Edward Michael Olexa

Edward Michael Olexa

also known as Ed Olexa

4.9
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Hazleton, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family, Personal Injury

81 S. Church St., Suite A, Hazleton, PA

About Edward

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Now accepting new criminal cases from traffic citations to misdemeanors to felonies and homicide. Assaults, sex crimes, drug offenses, theft. Megan's Law. Criminal Appeals. Expungements. House Arrest & Work Release.

18 years

50%
DUI and DWI 25%

ARD Program, House Arrest Programs, Intermediate Punishment, Accidents, Challenges to Chemical Testing, Driver's License Issues & Restoration

20 years

25%
Personal Injury 5%

Automobile & Trucking Accidents, Slip & Fall, Wrongful Death

18 years

5%

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 19 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Olexa & Casari

81 S. Church St., Suite A, Hazleton, PA, 18201

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Edward Michael Olexa's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Lawyer

Mr. Olexa did as he stated, I'm very pleased with his representation.

Posted by Scott | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

EXCELLENT Criminal Defense Attorney. Attorney Olexa handled my case with utmost professionalism, & DELIVERED EXCELLENT RESULTS!

I am deeply grateful to Attorney Olexa and his entire staff for the manner in which they handled my case--beginning to end. Ed is very well-versed in both the law and how the system works. I found him to be thorough and truly committed to representing me. His efforts resulted in 4 charges being dropp...ed completely, AND he was able to get me a favorable sentence (no prison). From the first consultation to my final day in court I knew Ed was working very hard for me and my family, with only my best interests at heart. I had some very serious criminal (drug, felony) charges and Ed was very clear in explaining what I was up against, and what he was planning to do in my defense. In return, I paid his very fair fee and pledged my honesty is helping him defend me. He delivered, consistently. Since you're reading this review you may be considering retaining Attorney Olexa. I encourage you to retain him. He WILL fight for you. And he will treat you with respect. Thanks Ed.

Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Attorney in the Area by FAR!!!!

I hired Attorney Edward Olexa twice,and would never turn to anyone else but him with legal issues.If you are in a jam,then this is the attorney you need! He really focused on his clients and does all the research possible to do the best for you and your case. When I felt like all hope was lost a...nd was facing a lot of time for a new charge,Attorney Ed Olexa did the absolute NEST job Ibe ever seen a lawyer do.He had my case thrown at preliminary because he did his homework on my case and knew exactly what to do to have it dismisses.Friendly,reliable,and the most knowledgable attorney I know.If you are like me and are in legal trouble and feel like you lost all hope,hire Attorney Edward Olexa to get the job done!I can't say enough wonderful things about this man!

Posted by Pamela | May 25, 2014 | DUI & DWI

THIS LAWYER WILL BE YOUR BEST CHOICE!

I was wrongly accused of a DUI. I didn't know where to turn. My family and my reputation were at stake, and the stress was killing me. I was referred to Attorney Olexa and as soon as I met him my mind was put at ease. He understood how important this case was, and thoroughly investigated it. He ...confronted the police and got the charges DISMISSED! Now he's helping me to clear my arrest record. This guy was a master in court, I couldn't believe it! It was worth every penny and I owe my life to him. He believed in me, and that's priceless. I can now move on with my life.

Posted by Ashley and Bill | May 27, 2013 | Criminal Defense

My personal Opinon go with someone else.

I am from Tennessee..know alot of good lawyers in Tennessee, in fact alot of family members are good Lawyers...Sadly my Husband's mess up is in PA where i am not from., but If you are just going in front of a Magistrate...well, He would be okay i guess... But if you had to go infront of the Court of ...Common Pleas, You would be better off representing your self! was told 90 days in county "done deal". Turned into a State 1 to 2. How do you mess up what you tell me is a done deal and not at any time tell me there would be a possiblity of a 1 to 2. Total waste of Money.

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Education

2003

Syracuse University College of Law

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

Languages

English

Spanish

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