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Jerry is the Co-Chair of the White Collar Defense and Investigations Group. He has significant experience as a private and government litigator assisting individual and corporate clients in complex criminal and civil matters. A former U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, he brings a depth of knowledge and strategy to complex civil and criminal matters, internal corporate investigations, civil enforcement actions, regulatory matters and commercial litigation. He has successfully navigated a range of tax, health care, business fraud and compliance matters.
As U.S. Attorney, Jerry led successful investigations and prosecutions of civil and criminal health care fraud, tax evasion, False Claims Act, bank fraud and wire fraud matters. He also led the defense of the United States of America in medical malpractice cases. Under his leadership, the Middle District launched its first E-Litigation Unit, Civil Rights Unit and Appellate Division. He was selected to serve on the Attorney General’s Advisory Subcommittees on White Collar Crime, Civil Rights and Controlled Substances.
Prior to his appointment as U.S. attorney, Jerry was a prominent complex civil and criminal litigator in private practice where he successfully tried to verdict dozens of cases, including matters pertaining to civil rights, criminal law, commercial litigation and health care. He also served as General Counsel to the Housing Authority of Lackawanna County for 12 years and as the Chief Public Defender in Lackawanna County for 10 years.
Jerry is a past president of the Lackawanna Bar Association, a certified Mediator for the Lackawanna Court of Common Pleas, a certified Act 120 instructor, and a member of the Drug Court Development Team of Lackawanna County. He is also a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, the Northeast Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association (as well as past director), and the Pennsylvania Bar Association. He is the past director of the Lackawanna County Pro Bono Inc.
For the past 15 years, Jerry has been a board member of the Boys and Girls Club of Northeastern Pennsylvania, serving as president since 2017. He is also a board member of the Children’s Advocacy Center of Northeastern Pennsylvania and for Drug and Alcohol Treatment Service of Lackawanna County. Attorney Karam has been past director of the Franklin Security Bank, the Diocese of Scranton School District, and the St. Claire’s School in Scranton. He is a past president and member of the Scranton Preparatory School Alumni Board of Governors.
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425 Biden Street, Suite 300, Scranton, PA, 18503
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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by KMC | March 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense
I was extremely happy with the services provided by the law firm. The staff is professional in all aspects of dealing with my case. When I went to the office for the first time I was extremely nervous as the I had many counts against me. I sat with attorneys Karam and Mazzoni and they put my mind at ...
Posted by MM | December 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Intelligent, seasoned, highly respected Defense Lawyer
I contacted Attorney Karam on the advice of a friend, a person who has himself practiced law in Scranton for decades, after I was informed that my nephew had been arrested on an assault charge. When I called my friend, he did not suggest I call 2 or 3 attorneys to consult with; he simply said "Call ...
Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Saved my life.
Mr. Karam represented me in a very complex and serious legal matter. My situation involved multiple parties and required a high level of legal and business knowledge. Mr. Karam's professionalism, determination and commitment to provide the best outcome for my case never wavered. Mr. Karam clearly e...
Posted by JB | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Unbelievable in Court
Jerry is a great attorney. He is unbelievable in court! Jerry listened attentively to my concerns and explained the legal process in detail regarding my case. He achieved a result beyond what I expected. Would highly recommend his services.
Posted by Eileen | November 06, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Gerard Karam-A Caring Lawyer
From the moment we entered his office we felt Mr. Karam REALLY wanted to help us and listened to ALL of our concerns. Gerry made us feel as if we were his only clients. He demonstrated complete knowledge of the problem we were having and personally was at ALL the meetings and court appearances that...
"Jerry is a highly skilled Criminal Defense attorney whose expertise spans from Federal White Collar Crimes to State Drug and DUI cases. As the former Chief Public Defender of Lackawanna County whose has also obtained the highest Peer Review Rating by Martindale Hubbell, he has both the knowledge and experience necessary to provide zealous representation to his clients in all Criminal matters."
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2018
Exemplary Service Award, Lackawanna Bar Association
2012
Champion of Youth, Northeastern PA Boys and Girls Clubs
2011
AV Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
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Invited Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
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Honor Roll, Lackawanna Pro Bono Inc.
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Pennsylvania Super Lawer, Philadelphia Magazine
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association
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Top 10 Criminal Law Attorney, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2022 - 2024
U.S. Attorney, Middle District of Pennsylvania
1995 - 2022
Managing Partner, Mazzoni, Karam, Petorak and Valvano
1993 - 2003
Chief Public Defender, Lackawanna County Public Defender's Office
1990 - 1993
Assistant Public Defender, Lackawanna County Public Defender's Office
1988 - 1989
Assistant Solicitor, City of Scranton
1987 - Present
Lackawanna Bar AssociationMember
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
2010 - 2011
Lackawanna Bar AssociationPresident
2008 - 2009
Lackawanna Bar AssociationVice President
2001 - 2006
Lackawanna County Bar AssociationDirector
2000 - 2004
Northeastern Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationDirector
1999 - 2000
Lackawanna County Bar AssociationCo-Chair Criminal Rules Committee
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
BS - Bachelor of Science
2011
Bridge the Gap
2010
The Physician as a Witness
2010
Lackawanna Legal Legends
2010
Clarence Darrow and the Search for Justice
2007
Pennsylvania Criminal Law Update
1998
Crime and Corrections
1996
Family Law
1994
Municipal and Officer Liability in Police Car Chases
2007
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1988
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