Carina Laguzzi
About Carina
Biography
Clients facing criminal charges are faced with the most stressful time of their lives. Clients trust the advice their attorneys provide which is why it is imperative to have an attorney who specializes in this field and is up to date on the most recent changes in the law. The client needs to fully understand what is happening with their case at all times. They also need to know different alternatives and the pros and cons to each to ensure they make informed decisions, especially as these decisions can impact the rest of their lives. Having an experienced attorney can aid in negotiating deals, figuring out difficulties strategies and finding alternatives to a conviction or prison.
I have had clients come to me because their prior lawyer did not keep them informed about their case, or take the time to fully explain the status and the potential outcomes and consequences. My top priority is to ensure that clients completely understand what the law is and what their options. By developing this relationship, I can inspire the confidence clients need in accepting my advice.
Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina I also think it is important for attorneys to maintain cultural and religious sensitivies with clients who are sometimes from a vast array of different backgrond.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
25 years | 200 cases
25 years | 1,750 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 24 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Laguzzi Law, PC
P.O. Box 30095, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
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Carina Laguzzi's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
7 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews
Posted by Ana | January 31, 2026 | Family
Prompt response
I was not able to retain Ms Laguzzi but I appreciate her prompt response and honesty. I would have loved to have her in my family’s side. Thank you Ms Laguzzi for your time.
Posted by Karen | November 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Smart and compassionate
Ms. Laguzzi represented my son. He was very happy with her as was I. Ms. Laguzzi is smart, no nonsense, compassionate, hardworking and persistent. I would highly recommend Ms. Laguzzi.
Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2018
She cool
She answered my question and gave me specific details on how or why he would get in trouble ....
Posted by Natasha | August 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Ms. Languzzi an excellent attorney
Ms. Languzzi is a great lawyer, who went beyond and above duty to help her client. She is a great communicator, very caring and understandable. She facilitate family members concerns and questions to very best of her ability. She keep family members informs that help keep calm during difficult times....
Posted by Raheem | December 31, 2013 | Criminal Defense
A job well done!
Although I settled for a guilty plea for a much lesser sentence; that reasonable adjuster wouldn't have been possible without Ms. Laguzzi's assistance. I would definitely recommend her to anyone in need of a great attorney in the near future.
Carina Laguzzi's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Laguzzi is a very strong advocate and genuine person. I recommend her."
"Simply said, Carina is an outstanding criminal attorney. Highly recommended!"
"Carina is an excellent criminal defense lawyer. A zealous advocate for her clients and well respected in the legal community. Highly recommended attorney."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer, Ms. Laguzzi is an excellent attorney and well known for her skills in criminal defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. Carina Laguzzi is one of the best lawyers in Philadelphia. Her knowledge of criminal law is very impressive and I highly recommend her to any perspective clients who are arrested in Philadelphia for criminal charges."
"I endorse this lawyer. Carina is an excellent attorney, her knowledge of the law is extensive and her skills as a trial attorney are formidable."
"Carina is a SUPER STAR. She is a dedicated attorney who is always well prepared and represents her clients faithfully. She is bright, tenancious and resilent. I strongy recommend and endorse Carina."
"I endorse this lawyer. My primary practice is administrative law and small business matters. I refer all the criminal matters that are brought to my office to Carina. All my referral clients have given very positive feed back about Carina's work."
"Ms. Laguzzi is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Philadelphia. In this town, there are many attorneys who are naturally gifted in court, but what Ms. Laguzzi brings to the table is that she is always exceptionally prepared. This means that her analysis of the state's case and its weaknesses is more in depth than her colleagues and her cross-examination of a witness is substantially more incisive. Ms. Laguzzi has the ability to tear apart a witness in moments. She is incredibly bright and unbelievably tenacious. Her good is better than her colleagues and her better is best. When I was a prosecutor, I hated seeing her walk in the room (and that is likely the best endorsement I can give her). As opposing counsel, you can never just wing it against her. You too had better be awfully prepared. In all, I consider Ms. Laguzzi to be a premium litigator, a wonderful mentor and, now that I'm no longer a prosecutor, a very good friend. I thoroughly endorse this attorney."
Criminal defense lawyer
Federal crime lawyer
Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2011
Lawyers on the Fast Track, The Legal Intelligencer
2011
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2011
Who's Who in America, Marquis
2009
Recognition, Who's Who of American Professionals
2009
Recognition, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2008
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2007
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2006
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2005
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Owner/President, Laguzzi Law, P.C.
2001 - 2003
Assistant District Attorney, Philadelphia District Attorney's Office
Associations
2024 - Present
Federal Criminal Law Committee for the Eastern District of PennsylvaniaExecutive Committee Member
2011 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersExecutive Committee Member
2010 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPhiladelphia Liasion - Executive Committee
2009 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Philadelphia Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2009
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Not guilty on all charges
Not guilty on all charges
Client received probationary sentence.
Not guilty on all charges
Sentence was 1 day in jail.
Father won full physical and legal custody of his son.
Not guilty on all charges
Case dismissed after motion to suppress granted
Not guilty on all charges
Not guilty all charges.
Not guilty all charges.
Not guilty on all charges
Released based on appeal work
Education
2001
Juris Doctorate
Speaking Engagements
2009
Special Treatment for Celebrity Criminals
2007
Criminal Law for the Non-Criminal Practioneer
2005
Overview of State Criminal Appellate Procedure
2004
Municipal Court Trial Preparation
Publications
2006
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Would this be considered witness tampering and is there something else I can pursue?
27 Sep 2024
Could I be eligible for an expungement or pardon for something that I did not agree to plea guilty to nearly 20 years ago?
04 Jun 2019
I found a debit card on the ground and spent over a thousand dollars, what's going to happen?
20 Aug 2018