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Douglas James Vanston

Licensed for 10 years

Lawyer at Scranton, PA

200 N Washington Ave, Lackawanna Co Pd's Office, Scranton, PA

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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 10 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2015

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Lackawanna County Public Defender's Office

200 N Washington Ave, Lackawanna Co Pd's Office, Scranton, PA, 18503-1551

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4.7 /5.0

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Posted by Jeff | June 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best

Douglas did a great job had him as a public defender and he did more for me than my paid lawyers from the past 10 out of 10 recommend

Posted by Deanna | March 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer i ever had!!!

I hired Doug last year for multiple cases, i have a checkered past where ive dealt with multiple criminal defense attorneys and not once have any of those attorneys ever shown the care and compassion in helping get you the least amount of jail time possible but from the moment i hired Doug Vanston he... came to see me the next day he told me exactly what we were fighting and what we were gonna take. Everything he said was going to happen did and then while dealing with violations on top of new charges and i began the preparation of possibly going to jail. And against all odds we won every time and i can peacefully say i am now able to move forward in life free of jail time and i give all my thanks to Doug because he truly fought for me and didnt care once about playing nice and making friends like most lawyers do. I would hire this attorney again and again if you want to win not to mention hes easy on your pockets also!

Posted by Jacqueline | December 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Excellent Advocate and Skilled Attorney

I had the privilege of hiring Attorney Vanston, to represent me in a PFA case, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the outcome. From the very beginning, he listened attentively to everything I had to say, making me feel heard and supported during a stressful time. What truly sets him apart is his ...ability to see right through the problem and focus on what really matters. His sharp instincts and deep understanding of the law were evident as he skillfully advocated for me, ultimately getting the PFA dismissed. I highly recommend Attorney Vanston, to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. I wouldn’t hesitate to use his services again in the future if the need arises. He’s an excellent professional who truly has his clients’ best interests at heart.

Posted by Tracy | June 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

My new “go-to”

For a newer lawyer only 8 years out of school…. This man is AMAZING! Very informative when it comes to questions about any law at all! He is very reasonable with his pricing as well! After going broke using a “top-notch” lawyer for a previous case… I found myself at the public defender’s office for a... more serious case! I was looking at some upstate time! I felt in my head dealing with a public defender, I was going upstate and this was a waste of time! Then I met Doug! Let me tell you…. If I ever get into any trouble again… or if a friend asks for a good lawyer…. Doug is my new go-to! He is very pleasant and compassionate when you speak to him. You can text him at any hour of the day and he is getting back to you in minutes, even if it is just to tell you he will call you back! He actually holds his word on getting back to you about any of your concerns! I have watched him move in the courtroom and for a newer lawyer… he owns that room! He moves around the courtroom like he was born to be there! He will also be very real with you and tell you what you need to do as well to make the case go in your favor! I mean yes, we have to do some “self work” …. But it’s only in the best interest of our case going in our favor! He knows what needs to be done and is the realest lawyer I have ever spoken to or had the pleasure to work on my cases! I only see Doug becoming better and better as time goes on! If it’s even possible because Doug is seriously the best lawyer I have ever worked with! So don’t let him being a new lawyer differ you from hiring him on to fight for you! Because this man is the Rocky of the courtroom! Thank you so much for helping me even when I made it hard to defend me!

Posted by Will | April 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Will fight for you no matter the cost

Dug fought for me it a really hard case. He’s an awesome guy. Even tho it’s been 5 years or so he still is there for me if I need any advice Dug is there.

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