Robert J. Munley

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Robert J. Munley

4.7
126 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Peckville, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI ... +4 more

1522 Pennsylvania Ave, Peckville, PA

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About Robert

Biography

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Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Atty. Munley regularly represent clients charged with drug related crimes, all sex crimes, theft related offenses, and computer crimes. Competent representation of clients in sex cases required advanced knowledge of Megan's Law and SORNA regulations

50%
Personal Injury 15%

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DUI and DWI 10%

Approximately 50% of the cases Atty. Munley handles are DUI cases, representing drivers with their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd offense DUI. Atty. Munley represents drivers in the ARD program, and also in suppression hearings and jury trials.

10%
Violent Crime 10%

Atty. Munley routinely represent clients charged with simple assault, aggravated assault, and terroristic threats. Many of the cases involve weapons. These cases require comprehensive knowledge of the crimes code and weapon enhancements.

10%
Drug Crime 5%

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Expungement 5%

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Sex Crime 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 90 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Silver Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 29 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Robert J. Munley & Associates

1522 Pennsylvania Ave, Peckville, PA, 18452-2052

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Robert J. Munley's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Criminal Defense Attorney

Attorney Robert Munley was absolutely wonderful throughout my entire case. Beginning with my initial consultation, he made me feel very comfortable and at ease, ensuring me that he would work as hard as he could for me. Attorney Munley went above and beyond, giving my case his personal attention. T...hroughout the long duration of my case, we were in constant contact with each other and he was always available for questions and discussions. Attorney Munley won my case and I cannot thank him enough for his compassion, dedication and quality of service. I highly recommend Robert Munley as an excellent criminal defense attorney.

Posted by Christopher | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Great lawyer

Bob Munley is a very good lawyer, he went through everything with me more than once explained everything that was being done, and help me get the best possible outcome available. I would definitely recommend using bob Munley if you are in need of a good atourney..

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The best in the business...

This five star rating is the least I can do for the man that literally saved my life!! With this being my 4th DWI, my outcome was BEYOND grim! The best case scenario was supposed to be 30 days house arrest and that was a very long shot. I broke down in his office during our consultation after he spel...led everything out for me. Worse case scenario was FIVE YEARS IN STATE PRISON! I was inconsolable. He calmed me down and assured me that he would do everything in his power to keep me out of jail if that was possible. He sent me to an intensive outpatient program and advised me to go to AA meetings. I followed directions. My first day in court he secured a deal that even HE couldn't believe! My impending sentence went from a possible 1 to 5 years in jail down to a possible 10 days to 1 year (if I checked myself into rehab)!! How?? I don't know. No one believed me when I told them. My IOP counselor advised me not to get my hopes up because it just didn't "sound right" to him. I did exactly what I was told to do and spent 17 days in rehab. That was the best thing I've ever done for more than 1 reason. The main one being that my probation officer considered it to be time served on my 10 day to 1 year sentence. When she told me what her recommendation would be I was floored! To be honest, when I told Attorney Munley he sounded a little surprised too. After I was, officially, sentenced to 2 years probation and we left the courtroom Attorney Munley let me know that he had never seen such a favorable sentence in a case like mine. Typically, there would be some type of incarceration, whether house arrest or actual jail time. I will be eternally grateful to him for all of his hard work. I know that he sees cases like this every day but for this wife and mother of 5 it was like the end of the world for me. He kept me grounded without giving me false hope. Additionally, his fee was very reasonable. He's absolutely the best in the business. Thank you!!!

Posted by Pierce | August 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Most courteous, knowledgeable professional

Bob Munley is a kind, understanding human being, and an outstanding attorney. He represented me in an underage case. During initial consultation, he explained the process, and even suggested that I may not need an attorney, if the overseeing Judge has a First Offender Program. Bob's demeanor, experi...ence, and professionalism totally exceeded our expectations. My Family and I would recommend Attorney Munley wholeheartedly.

Posted by K. Killinger | June 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent lawyer and person, Highly recommended

It was through unfortunate circumstances that I had the pleasure of meeting attorney Munley and his assistant Sandi. Throughout our entire ordeal, Mr. Munley took his time to not only review every aspect of our case but also took his time to ease our worries. Mr. Munley did not just look at this case... as his job, he did not try to simply get another win under his belt, Mr. Munley looked at our case with every intention of clearing all charges because like any other good human being he knew the allegations brought forward were not only so far from the truth, he knew what kind of devastation it would inflict on not only myself but my family. He listened to every comment my family members had to make and he took his time to explain everything to us. He is by far not only the best lawyer I have dealt with, but he is also one of the most kind hearted human beings who genuinely cares about each one of his clients and their families. I would not only recommend him to others, I would use him again myself.

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Robert J. Munley's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Lampman

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Munley is an experienced and diligent lawyer. Whenever I see him in court he is fully prepared and has detailed information about his client to argue to their benefit. Many lawyers know the law, but it is clear that Attorney Munley also truly cares about his clients."

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Jason Mattioli

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob is a fantastic lawyer and an even better person. When I first started he always had the time to answer any and all of my questions about my cases and was an enormous role model for me. He was a major positive influence upon me and I would not be the attorney I am today without his guidance."

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Thomas Munley

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bob Is a fantastic criminal lawyer in both Monroe and Lackawanna County."

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Joseph McGraw

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Munley is known throughout the Northeastern Pennsylvania legal Community for both competence in his practice area and diligence in getting matters handled effectively. He carefully safeguards his clients interests throughout a proceeding and achieves successful results."

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Patrick Rogan

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney! Competent, diligent, and ethical."

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Jair Novajosky

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Attorney Munley. He is widely known throughout the legal community, lawyers and Judges alike as a master in his field. He is one of the few "true Certified Criminal Trial Specialists" and highly experienced in the courtroom. Over the course of many years, I personally witnessed many other defense attorneys seek out his guidance and opinions on cases of their own and have seen the highly favorable outcomes his representation provides for his clients."

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James Conaboy

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob is a fantastic attorney who works very hard and achieves fantastic results for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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James Munley

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Mulligan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edwin Abrahamsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Munley is an excellent criminal defense attorney. Any time I have had a client with any level of criminal trouble, I refer them to Attorney Munley without hesitation. He is skilled in all levels of criminal defense work and has helped my clients in all of Northeast Pennsylvania including Lackawanna, Pike, Monroe, and Wyoming Counties and beyond."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

Criminal Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy

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Death Penalty Certified, Penna. Supreme Court

Work Experience

1996 - Present

owner, Atty. Robert J. Munley

1999 - 2005

Public Defender, Lackawanna County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2005 - Present

Lackawanna County Bar Association, Criminal Rules Committee

Executive Committee

LackawannaBar Associations

Member

Monroe County Bar Association

Member

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Penna. Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. SH

Not Guilty

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Education

1996

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Marywood University

MA - Masters

1980

Pennsylvania State University, University Park (main campus)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

The Criminal Defense Trial From Start To Finish

Dynamic Use of Closing Arguments

Publications

2010

Continuing Legal Education Seminar publication Dynamic Use of Closing Arguments

Languages

English

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