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4.7 /5.0
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I'm Attorney Bob Munley. My practice is devoted exclusively to criminal defense, primarily in Lackawanna and Monroe Counties, although I will consider accepting cases in Luzerne, Wayne, Susquehanna, Pike and Wyoming Counties. I have offices in Peckville (near Scranton) and Stroudsburg. I regularly meet clients on Saturdays and Sundays.
I am a Board Certified Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and have represented thousands of clients in my 20 years of practice. I've represented clients in jury trials in all counties of Northeastern Pennsylvania.
My goals for my clients are always to avoid incarceration and protect their records to the extent possible. A large portion of my practice is clients who I have represented in the past or people who have been referred by old clients. I take great pride in charging fair and affordable legal fees.
If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges, I invite you to call me for a free case evaluation. I will do my best to evaluate your case and explain your options in easy to understand terms.
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Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
Personal Injury
15%
DUI and DWI
10%
Violent Crime
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2022
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6
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 29 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
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Posted by David | June 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Straightforward and honest from the start
Right from the beginning of the explanation of my charges, Bob gave me the worst case, best case, and everything in between. He was kind enough to work with me in my financial situation and guided me through everything I didn't have the slightest clue about. I had one of the best case scenarios occur...
Posted by Linsay | March 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
The Best in the Business
Mr. Munley has been of service to myself and other family members - I am always very pleased with his performance, support, professionalism and determination. Throughout our cases, he was always quick to respond, made himself available during times that most would consider after hours and was always ...
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...
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...
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...
Robert J. Munley's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bob Is a fantastic criminal lawyer in both Monroe and Lackawanna County."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney! Competent, diligent, and ethical."
"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."
"Bob is a fantastic attorney who works very hard and achieves fantastic results for his clients. I highly recommend him."
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"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
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 CommitteeExecutive 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
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
Legal Answers
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Q&A
My sister-in-law forged my name on a check seven years ago. Can she still be arrested for this.
29 Dec 2014
Q&A
As a customer if an employee gives you a discount are you entitled to pay the difference.
24 Dec 2014
Q&A
CAN I GET A COPY OF MY COMPLETED ARD PROGRAM 4 YEARS LATER
30 Nov 2014