Joel D. Peppetti

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Joel D. Peppetti

4.8
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Altoona, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI

4001 Sixth Avenue, Altoona, PA

About Joel

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015 2014 2013

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 21 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Joel D. Peppetti, P.C.

4001 Sixth Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602

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Joel D. Peppetti's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 29 reviews

Posted by Will | April 30, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Call Joel

Joel Peppetti is a terrific lawyer! He helped me get through one of the hardest times in my life. Thanks to Mr. Peppetti I am now able to pursue my life dreams without any legal obstacles. If you live in Blair County, Pa and need legal services CALL JOEL. It is men like him who re-estalish my faith i...n justice and in the American criminal justice system.

Posted by Andrew/Stephanie | January 07, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce / Harassment

Joel is a very knowledgeable attorney! He was able to handle my divorce in a timely fashion. At anytime during the divorce, that I had questions, he was ALWAYS there for me. He returned any call that I ever made. He even gave me his personal cell phone number. During the time that Joel was taking c...are of my divorce, my fiancé needed an attorney for a harassment claim. She hired Joel! Her charges were dropped! WE cannot THANK YOU enough Joel for your services!!!! WE will recommend you to anyone seeking legal counsel! Thanks again......

Posted by Cynthia | December 08, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Excellent Excellent Attorney

Joel goes above and beyond the call of duty. He is well informed and knowledgeable. He researches, chronicles facts, and is well prepared in court. He even prepares for any unforeseen possibilities that may occur during the trial. Anyone looking for an exemplary, TRUSTWORTHY, professional attorney: J...oel is your man. I am EXTREMELY lucky I hired him.

Posted by Maura | August 28, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Definitely Hire Joel Peppetti

I hope I never need a lawyer again, but if I do, Joel will be the person I contact. He handled my daughter's underage drinking citation with utmost professionalism and compassion. He was very knowledgeable about our options, and took time to explain the legalities of the case to both myself and daugh...ter. He answered all our questions and was very responsive to get back to us when we called. Thankfully, our case had a very successful outcome, and I truly believe it was because we hired Joel.

Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2014

Excellent choice

Joel was very sensitive, kind, non judgemental and knowledgeable. Honest and trustworthy in a very stressful time. I recommend him highly!!

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Joel D. Peppetti's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Link

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Joel Peppetti. He is one of the finest practioners in the entire State. Joel has a reputation for being fierce and aggressive in the courtroom yet compassionate and supportive of his clients outside the courthouse. If you or a loved one are arrested in Altoona, you are truly missing out if you don't consult with him and utilize his talents."

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Brian Fishman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It gives me great pleasure to endorse attorney Joel Peppetti. He is a top-notch trial attorney who primarily focuses on criminal defense and family law matters. While his office is in Blair County, he handles matters throughout Central Pennsylvania. I have referred clients to him in the past and will continue to do so based on his zealous representation and protection of individuals' constitutional rights. If you or a loved one need a criminal defense attorney in Blair, Cambria, Bedford, Huntingdon or other Central Pennsylvania counties, your first call should be to Mr. Peppetti. You will not be disappointed."

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Jason Dunkle

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joel is a great criminal defense lawyer. I feel confident in Joel's abilities and often refer cases to him. A Penn State parent once asked me if I would trust Joel enough to represent my own children, and without hesitation, the answer is yes. Joel knows the law and knows the system in the counties in which he practices. I highly recommend that anyone charged with a criminal offense in Blair, Cambria, or Bedford county should call Joel."

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

2016

Hometown Favorite Attorney Nominee, Altoona Mirror Subscribers

2015

Hometown Favorite Attorney Nominee, Altoona Mirror Subscribers

2013

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2011

Hometown Favorite Attorney Nominee, Altoona Mirror Subscribers

1999

National Political Science Honor Society, Sigma Epsilon Chapter - Juniata College

Work Experience

2006 - 2013

Attorney, Law Offices of Thomas M. Dickey

2004 - 2006

Attorney, Blair County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

American Inns of Court

Attorney Member

2014 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2004 - Present

Blair County Bar Association

Attorney Member

Education

2004

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Juniata College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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