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also known as Jay Abom
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I have more than 29 years’ experience in criminal law. I am a veteran litigator and a death penalty-certified attorney who has succeeded in keeping clients off death row. I defend those charged with crimes in state and federal court; I also advise clients in wills and estate administration.
I co-founded Abom & Kutulakis - Attorneys at Law - in 2001, with the late Jason P. Kutulakis. I have served as a United States Criminal Justice Act Panel Attorney since 2003, representing indigent federal criminal defendants before the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, the Federal Third Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.
I have been certified as a Criminal Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, I serve as a Hearing Officer for the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and I have been elected twice to serve on the Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
I am an alum of Brown University and The Dickinson School of Law. I live in Carlisle and serve as Solicitor for the Downtown Carlisle Association. Previously, I was a longtime volunteer with Cumberland Valley School District’s Eagle Foundation and was a former coach for the Cumberland Valley Rugby Club.
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1996
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2 West High Street, Carlisle, PA, 17013
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183 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg, PA, 17201
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Posted by William | January 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney
John Abom is an extraordinary attorney. He represented my son in a criminal case and his insights and advice were instrumental in insuring the best possible outcome. His response to queries was exceptional. As far as billing Attorney Abom’s firm maintains very high and fair standards. It was a painl...
Posted by Jon | May 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Amazing outcome!! I hired Jay for my Federal case. I was on pretrial for 2 1/2 years. I was facing five to twenty years in prison on a drug case. Jay helped me through each stage of the process. Because I was willing to do the work along with Jays good work and overwhelming support from my family, ...
Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Jay really helped us along the journey in this scary time. Jay assured me from the beginning that everything was going to be okay. It was a long and hard journey walking through this, but I’m so glad that Jay was walking with us, helping us, and fighting for us even in ways we didn’t see. What a trem...
Posted by Ken | January 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Jay has handled our case(s) over numerous years and has remained a loyal and a professional confidant for many years. In fact you might say he is a friend too the whole family handling many different aspects of life. Several of our cases required extensive research and great attention to the law whi...
Posted by Kenny | November 13, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
We recently had a consultation with John Abom, and he was outstanding. He was prompt and incredibly thorough, carefully reviewing all of our materials and going systematically through each part of the case. His attention to detail, knowledge of the law, and clear explanations helped us understand ou...
"Since working at Abom & Kutulakis, I feel like I have joined a family and am fortunate to work alongside such excellent attorneys. As the firm's senior partner and named partner, Jay deserves credit for fostering such a perfect environment and team at his firm. Since working here, I have found him to be an outstanding mentor and someone devoted to the success of his attorneys and everyone who works at this firm. As an attorney, I have found him to be a venerable force of nature in his careful and meticulous court examinations and a master strategist in handling cases."
"Jay is a respected and experienced defense attorney within the legal community. He takes the time to assure his clients are well prepared on what to expect. I would highly recommend Jay Abom to anyone in need of representation."
"I highly recommend Jay Abom. His experience, intelligence, and relentless work ethic make him one of the best. Those facing a legal situation often feel anxious and overwhelmed by the unknown. Jay thoroughly educates everyone he meets with so they know what to expect. He works with his clients and fights for them to achieve the best possible outcome in every case."
"Jay is a well-respected defense attorney. When Jay speaks, prosecutors and judges throughout Pennsylvania listen. Jay goes to great lengths to ensure his clients are educated in all of their options going forward. Many criminal defendants experience great anxiety about their cases, and often times this is due to fear of the unknown i.e. lack of experience in the criminal justice system. Jay has an aptitude for empowering these clients through education, putting minds at ease without sugar coating the truth."
"Jay is an excellent attorney and an effective advocate for his clients. He uses his breadth of experience and eye for detail to provide judicious advice to his clients, and diligently works to achieve the best possible outcome for them. Whenever clients walk into court with Jay, they have a knowledgeable, well-prepared attorney by their side."
"Jay and have been in practice together since 2001. His legal acumen and dedication is unsurpassed. He is a leader in the defense bar and recognized for his professionalism and commitment to clients. I am proud to be in practice with him!"
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Board Certified, National Board of Legal Specialty Certification
1996 - 2001
Deputy District Attorney, Cumberland County District Attorney's Office
2017 - Present
Downtown Carlisle AssociationSoliticor
2008 - Present
Cumb Co Criminal SectionChairman
2001 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2001 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard Member
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1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
A..B
2016
Federal Criminal Law Update
2015
2015 Criminal Law Update
2015
Getting to Not Guilty
2014
Ethics in Criminal Cases
2013
2013 PACDL Annual Meeting
2013
Sentencing Advocacy and Hot Topics
2012
Ethics of Handling Evidence and Discovery
2010
Criminal proceedure/law
English
Spanish
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John earned significant contribution points in 2013.
What will the cops do if I leave at 18 and my parents call the cops?do I have to give a statement?
29 Jan 2021
To be given immunity through the Good Samaritan Law, must you of been given Narcan?
19 Apr 2020
I have made 4 monthly payments for traffic citations in P but my fifth payment was not received though I sent it in. What to do.
19 Apr 2020