Perry came with the highest recommendation and delivered. From an initial consultation within an hour of contacting him and through a seven month ordeal of hearing and court dates, he and his staff were always responsive , informative and supportive. He outlined everything that would and could happen beforehand, reviewed everything that did happen after and always kept me aware of my options.
It is beyond comforting to have 'The' lawyer on your side who draws the notice of everyone - other counselors and court staff included - when he enters the courtroom.
I recommend Perry to all my friends and family. He is a one of a kind lawyer that is very attentive to his clients needs. He understands the emotions his clients and their family are going thru and is very kind and is always available to answer any and all questions. Perry is a fantastic and very knowledgeable lawyer. Thank you Perry for all you have done for me and my family.
Perry de Marco, Sr. has been a Philadelphia Criminal Defense lawyer for thirty-eight years. He was born in the Overbrook section of West Philadelphia. He attended St Thomas More High School located at 47th and Wyalusing Ave., where he first acquired the street smarts which have greatly enhanced his career as an attorney. He then went on to attend Villanova University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science in 1972. After graduating from Villanova he was admitted to The Widener University School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1975.
Mr. deMarco is the son-in-law of A. Charles Peruto Sr., who unfortunately passed away on December 17, 2013. A Charles Peruto, Sr. was unquestionably the most famous of all Philadelphia lawyers in recent history. Perry de Marco, Sr. apprenticed with Mr. Peruto while in college and later practiced law with him for many years before forming his own firm, The Law Offices of Perry de Marco.
Mr. deMarco, is a member of the Bar of The Supreme Court of the United States of America, The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, The Federal District Court for The Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and The United States District Court for The District of New Jersey.
Mr. de Marco has dedicated his legal career to the defense of the Constitutional Rights of his clients in both Civil and Criminal cases. He is a premier Criminal Defense attorney.  He has tried hundreds of cases in both the State and Federal Court System. Throughout his practice Perry de Marco, Sr. has won acquittals in many celebrated Criminal Cases. His clients have included Doctors, Police Officers, Politicians, Judges, and Businessmen.
Mr. de Marco, is a member of the Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Bar Associations as well as the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Perry came with the highest recommendation and delivered. From an initial consultation within an hour of contacting him and through a seven month ordeal of hearing and court dates, he and his staff were always responsive , informative and supportive. He outlined everything that would and could happen beforehand, reviewed everything that did happen after and always kept me aware of my options.
It is beyond comforting to have 'The' lawyer on your side who draws the notice of everyone - other counselors and court staff included - when he enters the courtroom.
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Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2014
Amazing and oustanding lawyer !!!!!
I recommend Perry to all my friends and family. He is a one of a kind lawyer that is very attentive to his clients needs. He understands the emotions his clients and their family are going thru and is very kind and is always available to answer any and all questions. Perry is a fantastic and very knowledgeable lawyer. Thank you Perry for all you have done for me and my family.
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Posted by Nathan | January 15, 2014
A lie travels half way around the world, while the truth is still putting on it's shoes - Mark Twain
Perry was truly a "Knight in shining armour" for my family and I. He stood by us and guided us through every step of the process and surely one of my darkest times. Sometimes in life, you meet special people that can honestly help you. That is what Perry meant to us. The man! Incredible!!
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Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have had the honor and privilege of knowing Perry for most, if not all of my career in Philadelphia. He is a Master at his craft and is a truly dedicated advocate for hi clients. The only suggestion I can make to Perry is that he increase hi fees! A true gentleman."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I'm proud to endorse Perry De Marco as one of the top criminal defense attorneys in the Philadelphia region. He's the consummate professional. He knows the law, is a master in the courtroom and fights until the end for his clients. I have learned a lot simply by watching how Mr. De Marco carries himself in the courtroom and zealously advocates for his clients. You won't be disappointed if you hire Mr. De Marco."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Perry was one of the the most formidable opponents I faced as an Assistant DA in Philadelphia. He is tremendously talented, honorable, and a true gentleman."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 04
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Perry is an amazing criminal defense attorney and treats every file that comes into his office like gold. He is available at all times for his clients and his experience and passion for the law is shown through the excellent results he negotiates for his clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. DeMarco is one of the most experienced, skillful, conscientious, and especially zealous attorneys that I have had the pleasure of working with in my 15 years as a criminal defense attorney. I highlighted his zealousness because he does not hesitate to express his righteous indignation during trials- even toward judges when their pro-prosecution bias is exposed in court. Once when we represented co-defendants in a major felony trial, a judge began aggressively cross-examining a key defense eyewitness. Mr. DeMarco chastised that unfair judge in open court and refused to relent even when warned by the judge to do so. By the way, he won the case. And in addition to being one of Philadelphia's greatest trial lawyers, he's also a really nice guy. I'd hire him if I ever got in trouble."