Michael Victor Marinaro

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Michael Victor Marinaro

4.7
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lancaster, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

53 N Duke St Ste 1, Lancaster, PA

About Michael

Biography

Experienced • Knowledgeable • Aggressive

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

75%
DUI and DWI 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2018 2013
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1994

License Administratively Revoked

No misconduct found

Location

The Marinaro Law Firm

53 N Duke St Ste 1, Lancaster, PA, 17602-2840

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York Office

11 E. Market Street Suite 102, York, PA, 17401

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Michael Victor Marinaro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

47 Client Reviews

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Posted by Charles | October 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Not Guilty Of Robber and Shooting

Attorney Marinaro represented me in a case involving robbery and criminal attempted homicide. The prosecutor said I shot the victim in the stomach at point range and taking his wallet. The crime occurred in a high crime area with many surveillance videos. Marinaro tore this case apart. I was not ...seen on the videos. Shortly after my arrest the police never tested me for gunshot residue. Also, the gun was not located. If your in serious trouble go with this guy for your attorney. You won’t be sorry.

Posted by Drew | August 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mike Marinaro is Superman.

Mike Marinaro is Superman and he should wear a cape with a domond letter M on his chest. Considering the evidence against me Mike kept me out of jail and I am able to provide for my family and still see my kids Mike, thank you for believing in me and helping me in everystep of my case, thank you for... the time and effort you put in my case, thank you for sitting down and talking to me and explaining everything to me. You are more then an awesome lawyer, your an amazing freind to me, someone who helped me, and listened to me when I was afraid, and believed in me when I made a mistake. I wish more lawyers were like you and cared. I truly believe that angels walk among us and help us in dark times in our life, and Mike you truly are an angel sent from God, you not only helped me with my case but you helped me become a better person and move on from this and learn from this. I'll be forever in debt to you my freind. Not only is Mike an awesome lawyer but he has an amazing team working with him also.

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Not Guilty

I hired Attorney Marinaro because of his reputation for getting not guilty verdicts. I was not disappointed. My case was extremely difficult considering the evidence. Michael was very prepared and argued the defense which resulted in the jury coming back with not guilty on all charges. My family... and I highly recommend the Marinaro Law firm.

Posted by Deb | March 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent!

I hired Attorney Marinaro to represent me in a situation I got myself in that I would have been facing major jail time. Thanks to his hard work and dedication to my case he was able to get me a reduced house arrest sentence and minimal probation. I would recommend him to anyone who needs a lawyer th...at will be honest and upfront about your case, and dedicated to getting you the best outcome.

Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Awesome

I will always be greatful to Attorney Marinaro and his staff. I highly recommend Attorney Marinaro to anyone looking for a intelligent, skilled and determined attorney.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 100 Diplomat, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Criminal Trial Lawyers in Pennsylvania, National Trial Lawyers

2017

America's Top- 100 Attorneys-Lifetime Achievement, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2016

Top 10 Pennsylvania Attorneys, State of Pennsylvania

2016

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2016

Americas Top 100 Attorneys- Lifetime Achievement, Americas Top 100 Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminet 5.0 out of 5.0 Client Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Founding Member, ammerican association of premier DUI Attorneys

2014

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Lifetime Achievement, World Wide Registery

2008

Voted Top 3 Lawyers in County, Lancaster News

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Owner/Attorney, The Marinaro Law Firm

1984 - 1994

Forensic Scientist I, II, III; Expert Witness, Maryland State Police

Associations

2015 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

2015 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Top 100 trial attorneys

1995 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

member

1994 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

member

1994 - Present

Lancaster County Bar Association

member

1994 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

member

1993 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association, Family Law Section

member

1993 - Present

American Bar Association

member

Education

1993

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

City University of New York, John Jay College of Criminal Justice

N/A

Elon University

N/A

FBI Academy - Quantico, Virgnia

Speaking Engagements

1993

National Court Reporters Network Annual Seminar

Forensic Science

1992

National Conference

Testifying as an Expert Witness

Publications

1996

Continuing Legal Education Seminar publication Criminal Law, 1996 National Court Reporters Network Annual Seminar

1993

University of Baltimore School of Law - Law Review forensics and the law

Languages

Spanish

English

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