$ 200-250 per hour
About Alyssa
Biography
I was born and raised in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania; home of "The Bubblers". I graduated from Boiling Springs High School in 1999, attended Harrisburg Area Community College for two (2) years, and graduated Cum Laude from Shippensburg University in 2004 with a BA in Political Science.
While in high school and college, I worked part-time for my family's business, Knisely's Pet and Farm Center, in Carlisle.
I graduated from the Widener University School of Law in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania in 2007.
While at Widener, I continued to work part-time for my family, and dedicated a significant amount of time and hard work to the Trial Advocacy Honor Society, serving as the External Vice President in my third year (3L). I was also the founding member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America on my campus, and served as the President of this campus organization in both my second (2L) and third year (3L). While at Widener, I also attended and graduated from The Law and Government Insitute, and received The Widener University School of Law Distinguished Service Award.
I maintained several internships during Law School, including positions with The Honorable Richard A. Lewis, Judge, Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas, The Law Offices of Steve Rice, Esq., in Gettysburg, The Cumberland County District Attorney's Office, The Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs, and The Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General, in the Criminal Appeals Division.
Upon graduation from Law School, I accepted a Certified Legal Internship with The Dauphin County Office of the Public Defender pending results of both The Pennsylvania and New Jersey bar exams. After passing both the PA and NJ bars, I was offered an Assistant Public Defender position, which I graciously accepted. During my career as a Public Defender, I handled a large number of criminal matters, from the preliminary through the trial and appellate levels, as well as Children and Youth dependency cases.
After 3.5 years with The Public Defenders, I am now proud to be an attorney with Kope and Associates.
In my spare time, I enjoy outdoor activities, such as the Sprint Car Races at local dirt tracks, Tubing, Kayaking, Boating and White Water Rafting, as well as working with my family on our farm and in our Carriage Company as a driver.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
90%
18 years | 150 cases
Criminal Defense
10%
18 years | 1,600 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 18 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 18 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Shaffer & Engle Law Offices, LLC
2205 Forest Hills Drive, Suite 10, Harrisburg, PA, 17012
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Posted by Jim G | February 03, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Schaffer-Engle Law / Att. Alyssa Knisely
Attorney Knisley, (as support for Att. Engle), was knowledgeable and informative throughout this divorce action. Ms. Knisley, Esq. was very responsive to my inquiries as well as productive with documentation., (which I might add, was well written and explained). Ms. Knisely is another highly effecti...
Alyssa Harland Knisely's Lawyer Endorsements
"I went to law school with Alyssa, she is a highly motivated individual who would always strive to achieve whatever goals she set. Alyssa is a top-notch litigator who gets great results for her clients, I would gladly refer any family law matter to her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Excellent Attorney. Wonderful Personality. Highly skilled and knowledgeable Criminal Defense Attorney. I would recommend her to anyone facing criminal charges in PA."
"Alysssa is a seasoned trial attorney whose skill is only matched by her tenacity. The care and compassion she has for her clients, coupled with her wide-ranging knowledge of the law, made her an extremely effective advocate. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Ms. Knisely long before she earned her law license. She has alway been someone with a high degree of character and drive to do what is right. She has carried those same traits onto her career as an attorney. She possesses the highest level of ethics and dedication to her clients!"
"Alyssa puts her clients first and will fight for their interests as much as possible. She is skilled in the courtroom, always prepared, and will know her case inside and out, leaving nothing to chance."
"Attorney Knisely provides her clients with the utmost level of attention and compassion. She is experienced in the area of criminal law, and zealously defends her clients both in and out of the courtroom. She has undoubtedly earned respect from and is well regarded by local counsel and local courts. I strongly recommend Attorney Knisely."
"Alyssa is sharp and won't be pushed around in court. She's got a wonderful reputation with the court and legal community. Two thumbs up!"
"Alyssa Knisely is an outstanding attorney with a strong work ethic and excellent courtroom presence. I have had the opportunity to try a case with her where we represented codefendants. She was very prepared and advocated sincerely and effectively on behalf of her client. Our jury returned not guilty verdicts in less than an hour on felony drug charges."
"I have worked with Attorney Alyssa Knisely for three years. Ms. Knisely is a dedicated attorney who cares about her clients. She is a zealous advocate and very well respected in the community. Her trial skills are outstanding and her courtroom demeanor is stellar. Ms. Knisely's devotion to the criminal law system is commendable and her future as a criminal defense attorney is promising."
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Experience
Honors
2007
Distinguished Service Award, The Widener University School of Law
Work Experience
2007 - 2011
Assistant Public Defender, Dauphin County Office of the Public Defender
Associations
2009 - Present
Dauphin County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Education
2007
The Widener University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2001
Harrisburg Area Community College
1999
Boiling Springs Jr./Sr. High School
Diploma
Languages
English
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