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 Manjinder Singh | May 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Professional Lawyer

Mr Olexa is intelligent and dedicated lawyer towards his clients. He works extremely hard for clients who shall get the clear justice. Total Professional, Responsive are few characteristics he posses. I highly recommend Edward Olexa lawyer for his services to any client.

Posted by Christian | September 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

7-15 turned into probation.

Attorney Olexa, is one of the kindest and most reassuring men I have ever met, even with that said. He won't dance around your situation simply to make you feel better. He will state the facts as they stand for you. He will ensure you know every possible outcome of your case, even if it wasn't what y...ou wanted to hear. That's a strong testament toward his character and his legal knowledge. Even greater a testament is his attitude toward clients, he cares for those who employ him at a level above and beyond I had ever expected. I left my previous attorney to hire him as, my previous attorney met none of my needs, legal or personal. Attorney Olexa won't just meet your needs, he will go above and beyond them. Any question you have about your case, he or Dave will answer in a timely fashion. Attorney Olexa is highly regarded in the courts for solid reasons - He was once a DA, so he's seen the opposition. He knows the opposition and how they think. And that's his strongest point he's strategic. This is chess to him, and he has the considerable advantage of knowing how the opponent thinks. If you ever find yourself on the wrong end of the law, you can't do better than Ed Olexa & Co. And to those worried about prices, he's affordable. But even if he weren't, you can't attach a price to your freedom, and above all else that's what he's fighting for.

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Difficult Case, Great Outcome

In 2017 I had gotten a dui on thanksgiving for taking my prescription medication although I had not been drinking and at my destination I was charged with the highest tier DUI and with it being my 2nd, my first being 8yrs ago and the fact that I work in NYC and live in NJ, this was a very unique and ...difficult case but thankfully attorney Olexa was suggested to me. Attoney Olexa gave me the very best representation, helping and answering all the questions I had through the process, if he suggests that something will give you the best possible outcome I suggest listening to exactly what he says. He was able to have my charges dropped significantly lower, at one point, early on in the case I was looking at min. 90 days max 5 yrs house areest or jail. It was dropped to the lowest drinking DUI with a min. 5 days max 90, and was given 20 days house arrest and 6mo probation along with some classes and community service. Without attorney Olexa I would hate to even imagine what my outcome would have been and although my sentencing just happened on the 23rd and his job was over with, he made me feel comfortable in the sense that he said I can contact him at any point if I need help with anything or have any questions as I’ll be looking to try and have my probation transferred to NJ once my 20 days is up. Ed Olexa is by far the best representation in the area so if you’re in a difficult situation as I was and want the best lawyer in the area I highly suggest giving ed a call.

Posted by Jeff | November 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional, knowledgeable, compassionate, highly recommend

I choose Ed Olexa because of his past experience as an assistant district attorney. As it would turn out, that knowledge is what led to the charges against me being disapproved. From the very beginning I was impressed with Ed. When a hearing was being set for my bail, Ed scheduled it so that I could ...finish my workday. When I got there just in time for my scheduled time, Ed had already had my bail set and I was released under my own recoganance, not having to post any money. When we got to the preliminary hearing, Ed tried to negotiate with my former employer who had brought the charges against me. They were not interested in any monetary resolution, just seeing me convicted to the fullest extent permitted. Ed knew there was a possibility the charges could be thrown out due to the amount of time that had elapsed from when the charges were initially filed. He advised me to waive my right to a preliminary hearing because if the charges were dropped, charges could be refiled and I would loose the best thing I had going for me in the amount of time. We did that, and when it moved forward to the district attorney, he disapproved the charges due to the amount of time that had elapsed. His stratagey due to his past experience as an assistant district attorney had paid off with the best possible result for me. Ed also worked with me in paying him in allowing me to make payments. I enjoyed talking to Kathy in his office when calling in my payments which actually that more enjoyable than you think. Thanks again Ed and staff.

Posted by Jaclyn | April 14, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Highly knowledgeable and Quick-whitted

I had hired Attorney Olexa for traffic violations based on several referal's. I am very pleased I did. He handled my case to the best of his kownledge and went out of his way to research my citiations to find previous cases similiar to mine. His office stayed in touch with me throught the whole pro...ceeding until the court date which was very nice. I would highly refer him to anyone that would need any assistance with cases that pertain to his field:)

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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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