Joshua Robert Traver

Joshua Robert Traver

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 9 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Harrisburg, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Abuse, Family

218 Pine Street, Harrisburg, PA

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Pre-arrest investigations, preliminary hearings, suppression motions, jury and non-jury trials, among other matters.

10 years

60%
Child Abuse 30%

Children and Youth Investigations

30%
Family 10%

Divorce, Spousal and Child Support Hearings, Protection from Abuse ("PFA") Defense, and Custody

6 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

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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Joshua Robert Traver's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Criminal Defense

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...rs were dropped. I'm so thankful for Mr. Traver. Hire him!

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 Jacoby | June 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very satisfied with my representation.

When I was looking for a lawyer Mr Traver was not my option.but i believe in when its time for the healing process Some times things will go your way that you do not want. But Mr Traver as a lawyer knows how to cope with a client very good when ever he feel lile your agitated he says things to remind... you that you didn't come all this way to mess things up to keep your cool. When i first knew about mr Traver he worked at DC,Publinc defenders office and he was just in training then. 5 years later hes a lawyer lawyer and i got very lucky with him. I will say as a client if you cant disclose certain things with your lawyer and maybe come up with game plans together a Lawyer cannot help you.He used his knowledge and very good well speaking on my case he pointed out facts facts facts and argued alot on my case. He is a very supportive lawyer he keeps in touch and that is number 1 communication mr Traver has that prep he has that. Everything that went on with my case he got 3 charges proves non guilty verdict and that really changed because I took a big chance and did not take a deal of 3 charges that mr Traver got down to 2 and im happy with that .1 of them was an automatic so i was not worried about that. Mr Traver if a very good people person and deals with criminal situations and making it clear that a jury knows what doubt is. If your looking for a lawyer and you really Dont know i can say mr Traver is the best lawyer I've had for my first lawyer. Hes also honest if u tell him your opinion he will surely guide with you but your decision is your decision and i made a shark decision and all i can say is that mr Traver was the big shark in my case. With very good energy. Thankyou alot Mr Josh Traver

Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent lawyer!

My son had Mr. Traver when he was a Public Defender and he was excellent! We were nervous at first with having a public defender because of the stereotypes that they’re bad lawyers. Mr. Traver was the opposite! He took time out of his busy day to properly explain everything to my son. We were never o...ut of the loop. He fought for my son all the way to trial and he was found not guilty. Hire Mr. Traver!!!

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Joshua Robert Traver's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shannon Costa

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Stephanie Cesare

Family lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jason Jefferis

Unknown lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Josh is an excellent trial attorney. I highly recommend Josh if you are looking for an experienced advocate."

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John Abom

Family lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"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."

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Michael Aegbuniwe

Unknown lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Brian Platt

Family lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Linda Clotfelter

Unknown lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Shannon Costa

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Todd Williams

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Jason Jefferis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephanie Cesare

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Abom

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan White

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Aegbuniwe

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Platt

Criminal defense lawyer

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Linda Clotfelter

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

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 Association

Member

2017 - Present

Dauphin County Bar Association

Officer

2017 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

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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