Kathryn Elizabeth Roberts

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Kathryn Elizabeth Roberts

also known as Kate Roberts

5.0
65 reviews
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Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 27 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Allentown, PA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Family

527 Hamilton Street, Allentown, PA

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About Kathryn

Biography

AGGRESSIVE CRIMINAL DEFENSE IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY FOR 27 YEARS. Free consultations Easy to reach, ALWAYS returns phone calls!

CRIMINAL DEFENSE IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY FOR 25 YEARS Free consultations Easy to reach, ALWAYS returns phone calls!

PFA (Protection from Abuse cases). Defending people who got served with a PFA or violation of a PFA, and assisting others who are seeking a PFA--preparation and understanding how your judge handles PFAs helps a lot! I can help you navigate and find strategies that work!

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 50%

28 years | 5,000 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 45%

Criminal defense in Lehigh and Northampton Counties, and federal court in the Eastern District of Pa.

28 years | 5,000 cases

45%
Family 5%

Protection-from-abuse (PFA) cases including contempt of PFA hearings.

28 years | 500 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 27 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law office of Kathryn Roberts, Esquire

527 Hamilton Street, Allentown, PA, 18101

AllentownCriminalLaw.com

Kathryn Elizabeth Roberts's Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by HANY | August 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Compassionate and Skillful Legal Representation

Mrs. Roberts is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose dedication, expertise, and professionalism truly set her apart. From the very beginning, she approached my case with honesty, clarity, and a strong command of the law. She kept me informed at every step, always took the time to answer my ...questions, and made sure I felt supported throughout a very difficult time. Her strategic thinking and courtroom presence were outstanding. It was clear she had not only thoroughly prepared but genuinely cared about achieving the best possible outcome for me — which she did. Thanks to her relentless efforts, the result exceeded my expectations. If you're looking for a lawyer who is sharp, reliable ,compassionate, and truly fights for her clients, I highly recommend Mrs. Roberts."

Posted by Soimary | October 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney

She’s a great lawyer

Kathryn been my lawyer and my family’s seen 2000 very professional educator respectful lawyer and really fight ls her cases I recommend her 100000 she’s the best She makes you feel like family Thank you for all your work

Posted by John | May 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Lawyer par Excellence

When using a Criminal lawyer, the one thing required is a professional who knows the job, explains the scenario, offers the best options and does not lie. Also the main factor is that the lawyer has to be prompt and truthful when it comes to answering back. In every scenario, Kathryn Roberts, Esquir...e stands out as a Lawyer par excellence. She fights for you, believes in you and tells you upfront what to expect. She got me out of a bad situation and is very responsive and caring. She understands your emotions and handles things very efficiently. Goes through every little bit of information, however miniscule it might seem and even reprimands and scolds you if you make a mistake. She fought hard and did exactly as she promised avoiding a criminal charge and even a fine. She fought for me every step of the way and believed in me, which was a blessing. I trusted her and she upheld my trust. I truly love this fantastic lady, more for her honesty and genuine affection she has for her clients and if I ever hear of someone who needs a hardworking resourceful criminal lawyer, it would be her. Number 1 choice is my review for her !

Posted by John Carlos | September 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

NOT GUILTY VERDICT IN MY SON'S TRIAL

Mrs. Roberts asked us to write her a review after she just won my son's trial with the jury. It went on for 3 days but she and my son spent 9 months preparing for the trial. I won't state my son's name (just the 1st name Joshua) so I don't embarass him but Mrs. Roberts you know who he is anyway. This... was in Northampton county. It was his 3rd DUI case but his 1st one was more than 10 years ago so it only counted as his 2nd case.My son didn't give his blood and he said he only had one beer when he was out with friends but then he rear-ended someone. He was insisting there was no way he was drunk for a dui case but of course no one believes you when you hit someone. SInce he didn't give his blood they were basing it off witnesses but then Mrs roberts got the camera footage and it showed my son as a young man looking pretty sober. So then police changed the story up a bit and came up with more "facts" claiming he did other things. Mrs roberts was able to show that one of those things wasn't true even though the other things were true and they still wouldn't drop the case so they ended up in a trial. It wasnt' cheap but it totally saved my son cause he wouldve lost his good job, gone to jail for at least 90 days and lost his license for at least a year and he has little kids to support. So we figured pay now for a lawyer and hope she can help or we all pay later when my son has a public defender instead of a lawyer and goes to jail and loses his job and we all have to pick up the pieces cause he's in jail. I didn't know mrs roberts before this case cause i never needed a criminal lawyer but a neighbor recommended her and we are so thankful that she didnt' give up fighting for my son. She will tell you the truth on if she can fight it and it will cost you to fight it all the way thru but totallly worth it for my son. Thanks again!

Posted by Nish | June 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Hire Her !!!!!

Where do I start? Attorney Kate is great at what she does which is defending you. My pending charges were high (Felony Aggravated assault, Domestic violence). The police report did not have all of the information which unfortunately made me look bad. It almost seemed impossible to get any help and pr...ove my innocence. I spoke to multiple lawyers about my case and most of them seemed dismissive like it was over for me. Attorney Kate was the only one who really sat down to listen and weighed my options from worst case to best case scenario and never sugar coated anything. She knows the system and is also very educated in the law. Most importantly she was extremely personable and sympathetic to my situation which is not easy to come by in lawyers. I knew what was going to happen every step of the way and I was prepared each time. Also she is great at getting back to you when you call. Attorney Kate eventually got my case dismissed. DISMISSED! Fairly quickly. I am studying to be a nurse and she saved my career and proved my innocence most importantly.

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2023

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

Best Research Article--A Unified Family Court for Pennsylvania, Family Law course--Villanova Law School

1998

Highest placement 1st year, Villanova Law Review

1997

CRIMINAL LAW GOLD IN MOOT COURT--1ST PLACE STUDENT COMPETITION, VILLANOVA LAW SCHOOL

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Private law firm, Law Offices of Kathryn Roberts, Esq--Allentown, Pa

2006 - Present

Federal Criminal defense attorney--Eastern District of Pa, Criminal Justice Act Panel Federal Defender

2020 - 2026

Instructor, Pa. State Police Academy--instructor on criminal procedure in DUI cases and cross examination in court

2000 - 2013

Public Defender, Lehigh County Public Defender--Allentown, Pa

1998 - 2000

Clerk, President Judge William H. Platt--Lehigh County, Allentown, Pa

1997 - 1997

Law clerk, Office of DHS in Phila, Pa

1997 - 1998

legal intern, Office of Protection from Abuse (PFA)-Phila

1996 - 1996

Law Clerk for Judge Paul Panepinto, First Judicial District Of Pennsylvania

1994 - 1995

caseworker, Lehigh Co. Office of Children & Youth (OCYS)

Associations

2018 - Present

Nazareth Area School District

Director

2006 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

member

1998 - Present

Lehigh County Bar Association

member

2012 - 2015

Bath Borough Council

elected member of town council

2007 - 2007

Rotary Club

winner/recipient of Rotary exchange to South Africa for 6 weeks

2000 - 2004

Lehigh County Bar Association

Executive Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. Harold Palmer

not guilty on most serious charge, guilty on lesser offense

Commonwealth v Miguel Ruiz

Not guilty by jury on 1st & 2nd degree murder, guilty of 3rd degree

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Education

1998

Villanova University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Ithaca College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1988

Southern Lehigh High School

high school

Speaking Engagements

2008

American Inns of Court

DUI law updates in PA

Publications

2000

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawye DUI LAW FOR JUVENILES IN PENNSYLVANIA: different standards and different consequences

1998

VILLANOVA 1998 MOOT COURT CHAMPIONSHIP BRIEF REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION UNDER THE ADA FOR A BLIND POLICE OFFICER

1998

FAMILY LAW JOURNAL A UNIFIED FAMILY COURT FOR PENNSYLVANIA

Languages

English

French

Spanish

Arabic

Activity

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