With an Avvo rating of 10.0, Attorney Elisabeth K. H. Pasqualini is recognized in her community as a fearless and reliable defense lawyer who looks after her clients. In her 15+ years of professional experience practicing criminal defense, she has handled 1,000 cases at both the state and federal level, successfully defending clients charged with rape, aggravated assault, drug offenses, and other misdemeanors. She also has 11 years of experience defending clients charged with white collar crimes, sex offense, drug trafficking, and firearms offenses, and she regularly achieves court dismissals or “Not Guilty” verdicts for her clients. Whether advocating to drop charges or argue against severe penalties, Attorney Pasqualini will fight aggressively for you. You deserve a fearless trial attorney like her who knows the law and how to work with it. For reliable and winning representation in court, contact Attorney Pasqualini at EKHP Law, LLC today.
Practice areas
The bulk of my practice involves defending people who have been charged with sex related crimes. Sex crime litigation can be very complex and requires an advocate who knows and understands the laws specific to sex crimes. If you or a loved one is charged with a sex crime, make sure your attorney has significant experience dealing specifically with sex crimes. The consequences are severe and the pitfalls abound for those who may not be up to date in this area of the law
17 years, 300 cases
Ms. Pasqualini is an accomplished litigator who focuses her practice on criminal defense at both the federal and state level. Ms. Pasqualini sucessfully defended persons charged with rape, aggravated assault, drug offenses, and misdemeanors regularly achieving Not Guilty jury verdicts for her clients. Even when was not trial counsel in a sex offense case, she defends people against being classified as a Sexually Violent Predator at sentencing, thus avoiding serious Megan's Law consequences.
17 years, 1,000 cases
Ms. Pasqualini has an active federal practice defending persons charged with white collar crimes, sex offenses, drug trafficking, and firearms offenses throughout the Middle District of PA. Legal respresentation is crucial from the earliest stage of a federal investigation. If you have received a target letter or grand jury subpoena, seek legal advice immediately. Often, the most favorable time to negotiate is before an Indictment.
13 years, 100 cases
I have handled many DUI cases at both the preliminary hearing level, court ARD, and trial. I have had many successful results, including all out dismissals and not guilty verdicts.
17 years, 500 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Active | 2005 | 03/15/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2018 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2017 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2015 |
Martin Luther King, Jr., Diversity Award | University of Maryland | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Principal | EKHPLaw, LLC | 2020 - Present |
Criminal Section Division Leader | Shaffer & Engle, LLC | 2010 - 2020 |
Assistant Public Defender | Dauphin County Public Defender's Office | 2006 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Pennsylvania Horse Breeder's Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Federal Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2009 - Present |
Dauphin County Bar Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
Phi Delta Phi | Member | 2004 - Present |
Boiling Springs Midget Football Corporation | Treasurer | 2013 - 2015 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Blog | Shaffer & Engle Criminal Law Blog | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Maryland School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2005 |
University of Phoenix | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2002 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Continuing Legal Education Instruction | Defending Sex Crimes | 2017 |
Presentation to AP History Students | Gideon v. Wainwright | 2013 |
News analysis of Zimmerman Trial | Zimmerman Trial | 2013 |
NJ v. E.J. | Applicability of Adam Walsh Act | 2012 |
Live news interview | Jerry Sandusky case | 2012 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Commonwealth v. Ibn-Bashir | Client Found Not Guilty of Indecent Assault |
Commonwealth v. E.F. | Client found NOT GUILTY of Sexual Assault and Aggravated Indecent Assault |
Commonwealth v. J.K. , et. al | Removal from Adam Walsh Act registration requirements. |
United States v. Williams, Middle District, PA | Client plead guilty to simple possession of 33 pounds marijuana for a time served sentence on the eve of trial |
United States v. Fraguela-Casanova | Evidence Suppressed |
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Roger Laguna, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 27, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Elisabeth is a highly skilled and experienced lawyer who knows how to get results.
Bryan DePowell, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Roger Laguna, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 27, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Elisabeth is a highly skilled and experienced lawyer who knows how to get results.
Bryan DePowell, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Brian Jordan, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 3, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Joseph Curcillo, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 16, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked as co-counsel with Elisabeth. She is a great asset for the defense.
Jeffrey Engle, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 9, 2011
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I have known this attorney for 10 years. Elisabeth is a 'go getter!' She is smart and very aggressive. She has a 'take no prisoners' mentality. If you need an attorney that will passionately represent you, look no further...she's it!
Alyssa Knisely, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 4, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Elisabeth Pasqualini is a fantastic attorney, and I would highly recommend her as a Criminal Defense Attorney. I had the privilege of working with Attorney Pasqualini for almost two years, and throughout that time period, she was a wonderful mentor and role model. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field, and has a personality that exudes confidence and candor. I have personally observed her demeanor in both the courtroom and with clients, and honestly have been nothing less than impressed with her abilities. Attorney Pasqualini has a "know when to hold 'em and know when to fold 'em" attitude and approach to her cases that in my opinion, is extremely important in seeking and evaluating quality representation.