Robert John Schefter Jr.

Robert John Schefter Jr.

also known as Bobby

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at York, PA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Litigation, Business, Estate Planning

2643 Carnegie Road, Suite B, York, PA

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 29 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1996

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Senft Schefter Ayers Law Firm

2643 Carnegie Road, Suite B, York, PA, 17402

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Robert John Schefter Jr.'s Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

66 Client Reviews

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Posted by April | March 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fantastic

My case was dropped thanks to Mr Schefter - he took care of everything and had my dismissal paperwork for me by the end of the day. Best money I ever spent! Thank you, Mr. Schefter!

Posted by Shane | February 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Representation

Robert went above and beyond all expectations I had from legal Consul. I did not have any concerns at any time during the process due to his and his teams speedy address and reconciliation of every bump in the road. My case was not straight forward and Mr. Schefter made the path painless and clear t...o a favorable outcome.

Posted by Brian | May 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

I cant say "Highly recomended..." I will say the ONLY lawyer I recommend.

After meeting with several lawyers, including one that you see billboards scattered across central Pa. All told me my case was not winnable, I was very discouraged. I contacted Robert and met with him in his office, Robert listened to everything I had to say and assured me that all was going to be o...k. He explained in terms I could understand that my case was complicated and a tough one for sure. Yet he said he was confident that he could get me the results I was looking for. This was great news, as I did not have good experiences with the previous lawyers I have met with. Robert made me feel comfortable, kept me informed with all options and changes along the way. If I called and had questions, he answered them. If he was not available at that time, he actually returned my calls! Once I sent a text (not realizing the time) well after business hours and he replied with answers to my questions immediately. Robert was honest, very knowledgeable and kept me well informed during the entire process and in no way arrogant or demeaning in any way. The research, time and attention he gave to my case was incredible and the result was a win for me. I have heard once that good representation is priceless. In my case, great representation was very affordable and more than fair! I hope to never need a lawyer again, but if I do Robert will be the only one I will call. Thank you again for everything you have done for me.

Posted by Mex | September 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very disappointed!!!

Mr Schefter Jr. Led me to believe he was going to fight for me in court, only to find out that was not the case! I'm not going to bash Mr Schefter for what he led me to believe but I'm very, very upset I picked him for my case! I would be happy to tell my situation to anyone that really wants to hear... feel free to contact me by e-mail[redact] I'm not sure you will ever see this review, from the looks of it only positive reviews get through! But word of mouth can go a long way!!!!!

Robert Schefter

Replied last September 19, 2016

One of the most important things in "fighting" for my clients is providing an honest, straight-forward evaluation of the case based on my 20 years of experience. What "Mex" fails to say is that I fought for him in court and had his DUI charge COMPLETELY DISMISSED prior to going to trial. However, "Mex" wanted more and wished to challenge an unrelated civil penalty associated with his case. I knew such a challenge was frivolous and advised "Mex" of this on several occasions. I also invited "Mex" to come to my office, free-of-charge, so I could show him the cases and explain the law further, but he declined and said that he understood. Now, well after the fact, and having never come in to see me about this matter, "Mex" posts this inaccurate negative review. I fight for my clients every single day, but I will not blow smoke and take a fee on a case that has zero chance of success. My clients deserve, and will always get, an honest expert opinion from me, even if it isn't always what they had hoped to hear; this is my duty.

Posted by anonymous | February 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Traffic accident

Mr. Schefter represented me in a traffic accident trial in which I pleaded not guilty. I was rear ended but was given a citation because the police officer & the driver that hit me said that I pulled out in front of the car that hit me. Thank goodness I had taken pictures of the scene & with Mr. Sche...fter representing me I was found not guilty. I had never been involved in anything like this before & was very nervous about the entire ordeal. A few days prior to the trial Mr. Schefter reviewed the questions he would ask me while under oath, he also gave me a good idea of what to expect from the judge, the police officer & the other driver. Having been well prepared I felt a bit less nervous about the situation. The morning of the trial, while waiting to go into the court room we reviewed everything again & Mr. Schefter told me to keep looking at him if I got nervous, that was the best tip he gave me. I was scared while testifying but concetrating on him put me more at ease & was able to tell my side of the incident with confidence. Mr. Schefter was very professional & did an excellent job, he made me feel confident knowing he was in my corner & believed in me. He is a wonderful attorney & a very kind man. I thank him & would highly recommend him.

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Robert John Schefter Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Penny Ayers

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Having known Robert and worked with him for many years, I can attest that he is one of the best attorneys I know. He offers years of experience, both as a former prosecutor, former in house counsel for a local construction company, and as an attorney who regularly appears before the York County courts. He offers excellent advice, and I trust his counsel implicitly."

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Cynthia Macdonald

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"After working with Mr. Schefter on a criminal matter, I know his competence in defending criminal and traffic charges. I don't hesitate to give his name as a referral for friends and family who need a lawyer in his area."

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Joshua Klein

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I dealt with Attorney Schefter when I was a prosecutor and found him to be a skilled DUI defense attorney that I highly recommend."

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Brian Strong

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bobby and I have known each other for many years and worked together in the DA's office. I do not handle criminal defense and whenever the need arises, I unhesitantly send any and all referrals of this type to Bob. He is aan excellent attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Presenter at annual DUI & Motor Vehicle Summit, Pennsylvania Assoc. of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2018

Distinguished- Peer Rated for High Professional Achievement, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Superior DUI Defense Attorney, National Association for DUI Defense

2016

Superior DUI Defense Attorney, National Association For DUI Defense

2015

Superior DUI Defense Attorney, National Association For DUI Defense

2014

Superior DUI Defense Attorney, National Association For DUI Defense

2013

Superior DUI Defense Attoney, National Association for DUI Defense

1999

Leadership York Executive Training Graduate, Leadership York

1996

Gourley Interscholastic Moot Court Competition Team Member, Dickinson School of Law

1995

Comments Editor, Dickinson Law Review

1995

Appellate Moot Court Board, Dickinson School of Law

1992

Phi Beta Kappa, University of Delaware

1992

Sigma Tau Delta English Honor Society, University of Delaware

1992

University Honors Writing Program Fellowship, University of Delaware

1992

Gold Key National Honor Society, University of Delaware

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Partner, Senft Law Firm

2001 - 2007

Of Counsel, BarleySnyder

1997 - 2001

Associate Attorney, BarleySnyder

1996 - 1997

Trial Deputy Prosecutor, York County District Attorney's Office

1995 - 1996

Clerk, The Honorable Kevin A. Hess

Associations

2013 - Present

National College for DUI Defense

General Member

2008 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

1996 - Present

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

1996 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Attorney Member

1996 - Present

York County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2006 - 2007

York County Bar Association

Board of Directors

1997 - 1998

York County Bar Association

Chairperson- Young Lawyers Division

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. W.S.

Not guilty verdict after trial.

Commonwealth v. J.T.

All charges dismissed by Magisterial District Judge after Preliminary Hearing.

Commonwealth v. G.M.

All charges dismissed by Magisterial District Judge after Preliminary Hearing.

Commonwealth v. L.T.

Motion Granted and all charges dismissed.

Commonwealth v. S.D.

Not guilty verdict on all charges

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Education

1996

Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of Delaware

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

DUI & Motor Vehicle Summit

DUI appellate case law on prior offenses

1997

DUI Seminar

DUI Law Update

Publications

1996

Dickinson Law Review Constitutionality of Pennsylvania's DUI Law

Languages

English

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