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Biography
Over the past 37 years, Joe D’Andrea has earned a reputation as one of the premier criminal defense attorneys in Northeastern Pennsylvania, while aggressively defending the rights of individuals charged with various felonies and misdemeanors in both State and Federal Courts. Throughout his career, Scranton criminal lawyer Joe D'Andrea has zealously represented hundreds of individuals, corporations, and business entities that have been accused of crimes, which include, but are not limited to, Murder, Vehicular Homicide, Manslaughter, Rape, Delivery and Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance, Child Pornography, DUI, White Collar Crimes, Assault, Arson and Forgery. Based upon his proven results and prolific reputation, Joe has had the pleasure of representing a diverse client base, which includes political officials, doctors, lawyers, bankers, “average Joes and Janes”, students, and pro bono representation of indigent defendants.
Aggressive Criminal Defense protecting client's rights for over 30 years
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
42 years | 6,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2023 2022 2021
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Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 40 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1985
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2003
Location
Joseph R. D'Andrea, Esquire P.C.
(570) 207-7103
Fax
320 N Blakely St, Dunmore, PA, 18512-1906
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Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney
GA
Simply put, Joe D'Andrea is fantastic. He has successfully helped my family through both minor and major legal issues. He is a man of integrity, care and grit. I am proud and grateful to call him our attorney, our friend.
Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime
NY Federal Case
Unbelievable representation. Attorney D'Andrea knew exactly how to handle my high profile NY Federal case including interaction and communication with federal law enforcement, district attorney, and judge. He was able to negotiate a settlement that beat all my expectations. I am sure that with any...
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"I endorse this lawyer. FINEST CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY IN THE AREA"
"If you need a criminal defense attorney in Northeastern Pennsylvania, you could not do better than to use Joe D'Andrea."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2003.
Suspension issued in PA, 2003
updated on 02/20/2018Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Work Experience
1985 - 1987
Assistant District Attorney, Lackawanna County District Attorney
Associations
2000 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1990 - Present
NORMLLegal Committee
1988 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysLifetime Member
1987 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Lackawanna Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Voglino
All Charges were withdrawn
United States vs Gardner
Dismissed
Commonwealth v Griffith
Probation
United States vs Powell
Powell received 18 months
United States vs Richmond
Probation
Education
1984
Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
University of Scranton
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Spanish
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I am a registered sex offender (Tier 1) on parole, can I travel to India to see my 92-year-old sick mother?
11 Apr 2022
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The police officers from Pennsylvania call me every week telling me that I need to turn myself in for a misdemeanor warrant
04 Apr 2022