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Amato T. Sanita
also known as Amato Sanita Attorney at Law
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About Amato
Biography
My practice specializes in Criminal Defense. I defend my clients in all Courts in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as well as all Federal District Courts within the State.
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer (267) 341-1487
One of Pennsylvania's most awarded Criminal Defense Lawyers
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
30 years | 10,000 cases
DUI and DWI
50%
30 years | 8,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Connecticut for 26 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 29 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Amato T. Sanita, Esquire
(267) 341-1487
Mobile
1518 Walnut Street, Suite 807, Philadelphia, PA, 19102
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Amato T. Sanita's Reviews
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Posted by Joanna | November 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best lawyer for any Criminal PFA!!!
Attorney Sanita did a wonderful job helping me with my criminal PFA petition. He took all my calls.. even when I was a little too upset. I listened to his advice... and sometimes it hard to trust someone. But he is a quality lawyer and person with a true heart and compassion for his clients. I just w...
Posted by Adam | May 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Great Job!!! I'm very lucky I found him!!!
I owe Mr. Sanita my heartfelt thanks. He took on a matter that many other lawyers thought was impossible. He strode by me and listened. He gave me the right advice and now I have an opportunity to get my record cleared and expunged. Thank you for all your hard work and for showing everyone I was inno...
Posted by Dhruv | June 09, 2015 | Criminal Defense
He's not just your lawyer, he's your friend.
Mr.Sanita is an amazing lawyer, my dad and I were very stressed about my case but after meeting with him once, he lifted the burden off our shoulders. My dad and I were so pleased with him about how he will handle the case and the way he treated us like his friends. I got myself into some trouble han...
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Discharged!!
Mr. Sanita handled a preliminary hearing in Philadelphia for me. He was able to get the case thrown out of court at the second listing. Mr. Sanita explained the whole process to me and helped me walk through what would otherwise have been an intimidating process. I would highly recommend him.
Amato T. Sanita's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Amato for several years. As an attorney in my 50's, I am not easily impressed by younger attorneys such as Amato. However, Amato caught my notice because has proved he is very capable, hardworking, ethical and poised. He's also a lot of fun, unpretentious and approachable. I highly recommend Amato."
"I endorse this lawyer. Amato is the dean of criminal law in Philadelphia. When other criminal lawyers are unsure how to solve a problem, they ask Amato and he throws on his fixer suit and fixes the problem. This is the guy."
"I have known Amato for years and can say, without a doubt, he has the experience and knowledge to defend any criminal charges. I highly recommend Amato."
"I enthusiastically endorse Amato as a criminal defense attorney. He is a dedicated, tenacious, and compassionate advocate for his clients rights and well being. If I ever found myself on the wrong side of the law, Amato is who I would personally contact."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Sanita is attentive, knowledgable and a zealous advocate for his clients."
"Attorney Amato T. Sanita is simply one of America's Top Criminal and DWI Lawyers. If you need the best representation and a true fighter on your side, you need to put Attorney Amato Sanita on your side. I endorse him."
"An excellent lawyer who treats his clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism. He is an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend him for future services."
"Simply said, Amato is an outstanding criminal attorney. Highly recommended!"
"I endorse Amato Sanita. We do not handle criminal law matters, but our clients often turn to us when they have criminal matters. We only refer them to lawyers who will provide great care and legal service, and Amato has done just that."
"Amato is professional, knowledgeable, and fights hard for his clients. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. Amato is an outstanding, impeccable advocate."
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"This attorney will work hard for you. He is a dedicated criminal defense attorney who will work hard and passionately for you to achieve the best result possible."
"I endorse Amato. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
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"Amato Sanita is one of the finest criminal defense attorneys in Philadelphia. He and I just represented co-defendants on the same drug case. The Judge granted a motion to suppress because of his excellent trial advocacy skills."
"Awesome attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Litigation and Trial practice Best of the Best 2019, Trial Lawyers of Pennsylvania
2018
Top One Percent Criminal Law, American Law Institute
2018
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2018
National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Trial Lawyers 2018
2018
Selected as the Nations Top One Percent of Trial Lawyers, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers 2016-2018, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Selected as a National Top 100 Trial Lawyer for 2015, National Top 100 Trial Lawyers 2015
2015
Top Pennsylvania Lawyers Criminal Defense 2015, Top 100 Trial Lawyers
2015
District One Trustee, OSIA
2014
District One Trustee, OSIA
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
2011 Rising Star Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
2010 Rising Star Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2008
Awarded rank of Officer, OSIA
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, SKA LAWGROUP
2001 - 2012
Shareholder, Freedman & Lorry, PC
1996 - 2001
Major Trials Attorney, Defender Association of Philadelphia
Associations
2016 - Present
Philadelphia Bar AssociationChair Court Appointment Selection Committee
2013 - Present
OSIAScholarship Chair
2013 - Present
OSIAOrator Spokesperson
2013 - Present
OSIADistrict One Trustee
2011 - Present
Philadelphia Criminal Inn of CourtMaster / Executive Committee
2011 - Present
X Philly DefendersFounding Member
2011 - Present
OSIATreasurer
2009 - Present
Master MasonBotherhood Lodge
2008 - Present
Order of Kentucky Colonels
2006 - Present
Sons of ItalyOfficer / Treasurer
2001 - Present
Justinian Society
Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Philadelphia Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. JF
Not Guilty all charges after trial.
Commonwealth v. Joel
Both cases dismissed.
Commonwealth v. A. Jones
Not Guilty
Commonwealth v. S.P. Sr
Motion to Suppress Granted / Case Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Chambers
Not Guilty after all motions granted.
Commonwealth v. Johnson
Acquittal all charges
Commonwealth of PA v. Gibbons
Acquittal (Non-Jury)
Commonwealth of PA v. Smith
Acquittal (Jury Trial)
Commonwealth of PA v. (Minor)
Client found "not guilty" of all assault charges. Client received probation resulting from harrasment charge only.
Education
N/A
Western New England College School of Law, Springfield
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Fordham University
Speaking Engagements
2014
OSIA Conference
Criminal Law Sentencing Issues
2013
International Student Conferenced
Criminal Defense and Immigration status
2010
OSIA CLE
Ethics in Criminal Law
2010
Capitol Project
Cross Examination of Minors
Publications
N/A
Alabama Capital Punishment
Capital Punishment
N/A
Defending a Federal Criminal Case
Drafter/ Update (while at Federal Defender Office)
Languages
Russian
Spanish
Italian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it legal for officers to "coach" victims prior to a controlled phone call?
06 Dec 2010
Q&A
CRN Evaluation
18 Nov 2010
Q&A
Does the ARD Program show up on a Criminal Background Check?
20 Nov 2010