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

Virtual Consultation Available

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 17 reviews | General Knowledge

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 anonymous | February 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Above and beyond

I had another lawyer prior to Kathryn and after speaking to her for only 20 minutes, I felt confident that she was more knowledgeable of both the goings on in the DA's office but also her general knowledge of the law was impeccable. She was able to foresee many different directions that the case coul...d go and had a plan for every angle to arrive at a favorable outcome for me. If you want to win your case, I would highly recommend Kathryn Roberts. She has an excellent mind to predict the oppositions next move and use it to her advantage!

Posted by Kevin | October 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommend Attorney Roberts

A few years back I received a DUI and it was my first offense. . I was very worried and scared. I went on AVVO and looked for a lawyer that handles criminal cases. I saw that attorney Roberts had all 5 star reviews so I contacted her and hired her. I am very glad I did. She is very intelligent, kn...owledgeable, she has a great way of talking to you and keeping you calm. Her communication is wonderful and she is always in touch with you, never leaving you hanging. She helped so much with my DUI. I just recently needed her service again and she was just as amazing with my case. I highly recommend Attorney Roberts! She is the very best!

Posted by Angelica | September 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

GLAD I SEARCHED CAREFULLY

We hired Attorney Roberts for our son's DUI case along with a separate citation for public drunkenness at a local college. I spoke to many lawyers and I wasn't sure what I was looking for until I spoke with Ms Roberts. Immediately I recognized a difference. She explained honestly what were the typi...cal consequences and that the big wrinkle for us was that the cases were going on in different counties. Our son has a bright future in front of him and after so much investment in him, we didn't want it all thrown away by his bad choices as a kid in college. Ms. Roberts reminded us that he's not a "kid" (but he'll always be MY baby). We are not a family accustomed to criminal court proceedings and criminal law is foreign to us, plus we live in another state, though we visit our son frequently. But Ms. Roberts carefully explained everything from the beginning. We are so thankful to her and don't mind at all leaving a review, though we won't leave a last name for fear of reprisals on our son's future. Thanks very much Ms. Roberts and hope we won't need you again!

Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Best attorney in the Lehigh Valley

Unfortunately I've had to use Kate twice, she's a no-nonsense attorney, completely honest and will always work in your best interest, even if it's not what you want to hear. Very knowledgeable, and will always get you the best deal possible.

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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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