Joseph R. D'Andrea

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Joseph R. D'Andrea

4.8
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 41 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Dunmore, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

320 N Blakely St, Dunmore, PA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2003
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About Joseph

Biography

Aggressive Criminal Defense protecting client's rights for over 30 years

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Criminal Homicide Sexual Offenses Drug Crimes Kidnapping Arson Burglary DUI Assault Crimes Theft Crimes Inchoate Offenses Criminal Attempt Federal Crimes White Collar Crimes Child Pornography Probation and Parole Violations Expungement

42 years | 6,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2022 2021
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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 41 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1985

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2003

Location

Joseph R. D'Andrea, Esquire P.C.

320 N Blakely St, Dunmore, PA, 18512-1906

joedandrea.com/

Joseph R. D'Andrea's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

73 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Cost of Services

Posted by Zachary Perrin | October 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

If you have one phone call it has to be Joe D’Andrea

Never being in trouble before like a lot of people I had no idea what to do and hired a terrible local attorney (GrahamShowalter) and what a mistake. Wasted thousands for an idiot that did nothing but try to get me a plea to something I was completely innocent of. When I knew it was going to trial I ...hired Joe on and from day one I knew I had a guy that was gonna fight for me, and when it came to the trial he embarrassed the DA and the lying cops and exposed it all for the jury to see. He knew the case in and out and humiliated the other side, it was like the 27 murders row Yankees vs a local softball team. Jury deliberated for less than an hr and I got my life back. I could have lost everything had it not been for Joe D’Andrea, if u hire Joe you got the best there is.

Posted by Rich | March 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great

Joe was great from the beginning. He is attentive and works to get what you want. Pricey but Def worth the money if your looking for results. Wish i had him from the beginning.

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The Best

Joe D'Andrea in one of the best legal investments I’ve ever made, he did a superb job with my case advising me on the steps I should take to benefit my DUI situation. He developed a well thought out strategy on how to manage my case to get the best possible outcome. Mr D'Andrea made sure I understoo...d the process and he was very attentive throughout the case and was very proactive to make sure I got the best possible outcome. His professionalism and understanding of the local legal system is quite evident. In summary, he is confident, professional, proactive, compassionate and results oriented.

Posted by Manuel Escarcega | November 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Client

I Manuel hired Joe D’andrea as my attorney for drug trafficking I had huge case and was very scared while I was incarcerated he cane in with full confidence I told him the truth on everything (no lies will help he needs to know everything) and he got me out within a month on pre trial release and I ...was out for two years for him to do his job I patiently waited listened to everything he told me to do my case was a 10 year minimum and due to my preferred attorney I was able to walk away with 24 months and a chance for drug program that takes a year off he is amazing I hope I won’t ever have to use another attorney again but if I did he would be the first one to call and his price on whatever case it is is honestly very acceptable we all know we committed a crime and we all have consequences and most of us are not bad people just made a bad choice he does not judge you how you are he only works for the best of what you and your family needs I recommend don’t think twice on him just hire him if you need the help I know what I’m telling you HE is AMAZING!! I want to thank from the bottom of my heart and from my family our new attorney and new family friend Joe D’Andrea I could not be any happier with his work may GOD BLESS Him and his family.

Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Don't Trust Him.

Attorney D'Andrea sold me a bill of goods. Like many of his reviews on 'google': he sells himself confidently, but does not deliver. As noted by other, once you pay him he's never available nor does he take a serious interest in you or your case. For him, it's about the money and not about the client.... I thought--he being a father--he'd fight harder for my son (a juvenile). I was wrong. Not only did he not fight for my son--despite having an excellent defense--he lied to my special needs son stating I agreed to a plea deal I never read or discussed with Attorney D'Andrea. He had my 16 year old special needs child--who has a first grade reading level--sign a plea agreement pleading to one (1) count felony. When I tell you not to hire him: trust me. I wish I read the reviews prior to hiring him. I didn't and I put my faith in someone I shouldn't. I would also add: one doesn't need to believe me. Look at what his license was suspended for--i.e., defrauding the federal government with tax fraud--and ask yourself: if he's willing to try and defraud the federal government--as powerful as they are--do you really think he won't do it to you? Someone he doesn't even consider as powerful? From my understanding, his NJ license is still suspended. He keeps the same old picture online with what appears to be one (1) interview. But he uses it to sway clients and make you think he's amazing. Save yourself the money.

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Patrick Brier

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joe D'Andrea strongly. He is an excellent advocate."

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Patrick Casey

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Lenahan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. FINEST CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY IN THE AREA"

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Sean Kemether

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2003.

Suspension issued in PA, 2003

updated on 02/20/2018

Suspended 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 Lawyers

Member

1990 - Present

NORML

Legal Committee

1988 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Lifetime Member

1987 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Lackawanna Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

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

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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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