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Biography
Douglas K. Marsico is a graduate of West Chester University and the Widener University School of Law. His primary concentration is in criminal defense, DUI defense, traffic violations and driver's licensing matters. He is admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania and the United State District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania.
Mr. Marsico began his law career as law clerk to the Honorable Richard A. Lewis, Court of Common Pleas, Dauphin County, and later served as a prosecutor in the Dauphin County District Attorney's office. For the past 15 years, Mr. Marsico has been in private practice representing hundreds of clients in criminal defense, DUI defense, traffic violations and drivers licensing matters. He has taught seminars on DUI, criminal and traffic law and is a well respected attorney in the central Pennsylvania area. Mr. Marsico is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, Dauphin County Bar Association, and the Pennsylvania Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
70%
30 years | 100 cases
Criminal Defense
15%
28 years | 100 cases
Litigation
5%
28 years | 100 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
5%
30 years | 100 cases
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Douglas K. Marsico
3631 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17110-1533
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Douglas K. Marsico's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent attorney. Very professional.
Doug did an excellent job helping me expunge a couple old charges. Very knowledgeable, and much better results than if I had tried to handle it on my own.
Posted by Lew | January 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
beyond expectations
Doug recently represented me in a serious traffic violation (3 summary offenses & 1 criminal offense). He convinced me that he was sure the criminal charge would be reduced. However, he got 3 charges dropped and the serious one reduced to a minor traffic offense with a small fine. No points & no s...
Posted by Brian | June 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommend
I had met with two attorneys concerning my DUI before consulting with Mr. Marsico. Ten minutes into the meeting, I knew he was the person I wanted to represent me. I had never required the services of an attorney before and I was very concerned. He made me feel at ease and did a really fine job of e...
Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Attorney
Mr. Marsico is an excellence attorney. While I was going through my second dui he made the process very easy. Great communication! I had great results on my court date. I recommend him a 100%.
Posted by anonymous | October 7, 2013
Excellent Representation
Doug represented me in a traffic hearing. Not only did he get the points reduced from 5 to 0, but the fine was reduced as well. This was well worth the money considering the possibility of driving school/hearing if I had received another ticket. It also prevented an increase in my insurance rate. I h...
Douglas K. Marsico's Lawyer Endorsements
"Doug Marsico is a knowledgable attorney with an excellent reputation for fighting for the best resolution of his client's cases. Put your trust in him, I would."
"I strongly endorse Doug Marsico as an excellent criminal defense lawyer. He is also always willing to assist other criminal defense lawyers with questions we might have regarding certain legal issues. Besides this Doug is one of the best young men you could meet on ALL levels in life. He is a great representative of our profession."
"Doug is an excellent criminal law attorney. I have had the good fortune of working with him on many cases over the years and he has always been a strong advocate for his clients. Attorney Marsico is very active in the local community. He is a Central Pennsylvanian - born and raised. He is smart. He is hard working. Perhaps, most importantly, he is very easy to talk to. He presents his clients with a straightforward summary of the law and how it will likely impact the facts of each individual case. I would strongly recommend Attorney Marsico for any criminal matter, including DUI cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
"Mr. Marsico is an excellent attorney. He works hard for his clients so that they receive the absolute best resolution to their case. Hiring Mr. Marsico for your case is a smart choice!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Attorney Marsico for a number of years and trust his opinion on issues related to DUI law and criminal defense. I have referred cases to him in the past and will continue to do so in the future."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Marsico is an accomplished and experienced DUI attorney. He is clearly the "go to" guy if you are in need of top tier legal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Doug for several years and his reputation for fighting for his clients is without doubt. He is dedicated, hard working and professional."
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"I highly recommend Attorney Marsico. He provides exemplary representation to his clients by using his knowledge of the law to obtain favorable resolutions. Other defense lawyers lawyers often turn to Attorney Marsico for advice on criminal issues."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Marsico is very proficient and thorough. He is performing an excellent professional service in representing my personal client who has a litigation defense matter in Dauphin County."
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"Doug Marsico is a lawyer's lawyer - he combines sharp intellect with a sound knowledge of the law. On the rare occasion that he encounters an issue that he is not familiar with he makes a point of getting to the bottom of it and has a wide network of lawyers and firms that he can consult with. For instance, our firm is in the eastern part of Pennsylvania, but Doug asks questions of our firm and we ask questions of him, comparing notes on how the various jurisdictions within Pennsylvania handle things and looking for new and innovative answers from other areas."
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Experience
Honors
1999
Dedicated Service to Fraternity, Sigma Phi Epsilon
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Partner, Caldwell & Kearns, P.C.
1995 - 1997
Deputy District Attorney, Dauphin County
1994 - 1995
Judicial Clerk to the Honorable Richard A. Lewis, Dauphin County
Associations
2009 - Present
Upper Allen Baseball AssociationBoard Member
1998 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
1998 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Criminal Law Section
1998 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
1994 - Present
Dauphin County Bar Association
1994 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Nesbit, 604 Pa. 349, 986 A.2d 62 (2009)
Instead of serving 90 days in jail, the client only had to serve 72 hours.
Bortz, v. Noon, 729 A.2d 555 (Pa. 1999)
Decision in favor of real estate licensees
Numerous DUI clients
Clients avoid jail and license suspensions, or minimize impact on employment and family.
Education
1993
Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg PA
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2012
Representing Residential Landlords and Tenants
Representing Residential Landlords and Tenants
2012
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2011
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2011
Institute of Real Estate Studies
Real Estate Law
2010
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2009
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2008
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2007
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2006
Traffic Law Practice in Pennsylvania
Traffic Law Practice in Pennsylvania
2006
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2005
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2005
Harrisburg Area Community College
Landlord and Tenant Law
2004
Representing Residential Landlords and Tenants
Representing Residential Landlords and Tenants
2004
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2003
Representing Residential Landlords and Tenants
Representing Residential Landlords and Tenants
2003
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Collateral Consequences of Criminal Convictions
2003
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2002
Landlord and Tenant Law
Landlord and Tenant Law
2002
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
2001
Minor Judiciary Education Board Certification Course and Continuing Education
Instructor Pa. Minor Judiciary Education Board
Publications
2012
Articles for Pennsylvania Association of Realtors
PARjustlisted.com
N/A
Pennsylvania Association of Realtors
Real Estate Reporter
N/A
Pennsylvania Association of Realtors
Significant Developments in Real Estate
N/A
Pennsylvania Minor Judiciary Education Board
Landlord and Tenant Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I got a DUI in PA and have a MD license. Will they take my MD license?
18 Sep 2012
Q&A
How can i find out if my dui is expunged?
30 Oct 2011
Q&A
How is probation time & community service hours decided for ARD?
17 Sep 2010