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Peter E. Kratsa
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Biography
Pete concentrates his practice on criminal law, including state and federal criminal trials, grand jury investigations, internal investigations, appeals, as well as juvenile delinquency matters. Pete also represents individuals and entities in regulatory matters (such as professional license investigations and/or prosecutions).
Prior to joining MacElree Harvey, Pete was a partner in a private law practice which concentrated exclusively on criminal cases at the state and federal court level. Before going into private practice, Pete served as an Assistant Public Defender with the Chester County Public Defender’s Office.
Practice Areas:
- Federal & White Collar Crimes Defense
- DUI & DWI Defense
- Violent Crimes Criminal Defense
- Drug Crimes & Offenses Defense
- Juvenile Defense
- Sex Crimes Defense
- Criminal Defense
Recent Representations:
- Multiple jury trial acquittals of clients charged with felony offenses, including Rape and Sexual Assault.
- Successfully represented a client accused of Insurance Fraud. Case withdrawn by Commonwealth; arrest records expunged.
- Favorable disposition for multiple clients accused of sex offenses and/or violent offenses through development and advocacy of mitigation arguments.
- Successfully represented a client accused of Unlawful Restraint, False Imprisonment and firearm-related offenses. Charges withdrawn by Commonwealth after Preliminary Hearing (cross-examination of victim and police) and filing of Omnibus Pre-Trial Motion.
- Client acquitted by jury of DUI.
- Successfully represented a client accused of assault. Judge granted Pre-Trial Motion to dismiss the charges.
- Successfully represented a client exonerated of Federal Mail Fraud.
- Representation of state and federal grand jury witnesses.
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
33 years
DUI and DWI
20%
33 years
Drug Crime
10%
33 years
Sex Crime
10%
33 years
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
MacElree Harvey, Ltd.
17 West Miner Street, West Chester, PA, 19382
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Peter E. Kratsa's Reviews
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Posted by Aubrey | October 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Former client
GREAT ATTORNEY! Very professional and is well liked by the Chester county community. Always felt well represented. Have recommended him to many, and will continue to do so!
Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Review of Peter Kratsa Esq.
Peter Kratsa is truly an exceptional attorney. He goes above and beyond to achieve successful outcomes for his clients. I give him my highest endorsement and recommend him to you enthusiastically.
Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Couldn't be more pleased with Mr. Kratsa!
I was referred to Peter Kratsa through a friend who had amazing things to say about him. After speaking with him the first time, I knew why my friend thought so highly of him. You could tell, even through the phone, how much he cared about his clients & the outcomes of the cases he takes on. I felt l...
Posted by anonymous | February 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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DUI Case Experience
Mr. Kratsa provided excellent representation in my 2015 case. Very knowledgeable of the law. More importantly, he knows the nuances of the judicial process and the folks that oversee it in Chester County PA--judges, magistrates, clerks etc. Very personable; great at listening and providing advice and...
Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2014
Outstanding and very professional
My case was a fairly simple one. Public intoxication, and Disorderly conduct, both were fines, but I did not feel that I was at fault. Peter was very close to the police officer in this case, and the judge as well. The charges were completely dropped, and I felt as if I had been represented ve...
Peter E. Kratsa's Lawyer Endorsements
"Great lawyer! He is super nice and very smart. These qualities are rare in our profession. I admire Peter because he knows how to win at the end of the day. Also, Peter's staff is the best!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Pete is an excellent criminal defense lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and experienced and is well thought of by the Judges and district attorneys. I highly recommend him for anyone looking for a criminal attorney."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Peter is a fine criminal defense attorney."
"I have worked with Pete for several years. He is a talented criminal defense lawyer and achieves excellent results for his clients. Pete is both an expert plea negotiator and a suberb trial attorney. I highly endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Partner, MacElree Harvey, Ltd.
1997 - 2007
Partner, Donatoni & Kratsa
1994 - 1997
Attorney, Chester County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2016 - Present
American Bar FoundationFellow
2008 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2000 - Present
Chester County Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2019 - 2022
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident
2016 - 2017
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersEastern District Vice President
2015 - 2017
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Rape
Acquittal
Rape
Acquittal
Theft
withdrawal of prosecution
Insurance Fraud
withdrawal of prosecution
DUI
acquittal
Education
1993
Villanova University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Richmond
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
WCU Criminal Justice class
Attorney Client Privilege/Role of Defense Attorney
2014
West Chester University Criminal Justice Class
Attorney Client Privilege/Role of Defense Attorney
2013
West Chester University Criminal Justice Class
Attorney Client Privilege/Role of Defense Attorney
2012
West Chester University Criminal Justice Class
Attorney Client Privilege/Role of Defense Attorney
2011
West Chester University Criminal Justice Class
Attorney Client Privilege/Role of Defense Attorney
2010
West Chester University Criminal Justice Class
Attorney Client Privilege/Role of Defense Attorney
Publications
2016
2014
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English
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