Eric J. Mikovch

Eric J. Mikovch

4.9
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Erie, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +4 more

2222 West Grandview Boulevard, Erie, PA

About Eric

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

All criminal charges, felonies, misdemeanors, summary offenses non-traffic and traffic; Office of Children and Youth Indicated Report Defense/Appeal; Protection from Abuse (PFA) Plaintiff and Defense; DUI, DWAI, DWI Cases; ARD cases; Assault (Aggravated, Simple, while DUI); Theft; Drug Cases; Sex Crimes; Burglary; Juvenile Cases; Expungments; all crimes.

32 years | 2,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 20%

Motions to Suppress Evidence; ARD; Alternative Sentences to Mandatory Jail Time; License Suspension Challenges; Constitutional Rights Violated.

32 years | 500 cases

20%
Sex Crime 10%

Rape; Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse; Aggravated Indecent Assault; Statutory Rape; Sexual Assault; Indecent Exposure; Corruption of Minors.

32 years | 50 cases

10%
Violent Crime 10%

Murder; Aggravated Assault; Recklessly Endangering; Gun cases; Assault with Deadly and Prohibited Weapons.

32 years | 75 cases

10%
Child Abuse 5%

Defense of false accusations; Defense of the OCY Indicated Reports Administrative Appeal Hearing process from start to finish on behlaf of Defendant/Appellants.

32 years | 75 cases

5%
Juvenile Law 3%

All allegations of delinquency, charges and crimes; deferred adjudications; bench trials; delinquency and review hearings; consent decrees; peer jury review.

32 years | 80 cases

3%
Expungement 2%

State cases and Governor's Pardons.

32 years | 50 cases

2%

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 31 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Quinn Law Firm

2222 West Grandview Boulevard, Erie, PA, 16506

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Eric J. Mikovch's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I highly recommend!!!!!

I highly recommend calling Attorney Eric J. Mikovch should you find yourself in a situation where you need a defense attorney. I initially called his secretary for an appointment, and he called me back in under 30 minutes and asked me questions to obtain all the information he needed. He recognized h...ow upset I was and offered to meet with me during my lunch time that day. I had intense fear and anxiety, and he reassured me that everything would be ok. I hired him on the spot to represent me and, he won my case for me. Between the time of initial contact to the end of my trial date, he stayed in contact with me via phone and text, replying back to me immediately with answers to my questions. He is professional and attentive, but also very compassionate and friendly. I can't image dealing with my problem without him. My outcome was the best possible. I trust him and recommend him and the Quinn Law Firm with any legal matter.

Posted by Brian | March 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Attorney

I spoke with Eric about the criminal charges that I was facing and that I was being falsely accused. He was very willing to help us after we explained in detail about the night in question. Eric could see from the police report that there was some questionable things about that night. He analyzed eve...ry other detail in this case to help build are defense. Eric was also willing to work around my schedule to meet with him. When the day came for the preliminary hearing, he was able to talk to the ADA and the arresting officer and negotiate all charges to be withdrawn. Due to the evidence he had presented. I never made it into the court room. He was very professional and understanding throughout this horrible time in my life. I would recommend him to anybody. When we were leaving the DJ office I told Eric “ thanks for everything and hopefully I’ll never have to see ya again” he jokingly said “I hear that a lot !” Thanks again Eric.

Posted by Matthew | September 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney

THE BEST LAWYER, PERIOD.

Eric is an absolute beast of a lawyer. This guy checks all the boxes from top to bottom. As your case moves on, you get a sense that he genuinely cares about you, on an individual basis. Most definitely has your back and is extremely professional. I would recommend that anyone call this guy for any s...ituations that may occur. Don't hesitate and pick up the phone. You heard it from me, you won't be sorry you did!

Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional, caring, and thorough!

I came to Eric with a very difficult case that I knew was going to be a challenge one I had a very slim chance of winning. I knew I was not guilty and was not ready to lay down and give up, I just needed someone to listen to my story. Needless to say Eric sat down with me and with no hesitation at al...l he took my case. After countless meeting and going over every detail of the case I was feeling more and more confident about going to trial. Eric worked many off hours to accommodate my work schedule. Eric kept in contact and was very easy to work with. I wouldn’t have any other attorney in my corner. When we got to trial I could tell Eric had went through every report, every video, every statement to the point he knew what someone was going to say before they said it. Needless to say we won my case my family was very pleased as was I. Eric took the time to get to know me and my family he gained our full trust. I highly recommend Eric he will give you 110%. He is extremely professional, I honestly can’t say enough about the man!

Posted by Ryan | April 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Going Above and Waaay Beyond!

I enlisted Eric's services desperately after receiving an alarming arrest warrant in the mail that was to force me to leave Virginia and attend court 8 hours away in a mere two days. He couldn't have been more understanding! He took my case on extreme short notice and even had reached an agreement ...with the arresting officer before we made it to court that day. Did I mention amidst all of this chaos was an impromptu spring snowstorm that literally didn't phase Eric! He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, responsive and kept me extremely well informed throughout the whole process. Eric was amazing and a lifesaver and if anyone in Erie needs legal counsel, I'm telling you, this is the guy!

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Eric J. Mikovch's Lawyer Endorsements

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Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked Eric on several co-defendant cases over the years. He is always a prepared, aggressive advocate with for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1991

Phi Beta Kappa, Colgate University

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Shareholder; Chairman, Criminal Defense Department, Quinn Law Firm - Quinn Buseck Leemhuis Toohey and Kroto, Inc.

Associations

2005 - Present

American Inns of Court

Member

1996 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1994 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1994 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Erie County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2010

Erie County Bar Association - Criminal Committee

Co-chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Copeland

Motion to Suppress GRANTED, all charges dropped against Defendant Copeland

Commonwealth v. Pessia

1st Dgr. Murder charge drop to Con. Agg. Assault.

Commonwealth v. Haibach

Not Guilty - all charges.

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Education

1994

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Colgate University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Defending the Indicated OCY Report

Administrative Appeal Hearings

2010

Criminal Practicum

Criminal Trial Strategies

2009

Criminal Practicum

Criminal Law

2009

Criminal law practicum

Trial tactics and procedure

2008

Criminal law practicum

Criminal law 101

Publications

2010

Erie County Bar Association - Seminar Materials Defending the OCY Inicated Report

Languages

English

Activity

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