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Joshua Robert Traver
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Biography
Josh focuses his practice on every aspect of criminal law including pre-arrest investigations, preliminary hearings, suppression motions, jury and non-jury trials, among other matters. He is an experienced litigator, having secured numerous acquittals at trial. Josh is quick to respond to questions and can translate complicated legal issues into effective, practical, and clear understandable advice for his clients.
Josh is a former Public Defender with Dauphin County where he represented clients at every stage of their legal cases. He joined private practice as an Associate at a small firm in Carlisle, Pennsylvania where his practice primarily focused on Family Law including divorce, custody and support, and adoptions.
Josh is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he studied criminology and pre-law. He moved to Central Pennsylvania to obtain his Juris Doctor from The Widener University Commonwealth Law School in Harrisburg. While still in law school, Josh worked with the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic representing indigent individuals in various areas of civil practice including divorces and custody disputes. He also interned at the Public Defender’s Offices of both Dauphin and Adams counties.
In his free time, he enjoys golfing, watching sports, and volunteering as a Mock Trial coach for the Widener University School of Law Mock Trial team.
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 9 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2016
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Location
Killian & Gephart, LLP
218 Pine Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101
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Posted by Antonia | June 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney
THE BEST OF THE BEST
Joshua is the best attorney around he really listens and makes you feel seen. He goes out of his way to help with the situation. He took a lot of time to make sure that everything that I stated was presented. He made me feel really comfortable during a really stressful time. 10 out of 10 would recomm...
Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Worth it!
I hired Mr. Traver to help with my citations. I met with other lawyers and they told me to just pay the fine. I didn't want to do that. I didn't do anything wrong. I took a hearing and was found not guilty. Thank you Mr. Traver.
Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best!!!!
Attorney Traver is a must hire! I was charged with a crime that i didn't do. I met with several lawyers and they all told me to plead guilty. When I met with Mr. Traver he listed to my story and told me to fight it. He was always available for a call and made the process so easy. Eventually my charge...
Posted by Ranel | February 16, 2022 | Criminal Defense
excellent council
i consulted with him about a friends case because I was unsure about the severity of the crime he broke it down for me and told me a few of the many outcomes. i appreciated the guidance
Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Nick
Hired Joshua , He is am Excellent attorney. very professional gets the job done. goes above and beyond
Joshua Robert Traver's Lawyer Endorsements
"Josh is extremely knowledgeable about criminal defense and has several years of experience. I first met Josh through the Trial Advocacy Honor Society at my law school, as he was one of my coaches. I learned a lot from his as a coach, and have since learned a lot from him as an attorney. He is a zealous advocate for his clients!"
"I highly recommend Josh Traver. He is an experienced and well seasoned trial attorney, who will advocate tirelessly on his client's behalf. Josh is fantastic with communicating with his clients to ensure they are well informed on their case and I have been impressed with his dedication in fighting to achieve the best possible results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Josh is an excellent trial attorney. I highly recommend Josh if you are looking for an experienced advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Josh has a great deal of courtroom experience, is extremely bright, tough when necessary and very understanding. I recommend you call him for any of your legal needs."
"Josh takes the time to listen to his clients' needs and concerns. His compassion for his clients combined with his passion for the law makes him a true advocate."
"Josh is an experienced litigator. He is willing to go the extra mile for his clients to ensure he is doing everything he can to get the best possible result!"
"It is clear that Joshua is dedicated to helping his clients, but I am most impressed by his enthusiasm to do all that he can to get them the results they seek. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Competition Winner, Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
CALI - highest scoring law student re: Evidence, Widener University School of Law
2015
CALI Award re: Legal Methods III: Criminal Practice, Widener University School of Law
2015
CALI Award re: PA Criminal Law, Widener University School of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Senior Associate Attorney, Killian and Gephart
2018 - Present
Mock Trial Coach, Widener School Of Law
2020 - 2022
Associate Attorney, Abom & Kutulakis, LLC
2016 - 2020
Assistant Public Defender, Dauphin County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2020 - Present
Cumberland County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Dauphin County Bar AssociationOfficer
2017 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
Education
2016
Widener University Commonwealth Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2013
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
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