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 Megan | August 07, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Like having a lawyer in your family

At one time, everyone always says, 'I wish we had a lawyer in the family..' Atty. Munley has a way to make you feel like he's working for you as a family member would. He makes you feel that every question asked, interaction met, and situation faced with is taken with ease. Atty Munley has represente...d me three times on some, what I felt, very hard cases and everything he promised, not only came true but, he made the situation better. I was always well informed of where we stood, what would happen next, and it always seemed that, as soon as he knew, I immediately received a phone call and I knew. Atty Munley is the only lawyer I would ever have the pleasure of calling when needed; as, nobody else compares. He will always work with you on anything and treats your case like it's the most important one, even though I knew how busy he actually was at the time. Atty Munley is, by far, the best referral I could have been given and it's extremely clear why he's referred to by so many!

Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Professional excellence

Attorney Munley is a great lawyer that goes above and beyond for his clients. Mr. Munley makes you feel like you are the only client he has and is always there too explain or go over the legal issues you are experiencing. Mr.Munley did a lot more for me than I thought could be possibly done. He gave ...different suggestions and strategies on how too handle my case and was willing too go over them with me and help too determine what would be the best results. Having an attorney that you can call and actually have them call you back that same day is a wonderful thing too have when you are dealing with possible legal punishment or obligations. If it wasn't for Mr.Munley I don't know where I would be. He fought extremely hard for me and I would refer him too anybody I know that is experiencing legal issues of any kind.

Posted by Brett | August 07, 2015 | Criminal Defense

This man saved my future

Robert has been a big help in making sure my criminal record stays clean by extensively reviewing my cases and working with law enforcement in court to get my charges reduced . He always looked to push for the best possible outcome in my cases. I went to Robert for two separate criminal cases of mine... in hopes of working to reduce my punishment in court. My first case involved possession of marijuana/marijuana paraphernalia/possession of a controlled substance not in my name/false identification card. I went to Robert's office to review the case by talking about what happened so he could make the best possible decision for me. Robert was able to work it out with the cop and judge to allow me to be put on the ARD program. The second case involved three counts of corruption of minors and an underage drinking. I received these charges while on ARD which could have resulted in termination from the program and a retrial for the first case. Robert was able to talk to the arresting cop and DA to work out a plan to withdraw my original corruption and underage charges and agree to charge me with a summary disorderly conduct charge thus resulting in allowing me to stay on the ARD program. Robert has made sure that once the punishments for both cases are carried out and completed, I may begin to expunge all charges and once again live my life with a clean criminal record. I would highly recommend Robert's practice to anyone. Because of Robert, I can continue to stay in college studying the career that I love without worrying about getting rejected from a grad school or an occupation in the future all because of a bad criminal record.

Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2015 | DUI & DWI

DUI Case 3rd offense

Atty Munley had been very straight forward regarding the potential outcome of this 3rd offense. It did not look positive at all. He had also advised the things that needed to be done prior to court dates for our benefit, but also stated that in no way guaranteed a lesser sentence due to it being a ...3rd offense. He was very responsive with calls or emails that needed to be returned and very helpful with matters regarding letters and information that would be beneficial or potentially harmful to the case, as he took the emotions of all family members into consideration. No matter how repetitive they questions might have been. We were able to ask him anything and he was sure to answer us. Even though we were prepared for the worst and honestly expected it, and even though there is a jail sentence, it again was definitely not what we expected. We were very pleased with Atty Munley's representation in this DUI matter.

Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2015

DUI

Attorney Munley was an excellent attorney in all respects. He helped me legally and also helped calm my anxiety by providing appropriate information and timely responses to all questions asked.

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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

N/A

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

Activity

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