Lawrence Joseph Kansky

Lawrence Joseph Kansky

4.8
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Kingston, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, General Practice

400 3rd Ave Ste 312, Park Office Bldg, Kingston, PA

About Lawrence

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 55%

Winning record in criminal trials. Training, Knowledge, and Experience, in negotiating the very best plea deals if this is what my clients desire.

16 years

55%
Personal Injury 25%

Winning record in civil trials for injured clients, to receive compensation for an accident or medical malpractice. Training, Knowledge, and Experience, in negotiating the very best settlements if this is what my clients desire.

16 years

25%
General Practice 20%

I reserve 20% of my time for any type of legal case from custody, divorce, civil rights, landlord-tenant, employment law, PFA Court, to even animal rights. Some of my most interesting cases have come from this category.

16 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 14 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2011

Active

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Location

Kansky Law Offices, LLC

400 3rd Ave Ste 312, Park Office Bldg, Kingston, PA, 18704-5816

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Lawrence Joseph Kansky's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent & Dedicated Lawyer

Attorney Kansky is an outstanding lawyer with a huge heart. He is excellent at what he does and really made sure we knew and understood the process. He works hard to fight for your rights. Attorney Kansky made it possible for my son to still have his future ahead of him. The belief he had for my son... and the way he fought hard to defend his rights is something we all will never forget. Words can never express the gratitude my family has for this man and all he has done. He is like one of the family now. If you need someone who will have your back and work hard for you rights, Attorney Kansky is the man for the job.

Posted by Floyd | February 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best Attorney Anyone Can Ask For

Larry Kansky, amazing attorney and the most heartfelt person I have ever met, Larry truly cares about his clients NO MATTER the situation they are going through. Safe to say he saved my future, and without him I wouldn't be where I am today. He sat down, talked with me, and worked every single possib...le angle of the case to make sure I was not getting my whole entire life taken away from me. Me and my entire family are forever thankful for his services, his dedication, and his passion when working with us, to get to the true outcome of the case. If you want an attorney, who will put his all into a case, Lawrence Kansky is the man for you! Thank you so much for everything you have done for me and my family, and we will always consider you a part of our family. Words will never describe the appreciation I have for you.

Posted by Linda | May 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Land Use & Zoning

Attorney Lawrence Kansky

Attorney Lawrence Kansky is an outstanding individual with a huge heart for what he does and he is excellent at representing those in need. He helped my daughter save her bird rescue from a zoning denial. Couldn't ask for a better Professional.

Posted by Steve P | April 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing Lawyer

He's a great lawyer . I had him in a case where the D.A said that there best offer was 3.5 to 7 years . I hired Attorney Kansky and was out in under a year. He goes above and beyond and works relentlessly . The D.A knew with Attorney Kansky as my counsel that a conviction would not come without a do...gfight . Thank you again

Posted by Jeff | November 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Excellent attorney

Attorney Lawrence Kansky fought for the lessening of my professional license in Harrisburg. He was able to diminish a 10 year suspension to no suspension at all. Thank you Larry!!! You are the best!!!

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Lawrence Joseph Kansky's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Attorney Kansky for approximately 10 years and have observed him in the courtroom. I found him to be well-prepared, diligent and a strong advocate for his clients. I highly recommend him, not only as a criminal defense attorney, but for any legal issue that may need to be litigated by way of a trial in front of a jury."

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James Conaboy

Medical malpractice lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. We have partnered on my cases, including a jury trial. Larry is extremely smart and thorough and he is always well-prepared. He is a tenacious attorney who will fight to protect his clients rights. He has achieved results for clients that are second to none."

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John Pike

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Kansky is tenacious. He will not back down in his representation of his client."

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Mark Mack

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer 110%! When it comes to fighting for his clients, Atty Kansky is SECOND TO NONE!! Atty Kansky goes ABOVE AND BEYOND for his clients and is a very smart lawyer ."

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James Conaboy

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Matthew Kelly

Appeals lawyer

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John Pike

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Mack

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Animal Rights Advocacy Award, Tracy's Hope Animal Rescue and Hospice

1989

Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Kansky Law Offices, LLC

Associations

2011 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Luzerne County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Pennsylvania Association for Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Murder charges dismissed at Magistrate court.

1st degree murder charges dismissed.

Burglary charges dismissed at Magistrate court..

Burglary charges dismissed.

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Education

2011

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine

DPM

1979

University of Scranton

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Hershey Medical School Guest Speakers

Law and Medicine

Languages

English

Activity

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