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Richard Sherwood Roberts Jr.
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Biography
Attorney Roberts earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Elizabethtown College in Elizabethtown, PA. Upon graduation, Attorney Roberts began his first career in the logistics industry.
After five years of working in the logistics industry, he decided to return to school and attended Widener University School of Law in Wilmington, DE. While there Attorney Roberts was an Articles Editor for the Widener Law Review and a Vice President of the Widener Moot Court Honor Society. He graduated magna cum laude from Widener and was ranked 5th out of 236 students.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
12 years
Child Abuse
20%
9 years
DUI and DWI
20%
12 years
Federal Crime
20%
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 11 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Giaramita Law Offices, P.C.
70 East Broad Street, 2nd Floor, Bethlehem, PA, 18018
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Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Lawyer!
Someone in our family was being falsely accused and a friend recommended attorney Richard Roberts. We are so grateful we listened and hired Richard. He knows the law and was able to advocate for truth and justice. He is intelligent, confident, and persistent. We are thankful Richard is on our side a...
Posted by anonymous | July 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
Attorney Richard S. Roberts is the best attorney you will find. He is brilliant and with only less than 24 hours to prepare for our case- helped us win the victory! He is an asset to his profession and is skilled in the courtroom. He has my utmost respect and I implore you to contact Attorney Roberts...
Posted by anonymous | July 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family
Mom in need of Justice
I highly recommend Attorney Richard S. Roberts as he strongly advocates for justice and for the protection of your legal rights. He is professional, conscientious and compassionate towards the needs of precious children. He has just started on my case and he has helped my children tremendously. He i...
Posted by Jeremy | September 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney
1/2 of the justice brothers
Richard was great! He and Mike were both always available for any questions and I would recommend Richard to anyone.
Posted by Randy | August 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Took care of the charges
Rich worked efficiently to get my case taken care of & closed out. A down to earth attorney
Richard Sherwood Roberts Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"Richard Roberts is an exceptional attorney who fights diligently for his clients. I have worked with him on an Appeal to the Pennsylvania Superior Court and an appeal to the United States Third Circuit Court of Appeals. He stops at nothing to ensure a thoroughly competent representation. I would recommend him to anyone in need of excellent legal assistance."
"Richard Roberts has a commanding presence. When he walks into a room, you know he arrived. But this is a great trait for a defense attorney! His personal confidence shows in his ability to get great results on difficult traits that other attorneys may shy away from. He is both smart and aggressive. If you find yourself in the need of an attorney in the Lehigh Valley, I highly recommend that you contact Richard Roberts."
"Richard Roberts is knowledgeable, aggressive, and very talented in the courtroom. He fights very hard for his clients and is well-equipped to handle criminal matters of all kinds. He has also given lectures about Pennsylvania's gun laws."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of attending a DUI seminar with Rich, I quickly saw his dedication to and knowledge of the law. He fights hard for his clients and is well respected by his peers. I would recommend him to everyone."
"Great attorney! I attended the DRE overview course with him. He's the go-to attorney for DWI defense!!"
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Experience
Honors
2022
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2022
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2022
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2021
Admitted Attorney for Eastern District, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
2021
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2021
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2021
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2020
Eastern District Pennsylvania, Attorney in District Court
2017
"Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Training, NHTSA/IACP
2015
Attorney Of US Court of Appeals, US Court of Appeals For The Third Circuit
2015
Attorney In The District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
2015
Certificate Of Good Standing, Supreme Court Of Pennsylvania
2015
Certificate of Completion: ARIDE, Anthony D.Palacios
2015
Admitted as an attorney and Counselor of the US Court of Appeals, United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
2014
Certificate of Membership, NACDL
2014
Criminal Defense Attorney - DUI, NCDD
2014
Cert of completion (NHTSA)/ (IACP)(SFST) Practitioner course, (NHTSA)(IACP)(SFST)
2014
Certificate of Completion: SFST Practitioner, Platt and Associates
2014
Forensic Chromatography XII: Theory & Practice, Axion Training Institute, Inc. Analytical Laboratories, Inc
2014
Dean’s Honors List (Spring and Fall), Widener University School of Law
2014
Certificates of Achievement Criminal Procedure II, Widener University School of Law
2014
Certificates of Achievement Business Planning, Widener University School of Law
2013
Semi-Finalist Jurist Moot Court Competition (Spring), Widener University School of Law
2013
Certificates of Achievement Criminal Procedure I, Widener University School of Law
2013
Certificates of Achievement Federal Income Tax, Widener University School of Law
2013
Dean’s Honors List (Spring and Fall), Widener University School of Law
2013
Certificates of Achievement Alcohol, Vehicle, & the Law, Widener University School of Law
2013
Certificates of Achievement Interviewing and Counseling, Widener University School of Law
2012
Dean’s Honors List (Spring and Fall), Widener University School of Law
2012
Semi-Finalist Jurist Moot Court Competition (Spring), Widener University School of Law,
2011
Dean’s Honors List (Spring and Fall), Widener University School of Law
2011
Full Academic Scholarship (2011-2014), Widener University School of Law, Wilmington, DE
2011
Certificates of Achievement Property I, Widener University School of Law
2010
Dean’s Honors List (Fall), Widener University School of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Attorney, Giaramita Law Offices, P.C.
2018 - 2022
Associate, Zator Law
2014 - 2018
Litigation Associate, The McShane Firm, LLC
2012 - 2014
Senior Law Clerk, The McShane Firm, LLC
2011 - 2011
Judicial Intern, Northampton County, Easton, PA
Associations
2021 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2021 - Present
Pennsylvania Assocation of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2020 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Lehigh County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2014
DUI Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA)Member
2014 - 2014
National College for DUI DefenseMember
2014 - 2014
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa PhiMember
2014 - 2014
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2014
Dauphin County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2014
Widener’s Moot Court Team competingMember
2014 - 2014
Widener University School of LawTeam Captain
2011 - 2014
Widener University School of LawVice President/Competition Chairman New Member Competition
2010 - 2014
The American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Barnes
Superior Court held the maximum 40-year sentence was illegal and violated the Constitution as the jury did not find serious bodily injury.
Mother Fights CYS Conclusion that she abused her son.
Mother was removed from Childline database and she was cleared of abuse allegations.
Education
2014
Widener University School of Law, Wilmington, DE
JD - Magna cum laude
2005
Elizabethtown College, Elizabethtown, PA
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Handling first Pennsylvania DUI case (2021 Edition)
The basics of DUI Science
2021
Gun Law Seminar
Justified Use of Deadly force in Pennsylvania
2019
Gun Law Seminar
Justified Use of Deadly Force
2019
Code Enforcement Forum, Lehigh County’s Blight Remediation Project
Municipal Code Enforcement
Publications
2021
2021
Legal Blog
Lawyer up and Clam up
2020
2020
2020
Legal Blog
THE TIME TO HIRE AN ATTORNEY IS NOW
2020
2019
2018
At Issue (PA Bar)
Changing Demographics and How We Can Respond, Part Two
2018
At Issue (PA Bar)
Changing Demographics and How We Can Respond, Part One
2014
Voice for the Defense
PBT’s for Drugs: Oral Fluid Collection Devices
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What should I do? Do I refuse to be interviewed and wait to see if they have enough evidence for a warrant or go to interviews?
13 Apr 2023
Q&A
Should I get a lawyer or should I contact adult protective service? If I get a lawyer what type should I get?
26 Mar 2023
Q&A
How could I defend against a medical marijuana dui?
21 May 2021