Basil David Beck III

Basil David Beck III

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Norristown, PA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury ... +2 more

1 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA

About Basil

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Theft offenses such as robbery, burglary, forgery, identity theft, theft by unlawful taking, employee theft, and retail theft (shoplifting). All Drug charges including, possession, possession with intent to distribute, and manufacture. All assault charges such as aggravated assault, simple assault, and reskless endangerment. All gun-related charges. Rape and sexual assault Murder and manslaughter. Domestic Violence. Misdemeanor Juvenile matters

34 years

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

Driving while intoxicated and repeat offenders.

34 years

25%
Licensing 10%

34 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 33 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1992

License Administratively Revoked

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Basil D. Beck III

1 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA, 19401

Law Offices of Basil D. Beck III

241 Hampden Avenue, Narberth, PA, 19072

Law Offices of Basil D. Beck III

1818 Market Street, Suite 30, Philadelphia, PA, 19103

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Basil David Beck III's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

59 Client Reviews

5 star (58)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Matt | July 29, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent lawyer!!

My consultation with Mr. Beck went really well. He was very intuitive and easy to talk to. He was empathetic and reassuring. I am being targeted in a scam and he gave me practical advice. I felt much better about my situation immediately after speaking with him. I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Patrick | January 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Patrick Macready

I can not for the life of me…Basil was so on, so great……truly helped me…in my situation, if you need somebody to be by your side. Basil Beck is your guy!!!!!

Posted by Dell | August 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Basil Beck

Basil was fantastic. Calmed our nerves about the situation. Then he got my son's charges reduced to misdemeanors from felonies with no jaitime served. Great Counselor

Posted by Victor | April 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Not what you want, he’s just a legal front.

Worst lawyer ever, strung me along on a case for a year and a half only To lose the entire case, a lot of possibilities a lot of maybe this may be that but never standing firm. The only thing he won was my bank check.

Posted by Mitchell | December 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My Lawyer!

He got me out of a jam a few times. Simple assault he got dropped. Using him for 2 dui and a possession charge. Got me out of a crazy situation today. I'd recommend him to anyone looking for an intelligent lawyer who knows how to use their words..I really appreciate everything he's done for me.

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Basil David Beck III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephen Stewart

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been in court with Mr. Beck on numerous occasions. He is very knowledgable and was a zealous advocate for his clients. He also does not hesitate to engage in conversations to share the latest case law updates with each other. I appreciate having him as a colleague."

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Daniel Kron

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Chris Duerr

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Hark

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Basil and I consult on may cases. He is always responsive, reliable and best informed with the current status of the law. Of any attorney I call for advice, I always choose Basil."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Paula Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Basil. He is extremely knowledgable, trustworthy, and down to earth. Would highly recommend to family and friends. Well respected among his peers and really cares about his clients. Do yourself a favor, if you or loved ones need help, he IS your guy!!"

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Well respected in the legal community."

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John Aitchison

Unknown lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Good luck finding an attorney with more experience representing clients in DUI matters. Basil Beck knows the law in this complicated area better than anyone. Whether it's trying and winning a case or negotiating the best possible resolution, Basil is on top of it."

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Prince Holloway

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As an Assistant District Attorney, I knew that every time Basil was opposing counsel I was in for a fight. He is a zealous advocate that cares about his clients. I would recommend Basil Beck for any criminal defense matter."

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Jeffrey Lapin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse and recommend Basil Beck III. He has provided me valuable insight into some of my cases. He also has proven that he has the skills, knowledge and experience to be a "Go-To" criminal defense attorney in Philadelphia if you have been charged with DWI, DUI or other criminal offense."

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Anita Seth

Unknown lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Basil is great colleague whom I highly recommend. He is knowledgeable, dependable, and has a "no nonsense" attitude when it comes to the other side. He fights hard for his clients and his reputation throughout the community is a reflection of his hard work as an attorney."

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Jason Dunkle

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Beck is a well respected criminal defense lawyer in Montgomery County. I highly recommend that anyone charged with a criminal offense in southeastern Pennsylvania give Attorney Beck a call."

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William DeNardo

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Basil is a no-nonsense litigator who works diligently to achieve the best results for his clients. His knowledge and expertise are his strengths. Highly recommended."

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Albert Millar

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Basil for years and only recently found out we attended law school together. He is a diligent and tireless advocate. He is well respected by the judges, fellow lawyers and the community at large. Have no legal fear"

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Alexis Ciccone

Juvenile law lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I attended law school with Basil and I have also been opposing counsel on cases with him over the years on juvenile and family matters. Basil is aways prepared and professional and he is a constant source of knowledge for me when I have a question in my own practice. He is known for getting good results for his clients and I refer people I know to him on a regular basis. Recommend."

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Henry S. Hilles, III

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Basil Beck for a long time and have always respected how he zealously fights for his clients. Basil is a pleasure to deal with because regardless of the case at issue, he is honest, ethical and thorough in his preparation."

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James Flood

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I was opposing counsel in a custody and child support case. Mr. Beck was up to date on current law and a strong advocate for his client. I have recommneded him to others in cases where I have a conflict of interest."

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Jonathan Stanwood

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Basil has worked in the field and honed his craft for many years. He keeps abreast of the issues and know how to achieve the right result for his clients."

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Matthew Fox

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Beck for many years. He is an attorney that I, myself, turn to in my own practice when I encounter difficult criminal defense issues, or motor vehicle code infractions. I am very confident in referring my own clients to Mr. Beck with regard to these issues. Mr. Beck is a very hard working, knowledgeable, skilled attorney who gets results for his clients."

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Michelle Fioravanti

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Basil is a tough opponent. He is very aggressive, well prepared, and always seems to find the weaknesses of my case. I know I'm in for a fight when Basil is on the other side."

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Prince Holloway

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Mancini

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Lapin

Car accident lawyer

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Anita Seth

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Dunkle

DUI and DWI lawyer

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William DeNardo

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Henry S. Hilles, III

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Flood

Family lawyer

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Jonathan Stanwood

Child custody lawyer

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Matthew Fox

Family lawyer

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Michelle Fioravanti

DUI and DWI lawyer

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James Monaghan

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Thomas Anapol

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Brendan Campbell

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

2014 Top Lawyers, Main Line Today Magazine

2012

Top 15 Lawyers for 2012, Main Line Today Magazine

2012

Top Lawyers 2012, American Registry

2007

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2006

Best of Montgomery County - Criminal Attorney, Montgomery County Times Herald

2006

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

1990

Book Award - Torts, Widener University School of Law

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Basil D. Beck III

1993 - 1993

Associate, David R. DeStefano & Associates

1993 - 2000

Special Assistant Public Defender, Montgomery County Public Defender's Office

1992 - 1993

Law Clerk to Honorable Maurino J. Rossanese, Jr., Montgomery County Common Pleas Court

1991 - 1992

Law Clerk to Honorable Albert R. Sheppard, Philadelphia Court Of Common Pleas

Associations

2012 - Present

Ocean City NJ Fishing Club

Trustee and head of legislative committee

2012 - Present

NicoleBeck Model Management

House Counsel

2011 - Present

Coddington View Homeowners Ass.

Legal Counsel

2008 - Present

Long Financial Group

Legal Counsel

1992 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1993 - 1995

Montgomery County Inns of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. M. Cruz

Not Guilty

Choinski v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Affirmed

Plank v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Driver Licensing

Decision Affirmed

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Education

1991

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Villanova University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Lower Merion School District

Law and The Legislature

2010

Trustees Meeting

Questions about Reinsurance

2010

OCFC

Premises Liability

2009

Municipal Court Luncheon

Breathalyzer Refusal

2008

Berger Realty Brokers Conference

What is a "Lis Pendens"

1996

Montgomery County Inn of Court

Life After "Dalbert"

1989

Legal Methods

Legal Methods

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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