Do not let a bad situation get worse. Everyone has problems, how you react is important.
I appreciate challenging myself whether it is arguing a point in court, researching a point of law, serving my community as president of the library board, chairman of the county drug and alcohol advisory board, scoutmaster of the local Boy Scout Troop or by scaling a 100 feet rock face in the Adirondacks, backpacking on the Appalachian Trail or kayaking around the islands near Bar Harbor. I have found the best way to overcome challenges is three fold: 1) experience, 2) preparation, 3) never, never, never quit. I bring these same qualities to my client's cases ensuring they receive the best representation and ensuring justice is served.
Practice areas
9 years as a special victims prosecutor in Delaware County, PA. Served as the lead attorney for the PA Internet Crimes Against Childrens Taskforce.
10 years, 2 cases
10 years
9 years as a special victims prosecutor in Delaware County, PA. Served as the lead attorney for the PA Internet Crimes Against Childrens Taskforce.
Lead prosecutor for Protection From Abuse Court in Delaware County, PA. Reviewed and prosecuted over 1,000 domestic violence cases.
10 years, 2 cases
Served as the Nether Providence Township solicitor in Delaware County, PA.
10 years, 4 cases
Languages spoken
English
Law Offices of Joseph Lesniak, LLC
206 West State Street, Suite 100
Media, PA, 19063
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Active | 2003 | 01/02/2021 |
Legal answers | 131 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Best Lawyers | Delaware County Daily Times | 2018 |
Lawyer on the Fast Track | Legal Intelligencer | 2015 |
Nicholas Vadino Memorial Award | Delaware County Bar Association | 2010 |
Award for Exceptional Service in the Public Interest | Federal Bureau of Investigation | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney at Law | Law Offices of Joseph Lesniak, LLC | 2012 - Present |
Solicitor | Nether Providence Township | 2010 - 2012 |
Chief Prosecutor Special Victims/ Domestic Violence Division | Delaware County District Attorney's Office | 2003 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Guy G. DeFuria American Inn of Court | Member, Vice President | 2012 - Present |
Rotary Club of Swarthmore | President, Fun Fair Chair | 2012 - Present |
Delaware County Bar Association | Former Board of Directors | 2003 - Present |
Helen Kate Furness Library | President | 2009 - 2013 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Delaware County Bar Association | Delaware County Elder Law Handbook | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Villanova University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Villanova University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2000 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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4-Hour CLE | Search & Seizures in the Cloud, Cyber Bullying | 2018 |
Training | Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Testimony | 2012 |
Student Assembly | Cyberbullying & Internet Safety | 2012 |
Paralegal Class | Mandatory Reporting & HIPPA | 2012 |
Nurse Continuing Education | Mandatory Reporting & HIPPA | 2012 |
Student Symposium | Cyberbullying & Internet Safety | 2011 |
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Cyberbullying Summit | Cyberbullying | 2011 |
Symposium on Suicide Prevention | Technology & Internet use in Suicides | 2010 |
Child Abduction Seminar | State Laws on Child Abduction | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Quinn v. Quinn | Affirmed by the PA Superior Court |
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Scott Bonebrake, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 5, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I highly endorse this lawyer. Joe is a top-notch criminal attorney. Very professional, extremely knowledgeable, while remaining down to earth.
Louis Martini, Sex crime Attorney on Apr 3, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He was a good prosecutor, but has become a wonderful private defense attorney, representing his clients professionally and successfully.
Gregory LaMonaca, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 21, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Gregory Shields, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 26, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Lesniak is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I endorse him without reservation.
Deborah Truscello, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 10, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. he is extremely thorough, well prepared and a great advocate for his clients. I would recommend him to anyone. Deborah M. Truscello, Esquire
Steven Pacillio, Litigation Attorney on Feb 26, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I fully endorse Joseph Lesniak. Joe and I were on opposing sides of many cases over the past few years. Joe was always well prepared, responsive, diligent and aggressive. He is a skilled litigator who will put all of his knowledge of the law and his courtroom experience to work for you.
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Lesniak is a very knowledgeable attorney
Alicia Fastman, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 12, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.