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Attorney Emkey is a lifelong resident of Berks County. After graduating from Holy Name High School, Mr. Emkey went to Alvernia College where he majored in Criminal Justice. While attending Alvernia College, Mr. Emkey was a member and President of the St. Thomas More Honor Society, Alpha Phi Sigma (National Criminal Justice Honor Society), and was an All-American Scholar. Mr. Emkey graduated cum laude.
Upon earning his undergraduate degree, Mr. Emkey earned his Juris Doctorate from Widener University School of Law. At Widener Law, Mr. Emkey was a member of the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic and also participated in the Intensive Trial Advocacy Program.
Following his passion for criminal law and litigation, Mr. Emkey found his success as a Berks County Assistant District Attorney, where he spent the majority of his time in the courtroom prosecuting major criminal cases. In total, Attorney Emkey prosecuted hundreds of cases ranging from child sexual abuse, rape cases, felony gun and drug cases, burglary, and aggravated assault. Attorney Emkey quickly gained the reputation of being an aggressive yet compassionate attorney.
Although Attorney Emkey enjoyed the public position of the District Attorney's office, he felt his skills could be better utilized by helping people in the private sector, therefore, he joined the law firm of Sodomsky and Nigrini where he practiced criminal defense. While at Sodomsky and Nigrini, Mr. Emkey defended hundreds of clients in over 15 counties (in PA) with charges ranging from summary offenses to attempted murder.
In 2009, Attorney Emkey started his own law firm based on the principles that people's rights come first and that a law firm should be primarily committed to the client.
Mr. Emkey is a member of both the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Mr. Emkey was an Adjunct Professor at Alvernia College in 2008, teaching Criminal Law. He has also spoken at numerous events and functions in Berks County. Attorney Emkey is a member of the Berks County Bar Association, the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the American Bar Association.
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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...
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...
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...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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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
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All-American Scholar, All-American Scholar
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
2013 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Criminal Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Berks County Bar AssociationMember
Member
Member
Member
Not Guilty
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1992
2012
Career Day
2010
Career Day
2010
DUI Law
2016
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I got a citation for def tres actual communication to for getting kicked out of a concert and trying to get back can I fight it?
31 Dec 2013
If someone has been charged with an foj and is given a bail and that bail is paid can they still get pretrial house arrest ?
27 Dec 2013
The DEA came and told me I have to give them a list of drug dealers in the neighborhood. They promised to ignore my drug use.
04 Dec 2013