Joseph D. Caraciolo

Joseph D. Caraciolo

4.5
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Harrisburg, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

200 N 3rd St, Ste 1600A, Harrisburg, PA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025
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About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

Including all levels of criminal prosecution including Magisterial District Court, Court of Common Pleas, and United States Federal Court. Violent crimes, Drug Crimes, Traffic and alcohol related offenses.

22 years | 5,000 cases

35%
Child Custody 20%

Including parents, grandparents, military, same-sex, and guardianship.

22 years | 500 cases

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Including DIvorce, Alimony, Spousal Support, Alimony Pendente Lite, Equitable Distribution and other Property rights.

22 years | 500 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 15%

Driving After Imbibing or Under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or a combination of both. Including Driving under suspension related to DUI and other drug and alcohol offenses.

22 years | 500 cases

15%
Child Support 10%

Including Domestic Relations matters in support court, divorce court, alimony, alimony pendente lite, spousal support.

22 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 22 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2003

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

Location

Caraciolo Law Group, P.C.

200 N 3rd St, Ste 1600A, Harrisburg, PA, 17101

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Joseph D. Caraciolo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

5 star (15)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by Jahmoni | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Do not hire!!! He is a lier

He disappeared. He stop going to court when I paid him in full. I was arrested and sat in jail because he missed court dates. When I finally got a hold of him he said he would give my money back. And right after that blocked me. I live in Atlanta ga for him to do me like that. I have no words. Now I... have to hire a new one

Posted by Tcb | September 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He’s gone. Disappeared. Left clients hanging

It appears he disappeared around June 2024. He stopped attending court dates. His phones do not work. His office is abandoned. No forwarding phone numbers or addresses work. No one can find him.

Posted by Shendi | July 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Simply the Best 2019

Joseph Caraciolo was thorough and helpful. He made sure that I understood the process of which we were working through. He was friendly and professional and worked very hard to achieve my desired outcome. I would highly recommend him to ANYONE in need of an excellent attorney. He far surpassed all of... my expectations! Thank you Joseph Caraciolo.

Posted by Claudia | May 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Representation

excellent! Throughout my entire case Attorney Caraciolo was attentive, professional, knowledgeable and no fuss. With the utmost professionalism and integrity he defended me in court. He was a pillar of strength and support throughout my testimony. Attorney Caraciolo’s presentation of the fact...s of the case and his knowledge of the law ultimately left no doubt of my innocence and we won! Throughout my professional career I been working with many attorneys and from start to finish of my case I been impressed with his professionalism, knowledge, integrity but most of all his zest in defending me . Many grateful and heartfelt thank you to Attorney Caraciolo and his awesome staff! as well.

Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Lawyer !

In my time of urgent need, Joseph immediately took over my case and helped fix what my previous lawyer couldn't. He spent countless hours on the phone with me and treated me like a client he has for years. I needed a lawyer to assist with providing additional background to a charge to HR for a new jo...b opportunity. He immediately took the time to understand my background, my previous case, my needs and provided a solution. I have now retained Joseph to assist with helping me rectify this previous case and I appreciate how he always makes time to speak with me.

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Joseph D. Caraciolo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Quinones

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Established attorney in the community who works with clients to create realistic goals and achieves them!"

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Gerard Mangieri

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Joe is a talented trial lawyer and consummate professional. He is at home in the courtroom and his willingness to fight on behalf of his clients leads to favorable results. Most importantly, Joe treats his clients with respect and they appreciate his down-to-earth demeanor and practical approach to practicing law."

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Karen DeMarco

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Attorney Caraciolo is an extremely aggressive and knowledgeable attorney in criminal defense and family law matters. He has served as a mentor to young lawyers such as myself and is well respected throughout Central Pennsylvania. I have personally observed the care he puts into each case and the passion he brings to the courtroom. I highly recommend Attorney Caraciolo."

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Bruce Foreman

Unknown lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joseph Caraciolo and his firm are very knowledgeable and skilled attorneys in the field of Family Law and Criminal Defense. Foreman & Caraciolo strives to handle each and every case personally and responsibly and with the utmost professionalism."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Temporary Suspension issued in PA, 2025

updated on 06/02/2025

Temporary suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Case Spotlight, Imhoff & Associates

2011

PA CLE, 6th Annual Family Law Institute

2010

Pa CLE, 14th Annual Family Law Update

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, Foreman & Caraciolo, P.C.

2002 - 2005

Associate Attorney, Family and Criminal Firm, Camp Hill, PA

Associations

Cumberland County Bar Association

Member

Dauphin County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Vermeersch

Mistrial

Commonwealth v. Morgan

Not Guilty

Bingamen v. Bingamen

Our Client was granted the divorce despite now ex-wife's claims.

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Education

2003

Widener University

J.D.

2000

Mansfield University of Pennsylvania

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Cannabis Career Institute Marijuana Legalization in Pennsylvania

2014

Cannabis Career Institute Marijuana Laws in Pennsylvania

Publications

2005

Revere Publishing Pennsylvania Drunk Driving Defense

Languages

English

Activity

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