temporary PFA. I was crushed. Eric agreed to meet with me immediately and we went over every detail of my case...
Posted by Bobby | September 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
3rd DUI
I was arrested for a 3rd DUI. I hired Attorney Eric Mikovch and was looking at a mandatory minimum of one year in state prison. He got my "Refusal" tossed out of court and my DUI reduced down from Highest Rate BAC to General Impairment. I thought my life and career was over. I am very grateful I hire...
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
3 DUIs in 6 months...no jail!
I was arrested for three DUIs in a matter of 6 months. I hired Attorney Mikovch. He handled all three cases and ultimately consolidated them into one day before the Judge. I was terrified, but Attorney Mikovch performed a miracle - I received electronic monitoring with no jail. I have not had a d...
Posted by hometowngirl | January 06, 2015 | Criminal Defense
2 criminal dockets well awaiting sentence for first. First time offender
I was a first time offender I was charged in a drug case , conspiracy with 4 other felony counts and 4 misdemeanor counts. Well I was out on ROR I caught another docket which included pharmaceuticals, which held 3 felony counts and 3 misdemeanor counts remember I caught this docket well awaiting sen...
Posted by Greg | March 01, 2013
He will take the time to discuss any legal question on the telephone free of charge.
Attorney Mikovch is one of the Managing Partners for the Quinn Law Firm, the third largest law firm in the Northwest Pennsylvania Region located in Erie, PA. He is responsible for managing the business of the firm, the attorneys, along with his own practice areas. He welcomes the opportunity to dis...
"I have worked Eric on several co-defendant cases over the years. He is always a prepared, aggressive advocate with for his clients."
Criminal defense lawyer
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1991
Phi Beta Kappa, Colgate University
1994 - Present
Shareholder; Chairman, Criminal Defense Department, Quinn Law Firm - Quinn Buseck Leemhuis Toohey and Kroto, Inc.
2005 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
1996 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1994 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1994 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Erie County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2010
Erie County Bar Association - Criminal CommitteeCo-chair
Motion to Suppress GRANTED, all charges dropped against Defendant Copeland
1st Dgr. Murder charge drop to Con. Agg. Assault.
Not Guilty - all charges.
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2010
Administrative Appeal Hearings
2010
Criminal Trial Strategies
2009
Criminal Law
2009
Trial tactics and procedure
2008
Criminal law 101
2010
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