Douglas Lee Dolfman

Douglas Lee Dolfman

4.2
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Credit Card Fraud ... +3 more

1617 John F Kennedy Blvd, Suite 1660, Philadelphia, PA

About Douglas

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 85%

Our office does criminal defense law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The 3 lawyers in our office have over 75 years of experience in the area of criminal defense. Our practice focuses mainly on Philadelphia and Montgomery counties. We are commited to giving our clients the best legal services and reasonable prices and to constantly inform them of the status of their cases. We welcome new clients with a quality evaluation of their case and straightforward analysis of their legal rights.

32 years | 4,000 cases

85%
DUI and DWI 8%

32 years | 650 cases

8%
Credit Card Fraud 2%

32 years | 352 cases

2%
Federal Crime 2%

32 years | 75 cases

2%
White Collar Crime 2%

32 years | 35 cases

2%
Juvenile Law 1%

32 years | 245 cases

1%

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 31 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 31 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Douglas Lee Dolfman

1617 John F Kennedy Blvd, Suite 1660, Philadelphia, PA, 19103

Law Offices of Douglas L Dolfman

1617 John F Kennedy Blvd, Suite 1660, Philadelphia, PA, 19103

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Douglas Lee Dolfman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

Posted by Monique | June 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The greatest

I will like to thank Doug for his excellent representation on my family member case. I’m grateful for you.

Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent defense in federal court

I was referred to Doug for counsel after I had issues on federal land for an alleged lewd act. I was told by other lawyers that I was going to have a record and that nothing could be done about this. Doug found a way and my record is to be expunged and my reputation made whole. Highly recommend ...Doug for his personal attention to my case and reliable counsel!

Posted by Christian | July 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Federal case

Federal case that lasted 3.5 years. From beginning to end Doug helped me. always kept me positive and always going on a straight path. Made sure I was always ok. Doug Stuck by me fought for me and helped me get probation. Gave me and my family a 2nd chance. I will forever be in debt to you Doug... me and my family appreciate you so much thank you for everything. I'll never forget what you've done for me I appreciate you so much sir

Posted by Jim | February 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding

He was referred to me by another attorney and has so far done a fantastic job. As I am disabled he did a lot of the legwork for me at the courthouse, no extra charge. He returns my calls promptly, which is also a plus, especially with attorneys. Highly recommend!

Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Prospective Clients - DO NOT HIRE

I retained Mr. Dolfman to represent me in a criminal matter, and after discussing the issue with him, he told me that he would speak with the prosecutor and have the investigation dropped. He said that he would do that for $1500. I requested from him a written retainer agreement but for reasons that ...resides in his own heart, he never sent one. Despite not sending the written retainer agreement, I sent him $1500 but as it turned out he never spoke with the prosecutor about the investigation and instead came back the next day saying that he would take it to trial if I paid him an ADDITIONAL $1500. However, after I discovered that he had not spoken with the prosecutor after I had already paid him the first $1500, that he did not have liability insurance at the time I paid him (and still does not have liability insurance as of this review), and would not send a written retainer agreement, I requested that he refund my money but he refused to do so. I was then forced to file both a civil lawsuit against him as well as a formal complaint with the Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board. In response, Mr. Dolfman told the Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board that he had placed my money in his attorney's business operating account with BB&T. However, after I sued him to recover my $1500 from him, I served his bank with a Subpoena and BB&T provided me with documents that showed that Mr. Dolfman had in fact deposited my $1500 into his own personal bank account and not his attorney's business operating account as he misrepresented to the Disciplinary Board. In addition, in responding to the lawsuit, he told the court, under oath, that he and I had no written contract or agreement to indicate the terms of any relationship. In other words, without the signed written retainer agreement, Mr. Dolfman was hoping to avoid having to return the money. After all of these facts were brought to the attention of the Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board, Mr. Dolfman returned the money but only after the Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board sent him a letter of reprimand for his conduct in this matter. The bottom line is: I had to sue this man and file a formal complaint with the Disciplinary Board to get my money back. For your sake, don't be the next VICTIM. Because at the end of the day, nothing will ever change the fact that I had to sue Mr. Dolfman and file a formal complaint with the Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board that resulted in his reprimand to get my money back from him that he never was entitled in the first place, because after all he told the court under oath that he had no written contract or agreement with me to indicate the terms of any relationship.

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Douglas Lee Dolfman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Coleman

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is an experienced criminal defense attorney that knows how to get the best results."

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Daniel Kron

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said, Douglas is an outstanding criminal attorney. Highly recommended!"

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Mark Hauser

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Doug is professional, knowledgeable, and fights hard for his clients. Highly recommended."

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Armen Manasserian

Litigation lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Doug is a professional and zealous advocate for his clients, and an excellent trial attorney. While trying a case against Doug a few years ago when I was working as a prosecutor, I learned first hand that Doug is a skilled and experienced litigator. I firmly endorse this lawyer."

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Anthony Hasson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Illon Fish

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Carlson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Extremely talented and dedicated attorney."

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Gina Famularo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Housley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Talented, tough and thorough litigator."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Douglas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Robyn Kazatsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"While working for Doug in the early stages of my career, I saw quickly how very passionate an attorney can be when defending the rights of the accused. Doug is one of the very best advocates for his clients that I know."

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Joseph Schultz

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Dolfman is a seasoned veteran with the skills and composure that come with years of experience."

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James Lloyd

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alfonso Gambone

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy-Evan Alva

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Robert Link

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is a very tenacious litigator and always represents his clients zealously. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Christopher Curci

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Julieanne Bateman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alfonso Gambone

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Link

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeremy-Evan Alva

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Curci

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

1997

Outstanding Young Lawyers Division, Philadelphia Bar Association

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Doug Dolfman

Associations

2012 - Present

University of Akron Law School Board of Directors

Alumni Representative

2012 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2012 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Attorney Member

1994 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Carlos Rodriguez

Defendant found not guilty of possession.

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Education

1993

University of Akron, C. Blake McDowell Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Pennsylvania State University

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

Guns and Lawyers for You and Your Client

Gun Laws In Pennsylvania

2012

Pennsylvania Bar Institue

The Law of Guns in Philadelphia

Publications

2011

Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI) The Law of Guns in Pennsylvania

2011

Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI) Guns and Lawyers for You and Your Client

Languages

Spanish

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