Daniel Patrick Emkey

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Daniel Patrick Emkey

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Wyomissing, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

1534 Penn Ave, Wyomissing, PA

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About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

19 years

60%
DUI and DWI 40%

19 years

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 19 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Emkey Law Firm

1534 Penn Ave, Wyomissing, PA, 19610

emkeylaw.com

Online Presence

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Daniel Patrick Emkey's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

76 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 76 reviews

Posted by Michael | November 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

So happy that I chose Daniel Emkey!!!

I was facing a second DUI charge in 6 years and was facing up to a year in jail and a one year license suspension, not to mention the fines that I would have had to pay!!! Daniel managed to have all charges against me dismissed!!! I can now get on with my life after months of anxiety!!! I highly reco...mmend him!!! Thank you, Daniel!!!

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Class A lawyer

Mr. Emkey was very professional and straight to the point. He worked with me and made the situation as comfortable as possible. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Howard | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Confident not cocky

Dan handled my marijuana possession with courtesy to the judge and district attorney. Get a smart lawyer when you decide to do something real stupid.

Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

#1 Lawyer in my little black book!

I first met with Mr. Emkey in 2014 for my daughters DUI. I had scheduled to meet 4 lawyers that day. Not knowing anything about obtaining a lawyer we first met with a different lawyer who was located in Wyomissing. This other lawyer had a nice office in one of the nice business centers. I felt th...e location might make him a better lawyer and he probably handled cases like mine "white collar workers" and I wouldn't feel so embarrassed. How wrong I was about that. He was very condescending. I walked out of there knowing that he was not for us. Mr. Emkey was the third lawyer we met with that day and the last. The office atmosphere was very nice and the assistant that greeted us was very kind. Mr Emkey was professional and explained everything. I didn't feel rushed and I felt like my daughters case was as important as any other case he was working on that day. Mr. Emkey kept me up to date with the case. Phone messages where answered within hours. He was able to get the ARD program for my daughter and eventually her case was exonerated. In 2018 I needed a lawyer for another family member. Embarrassing as it was and without hesitation I called Mr. Emkey. He had the same empathy for my other family member and kept us up to date as the case went on. Calls where returned quickly. The outcome of the case was better then expected. Hopefully I will never need a lawyer again. But if I do Mr. Emkey is the one I will be calling.

Posted by Kelly | May 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney

A+ lawyer

Attorney Emkey is professional, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. I hired him to assist me in a difficult legal situation. Mr. Emkey was able to council me on my legal issue, while providing me with his most honest and educated advice. He was available at all times throughout the day and night, w...hich was greatly appreciated. I would recommend him for any of your legal issues, without reservation. He is the finest.

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Daniel Patrick Emkey's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel Ready

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan Emkey is a rare combination of legal knowledge and genuine interest in people. His knowledge of the law commends him to the most difficult of cases. From my experience, Dan listens carefully, and takes each case seriously, providing personal service to his clients. I highly recommend his services."

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Douglas Waltman

General practice lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Todd Mays

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Emkey. Dan is a hard-working and intelligent criminal defense attorney. He will take the time necessary to successfully litigate a case and achieve results. I have worked against attorney Emkey on various cases and he always brings his heart and litigation skills to every case he handles for his clients."

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Michael Bechtold

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrea Mertz

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Emkey is an experienced advocate who takes his responsibility to protect the rights of his clients seriously and always provides a solid well-thought out defense for his clients with zeal and passion. He is a trusted attorney in this community, and for these reasons, I endorse this lawyer."

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David Schreiber

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan is knowledgeable, responsive to clients and respected in the legal community. I endorse him."

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Ryan McAllister

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Konrad Jarzyna

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Donham

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Friend

"Daniel Emkey is a consummate professional. He is highly experienced to handle any criminal matter. He is careful and deliberate in his approach to handling legal issues and demonstrates a proactive concern for the calamity of his client. He is a zealous advocate and defender of the rights of those who stand between the law and justice. I highly recommend my friend! Jeremy Donham, Esquire"

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Lauren Marks

Unknown lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

N/A

All-American Scholar, All-American Scholar

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Emkey Law Firm

2008 - 2008

Adjunct Professor, Alvernia College

2007 - 2009

Associate Attorney, Sodomsky and Nigrini Law Office

2006 - 2007

Assistant District Attorney, Berks County District Attorney's Office

2005 - 2005

Clerk, Honorable Judge Linda K.M. Ludgate

Associations

2013 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

Criminal Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

Berks County Bar Association

Member

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Harassment Summary Trial

Not Guilty

Client Avoids State Prison in Third Offense DUI

Facing State Time Serving County Sentence

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Education

2006

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Alvernia College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1992

Holy Name High School

Speaking Engagements

2012

Berks Catholic High School

Career Day

2010

Holy Name High School

Career Day

2010

BCTV Lawyers to Lawyers

DUI Law

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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