Vincent Erik Petersen

Vincent Erik Petersen

also known as V. Erik Petersen

4.6
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 33 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Harleysville, PA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes, Personal Injury

878 Main street, Po Box 403, Harleysville, PA

About Vincent

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1993

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Location

Law Offices of Vincent Erik Petersen

878 Main street, Po Box 403, Harleysville, PA, 19438

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Vincent Erik Petersen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jonathan | March 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Complete Professional that is on your side

I hired V Erik Petersen after being pulled over for driving on a DUI suspended license with out-of-date inspection and emissions. Erik never promised me anything more than being there to help me navigate the courts in order to get the best possible outcome, and he more than fulfilled that. He was a...lways available to discuss anything, including potential punishment options, throughout the entire proceedings (which could have been up to 60 days in jail) and always pointed us towards my goal of no jail time. Erik assisted me in working with the arresting officer and the presiding judge in the prolonged 1.5 year case, going well beyond what his flat fee covered. Ultimately he was able to help me settle the requirements of the court and get all charges dropped. Though I never hope to use his services again, I absolutely would if needed. I would also recommend his services to anyone in need.

Posted by Linda S | December 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Review of Erik Petersen by Linda D. Sandoli

At age 70 I got stopped in a terrible snow storm and received a DUI. I was devastated and at that point must have received 50 letters from lawyers. Mr. Petersen's stood out. I received a recommendation as well from a lawyer I had used in the past, since retired. Now this is after I made an appoin...tment with someone else. I had a meeting with Erik, and knew right away I was in good hands. He walked me through the lengthy process, supported me, and was there every step of the way. He knows what he is doing, he gets the job done and all to your benefit. I was absolutely thrilled and satisfied with his handling of my case from beginning to end. An excellent rating is really not good enough for him. One of the few that really cares.

Posted by Mike | July 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Honest and respectable

I hired Mr. Petersen to help me with a DUI case back in 2015. He was always communicative about where I was in the process and very honesty about expected outcomes. I also used him again in 2019 to help with early termination of probation. Every interaction that I had with him was very pleasurable an...d he always helped me get the best, albeit fair, outcome. I would highly recommend Mr./ Petersen!

Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly recommended!

I hired Vincent back in 2011 for a serious DUI case. He was able to help me achieve a fair and favorable outcome that allowed me to avoid jail and keep my job as a restaurant manager. Later down the road when I found myself in a predicament within another county, he was able to help me with my proba...tion revocation proceedings and the way he handled that case was incredible. He was able to get both sentences to run at the same time (essentially nullifying the probation revocation), and then when I got time back through appeals on the secondary case he was able to get the probation revocation adjusted in order for me to be immediately paroled and continue on with my life. Very professional and highly intelligent. If I ever have another issue with the law (which I hope to avoid by making smarter decisions and always having a designated driver) Vincent will be the one I call. Any friends or family in need of help will also be referred to him, because time is precious and he saved me years of my life. His rates were very reasonable as well.

Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Knowledgeable, Trustworthy Attorney

Erik helped my brother with his DUI case and did an outstanding job. From the moment I called him regarding the situation, to court and everything in between Erik was always available to answer any questions and took control of the situation (which I was very grateful for). I'm so thankful for his he...lp and expertise.

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Vincent Erik Petersen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Petersen is an outstanding attorney who provides exemplary advice on Avvo. I would recommend everyone and anyone to him for representation. Even though I have been practicing fo 24 years, as a judge, magistrate, prosecutors, and in private practice, I learn valuable new information from him every day. A superb attorney."

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Terence McGraw

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Erik had extensive experience in the Montgomery County DA's office before going into private practice. I have referred many clients to Erik without a whisper of a complaint."

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Michael Cardamone

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked for and with V. Erik Petersen, Esquire and found him to be simply excellent in every aspect of lawyering- from being diligent with research, to calling back clients promptly, to advocating in the courtroom with passion and conviction. I highly recommend his services. -Michael W. Cardamone"

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

1991

American Jusiprudence, Widener University School of Law

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Owner, Law Office of V. Erik Petersen

Associations

1992 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Coscia

Client found NOT GUILTY

Commonwealth v. Headon

Client found NOT GUILTY

Sivak v. PA. Department of Transportation

Drivers License returned to client

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Education

1992

Widener University School of Law

J.D.

1989

Temple University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

1997

Employee DUI awareness

DUI awareness for employees

Languages

English

Activity

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