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

Call for a free evaluation of your case by Atty. Bob Munley, certified criminal trial attorney

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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 Melissa | June 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fair, honest and well respected in the courtroom.

Mr Munley always prepares you for the worst outcome. Yet every case he has represented our son with and theres been a couple he has proven to get the best possible results. Better than we ever expected. I can honestly say i trusted him with my sons future and wouldn't second guess his judgement or ad...vise for a second.

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The absolute best

I was arrested for a DUI last September. I was ashamed and scared, full of anxiety, and in need of an attorney. I heard through a friend that Robert J Munley was the absolute best, and boy did he live up to it. Bob immediately made me feel at ease and walked me through each step constantly reassuring... me we would have a positive outcome. Not only is Bob incredibly professional, he's also incredibly kind. He really makes you feel like he's going to fight for you, like he's going to get things done. Bob kept me out of jail and miraculously got me placed into the ARD program so that I could have the DUI expunged. Most people in NEPA already know Robert J Munley is the absolute best representation you can go with, but for the few that don't I would highly recommend him. Don't bother wasting your time looking anywhere else. My family and I will forever be grateful of his services.

Posted by Billy & Erika | April 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Hire this man!

If you happen to find yourself in the unfortunate position of needing a high quality defense attorney, then I highly recommend retaining Mr. Munley's services. Throughout our ordeal Mr. Munley went above and beyond, always making time to answer any questions we may have and always understanding of ...our predicament. Mr. Munley's calm demeanor and conservative nature serve to mask a brilliant mind, a vast knowledge of the law and an unwavering dedication to his clients. Mr. Munley was always up front and honest with us, informing us all the while of our best options and best course of action. Mr. Munley's staff is also of the highest caliber with special mention to Sandi who's sweet demeanor and angelic smile was always very comforting in an otherwise traumatic period. Mr. Munley gave us back our future and for that we are eternally grateful, if you're looking for a flashy attorney with no substance, who's only after a paycheck then look elsewhere, with Robert all you will get is a highly intelligent, decent, honest man, with the utmost integrity and the Will and know- how to get you the best possible outcome. We wish you good luck in these uncertain times, although if you hire Mr. Munley you probably won't need it.

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

Very Successful Outcome

We met with Bob a number of months ago, and from the beginning, he was honest and direct. Bob was successful in getting our criminal case involving fraud/deception charges moving in the right direction, and he was involved with understanding his young client and the events that transpired in the pas...t. He knew the law, and how to deal with people, and his manner was always professional. This was a very difficult time for us as we had never been involved with court and its proceedings. We all feel that Bob delivered a highly successful outcome today for our family!!! I personally feel that Robert Munley is a great lawyer and can tackle the toughest cases.

Posted by Lisa | February 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney

EXCEPTIONAL LEGAL SERVICE

I can't say enough about the professionalism and compassion of Robert Munley. He was exceedingly knowledgeable, ethical, personal, supportive and reassuring through a very difficult and humiliating experience. I would not hesitate to contact him in the future nor would I hesitate to recommend him t...o anyone in need of legal services. I know without a doubt that hiring Mr. Munley was the best decision I could have made to assist me in the aftermath of a very bad decision and he is the reason the outcome was the best it could possibly be.

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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

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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