Caraciolo Law Group, P.C.200 N 3rd StSte 1600AHarrisburg, PA, 17101United States (717) 208-8359

Joseph D. Caraciolo

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Harrisburg, PA
Licensed for 18 years
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About Joseph

Areas of Practice:

Criminal
Family
General Civil Practice
Wills, Living Wills, Power of Attorney

Bar Admissions:

Pennsylvania, 2003
U.S. District Court, 2004

Education:
Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
JD
Mansfield University, Mansfield, PA, 2000
Bachelor of Arts
Honors: Philosophy Student of the Year
Major: English
Major: Philosophy

Published Works:
Updated and Edited Pennsylvania Drunk Driving Defense, Revere, 2005

Professional Associations and Memberships:
Cumberland County Bar Association

Past Employment Positions:
Law Offices of Patrick Lauer, Jr, 2002 – 2005

Pro Bono Activities:
Dauphin County Bar Association, 2005 – 2008

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.
18 years, 5,000 cases
Child custody: 20%
Including parents, grandparents, military, same-sex, and guardianship.
18 years, 500 cases
Divorce and separation: 20%
Including DIvorce, Alimony, Spousal Support, Alimony Pendente Lite, Equitable Distribution and other Property rights.
18 years, 500 cases
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.
18 years, 500 cases
Child support: 10%
Including Domestic Relations matters in support court, divorce court, alimony, alimony pendente lite, spousal support.
18 years, 500 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Caraciolo Law Group, P.C.

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

Caraciolo Law Group, P.C. web
Harrisburg Divorce & Family Lawyer

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
PA	Active	2003	07/01/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Avvo Contributions

Legal answers	50
Legal guides	2

Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2018
Rising Star	Super Lawyers Magazine	2013
Case Spotlight	Imhoff & Associates	2013
PA CLE	6th Annual Family Law Institute	2011
Pa CLE	14th Annual Family Law Update	2010

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Partner	Foreman & Caraciolo, P.C.	2005 - Present
Associate Attorney	Family and Criminal Firm, Camp Hill, PA	2002 - 2005

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
Cumberland County Bar Association	Member	N/A
Dauphin County Bar Association	Member	N/A

publications

Publication name	Title	Date
Revere Publishing	Pennsylvania Drunk Driving Defense	2005

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
Widener University	J.D.	2003
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania	BA - Bachelor of Arts	2000

speaking engagements

Conference name	Title	Date
CannaJobs	Marijuana Legalization efforts in PA	2015
Cannabis Career Institute	Marijuana Laws in Pennsylvania	2014
CCI	Cannabis Career Institute	2014
Cannabis Career Institute	Marijuana Legalization in Pennsylvania	2014

legal cases

Case name	Outcome
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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Simply the Best 2019

5.0 stars

Posted by Shendi
July 26, 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.

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Excellent Representation

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Posted by Claudia
May 31, 2019

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 facts 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.

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Best Lawyer !

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Posted by anonymous
March 12, 2019

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 job 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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Helped clear a falsely accused person

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Posted by anonymous
February 2, 2019

With a week to go before our initial hearing and with zero support from our current attorney, Joseph took over our case. Our old attorney provided no support and was simply bleeding our money. Joseph was able to work promptly to secure a continuance. Over the next 9 months Joseph’s professionalism and knowledge more than adequately prepared us for the hearing. The case was ruled in our favor thanks very much in part to the work and preparation that Joseph put in. I would recommend Joseph for all those falsely accused.

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Amazing

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Posted by Jen
October 3, 2018

Joseph is an exceptional lawyer. My experience with him had me at ease the entire time we were working through my case together. All of my questions were answered in a timely fashion. His staff is very welcoming when entering the office. He is better than tacos and beer!

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Grateful to have retained lawyer in long run

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Posted by Erica
August 7, 2018

In all honesty without the good ethics and patience to see through my case in the long run I wouldn’t be where I am today. Attorney Caracciolo is a dedicated, knowledgeable, and thorough lawyer with a sense of justice and I am forever grateful for his dedication to my family and I in our pursuit to our truth in court. He is worth the money to have represent your case.

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He saved my life

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Posted by EricaElizabethBlanton
September 3, 2016

Although I wasn't afford to retain Attorney Caraciolo to the end due to my financial state in the time we did work together he was professional and courteous. He shed light into the darkness and I give him credit for saving my life and opening my eyes to so much. I will forever be grateful to have worked with him and his for his help in my life. A wonderful lawyer, one of the finest in the area. He saved me from conspiracy and corruption.

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Professional and knowledgeable. He is there by your side.

5.0 stars

Posted by Axel
April 3, 2015

I have worked with attorney Caraciolo for several years and his learned mastery of the law at court has impressed me on many occasions. Should you require an attorney for criminal defense or family law he would be my first recommendation. Also, he is part of a full-service firm, so even if you have a different legal issue someone at this competent firm will be able to help you.

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He represented us in one of the worst times of our lives.

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
December 25, 2014

Thanks to the great job Mr. Caraciolo did we were able to fight false charges against and clear or names. Also helped us to improve our granddaughter's life. He helped us to put her in a better living environment by living with us.

He Is There For You!

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Posted by anonymous
June 21, 2011

After several years of being divorced, my ex husband breeched our Divorce Decree, affecting my kids monetarily. You know what they say, "you can mess with me but don't mess with my kids." Attorney Caraciolo handled my case in a very professional and timely manner, ending in a positive outcome. He was able to the retrieve a monetary settlement as requested. I highly recommend Attorney Caraciolo! He will be dedicated to your case and be there when you need him! He returns calls quickly and rates are very reasonable! Thank you very much for your dedication and help.

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Joseph Quinones, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 1, 2018
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Established attorney in the community who works with clients to create realistic goals and achieves them!

Gerard Mangieri, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 31, 2018
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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.

Karen DeMarco, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 27, 2014
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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.

Bruce Foreman, Unknown Attorney on May 18, 2011
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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Simply the Best 2019

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Excellent Representation

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Best Lawyer !

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Helped clear a falsely accused person

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Amazing

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Grateful to have retained lawyer in long run

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He saved my life

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Professional and knowledgeable. He is there by your side.

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He represented us in one of the worst times of our lives.

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He Is There For You!

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