About Anthony
Anthony L. Ciuca, Esquire, is an associate with Hladik, Onorato & Federman, LLP. Tony’s primary areas of practice are DUI and criminal defense in which he represents individuals in Montgomery, Philadelphia and surrounding counties. Tony also represents clients in default servicing-related civil litigation and municipal law matters.
Tony brings extensive public sector and courtroom experience to his work with firm clients. A former Assistant District Attorney for Lycoming County with early career experience at a major Philadelphia law firm, Tony is skilled at protecting clients and positioning cases to secure strong outcomes. Tony has prosecuted thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases including DUI, possession with intent to deliver controlled substances, robbery, firearm, assault, embezzlement, sexual offense and other crimes. He has also argued appellate cases before the Pennsylvania Superior Court, including a recent DUI-related case resulting in a published Opinion.
Tony received his Juris Doctor degree from Rutgers University School of Law where he was a senior editor of the Rutgers Law Review. He is admitted before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, as well as the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Tony is a member of the Montgomery and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. He has authored several articles and has been quoted in area publications in relation to his work as a prosecutor.
Prior to becoming an attorney, Tony spent six years as a special investigator for a federal contractor to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management conducting national security clearance background investigations.
In his spare time Tony enjoys golfing and attending his son’s basketball games and robotics competitions with his wife, Andrea.
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 90%
Pennsylvania’s DUI and criminal laws are complex, and you need an experienced criminal law attorney to guide you through the criminal justice system. If you or a loved one have been charged with a DUI or other crime, the consequences may be severe.
- State, local, and municipal law: 5%
- Administrative law: 5%
Languages spoken
English
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| PA | Active | 2009 | 07/13/2019 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Hladik, Onorato & Federman, LLP | 2018 - Present |
| Attorney | Kilkenny Law, LLC | 2017 - 2018 |
| Assistant District Attorney | County of Lycoming | 2012 - 2017 |
| Associate Attorney | Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP | 2010 - 2011 |
| Associate Attorney | Mitts Milavec LLC | 2009 - 2010 |
| Special Investigator | US Investigations Services, Inc. | 2000 - 2006 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2018 - Present |
| Montgomery Bar Association | Member | 2017 - Present |
| Pennsylvania Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| The Legal Intelligencer | Pa. Supreme Court Tackles Case Involving DUI Arrestee's Blood Test Refusal | 2018 |
| The Legal Intelligencer | Pa. Supreme Court to Decide Retroactivity of 'Birchfield v. North Dakota' | 2018 |
| Schnader Harrison Securities Alert | Immediate Change to the Definition of an Accredited Investor | 2010 |
| New Jersey Lawyer Magazine | A Law Student Perspective: Research and Writing: Lessons Learned in Law School are Lessons Learned for Life | 2009 |
| Rutgers Law Journal | The Right to a Speedy Trial-The Montana Supreme Court Realigns Itself with the United States Supreme Court's Balancing Test | 2008 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
| VA Tech University | BA | 1996 |
Security Clearance after DUI
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Wed May 22 2019
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Thu May 16 2019
Attorney endorsements
(9)Gerald Lynch, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 16, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have had experience in litigation and negotiation with Mr..Ciuca on several occasions. He has vast legal knowledge and has an aggressive approach to achieving success. I would recommend him to anyone in the greater Philadelphia area.
Gregory Davidson, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 8, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have work many cases against Attorney Ciuca over the years when he was in the District Attorney office. He was extremely ethical and always fair to my clients. I was always happy to see him on the other side when I would walk into the Courtroom because I knew I was going to get a knowledgeable and capable attorney to deal with. I strongly endorse Attorney Ciuca.
John Gummo, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 20, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Tony and I crossed paths on many occasions when he was serving as Assistant District Attorney for Lycoming County. Tony has always been knowledgeable in all criminal defense matters that I have been involved with. He is very professional and well respected by his peers and the local community.
Jeffrey Rowe, Education Attorney on Sep 19, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Tony and I frequently crossed paths when he was serving as an assistant district attorney in Lycoming County. What I most appreciated about working with Tony was that he was not one to engage in posturing; he was all about the facts. He has developed the critical skill of identifying the key issues in each case and maintaining his focus on those issues. I have no doubt that he will use this skill to successfully represent his criminal defense clients.
Robert Cronin, Environmental and natural resources Attorney on Jul 17, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I am a criminal defense attorney in Williamsport, PA. When Tony served as an Assistant District Attorney, I had numerous opportunities to work as opposing counsel. Every case, Mr. Ciuca showed great empathy for the victims, police, accused, and opposing counsel. He has a great understanding of the laws, rules of procedure, and rules of evidence. He is a hardworker and has always held himself with the utmost professionalism. I endorse this lawyer.
Aaron Biichle, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 17, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It is with great pleasure that I endorse Mr. Ciuca in the area of criminal defense. I have seen Mr. Ciuca in action, both in the courtroom and in the law library, and his knowledge of the law is second to none. Mr. Ciuca's clients receive compassionate and vigorous defenses; what more could one ask for?
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Ciuca is an experienced and highly talented prosecutor who will make an exceptional Defense Attorney. It was a privilege to call him a colleague and to learn from him.
George Lepley, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 30, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ciuca is extremely professional . His ethics are unsurpassed , and he treads the line between zealous representation and professional curtesy as well as any attorney I have ever known . I had always envisioned him joining my firm , alas , it was not to be !
I am a prosecutor in Williamsport, PA. Tony and I worked together in the DA's Office for 5 years. Tony handled over 400 criminal cases each year. He has an extensive working knowledge of all facets of the criminal justice system. He has mastered even the most complex procedures in criminal law. Tony spent so much time in the courtroom that there are few courtroom scenarios that he has not encountered. His tireless preparation and attention to detail in criminal matters were legendary. He was well liked by the judges and the defense bar in our community. Due to his substantial knowledge of the inner workings of the criminal justice system, including his first hand knowledge of the dynamics within the prosecutor's office, Tony would be the ideal defense attorney for someone charged with a crime. He spent years spotting weaknesses in his cases in order to prepare for defense challenges at trial. He now uses those skills for the benefit of his private clients.
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