Brian Paul Platt

Brian Paul Platt

also known as Brian P. Platt, Brian Platt

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime, Expungement

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Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Experienced criminal defense attorney prepared to aggressively defend those charged or under investigation for a crime.

19 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 18 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2007

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Brian Paul Platt's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Employment & Labor

Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Complex DoD clearance case

I had a very complex no precedence case involving me gaining a clearance for my job. Nothing too horrible, but I had to go before a federal judge for a final hearing. I met with Mr. Platt and he stated up front that he did not have a lot of experience with these type of cases. After talking with him... for about an hour I knew he'd be the lawyer for the job, He was organized, methodical, professional, and approachable. When we would meet and during the hearing he kept me and the court on course to focus on the issues at hand. Mr. Platt would follow-up with me frequently to see how the judge ruled and the outcome of my overall case (things move very slow with DoD.) The court found in my favor and my career is now back on track. Mr. Platt's skills as lawyer helped me win my case and his personality made it more bearable. Highly recommend his services!

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Brian Paul Platt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua Traver

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A criminal defense lawyer that has his client's back. When the government is coming after you, have Brian in your corner. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nathan Wolf

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a well-prepared and thoughtful attorney who uses his skills to provide excellent representation to his clients. He is well-respected by his colleagues. I have worked with Brian analyzing issues in cases common to our respective clients and found him insightful and articulate. I am happy to have the chance to endorse Brian Platt."

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Michael Aegbuniwe

Unknown lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is an experienced attorney who zealously fights for his clients. He is dedicated to working as many hours as necessary to ensure his clients stay informed and achieve the best possible results. His ability to analyze and quickly recognize a legal matter is a great benefit to his clients. I would recommend Brian to anyone looking for legal representation."

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Stephanie Cesare

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian's years of experience spent as a public defender have continued to help him be a zealous advocate for his clients as a private criminal defense attorney. He is patient with his clients in thoroughly explaining the criminal process. Brian also is ready to take his years of courtroom experience and work with his clients to carry out a strategic plan that delivers a winning result. I would recommend Brian to anyone looking for an attorney who will spend the time and dedication that they deserve on their case!"

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Corey Adamson

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian's attention to detail and responsiveness to his clients' needs are astounding. His capability is surpassed only by his empathy for his clients and ability to obtain results."

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Prince Holloway

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brian Platt is a highly professional attorney who routinely gets strong results for his clients. Brian is highly aggressive and is constantly working as hard as he can to advance his clients' interests. Friendly, sharp, and thorough, I highly recommend Brian Platt. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan White

Unknown lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is an extremely knowledgeable, hard working attorney. His zealous advocacy is respected in his community and illustrated by his results for his clients."

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Michele Kluk

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Many Criminal Defendants experience fear and anxiety when facing the unknown of the legal system. Brian's experience allows him to fully educate his client's and put them at ease. Brian is patient and calm while speaking with his clients and explaining the process... and then he fights hard in and out of court to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients."

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Craig Kauzlarich

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian's years of advocacy for court-appointed clients serve him well in his current role as a private defense attorney. Defendants in needs of representation are privileged to be able to get such an experienced and meticulous lawyer on their side."

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Amy Owen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian brings to his clients years of experience in the field of criminal defense. He provides his clients solid, trustworthy advice, whether it is in defending against complex criminal charges, or a speeding ticket. Brian thinks creatively when identifying possible solutions for his clients who seek a non-trial resolution, and also uses his many years of courtroom experience to advocate for his clients who do proceed to trial."

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John Abom

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian came to our firm with an incredible amount of trial experience and knowledge of criminal law. He sure knows his way around a courtroom. Even in cases where a client wants to resolve the matter without a trial, he frequently negotiates fantastic and creative resolutions to keep some clients from having criminal records and others from going to jail. He is someone who commends respect from judges and fellow lawyers so that when he walks into court, people listen. Choosing him as your lawyer will be one of the best decisions you make in your case."

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Brian Jordan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian Platt is a friend and colleague who I would trust to represent me or a loved one in a criminal defense, DUI or traffic matter. Brian has a reputation amongst fellow defense attorneys, prosecutors, law enforcement officers and judges for being a diligent, prepared and sharp straight shooter who views every case as a critical one. I can attest that he is one of the most trustworthy and dedicated lawyers I have ever known. Any client is in very good hands with him."

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Todd Williams

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Joshua Traver

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Linda Clotfelter

Child custody lawyer

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Michael Aegbuniwe

Litigation lawyer

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Nathan Wolf

Criminal defense lawyer

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Melissa Kelso

Employment and labor lawyer

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Michael Palermo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Prince Holloway

Personal injury lawyer

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Shawn Curry

Criminal defense lawyer

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Fawn Kehler

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph McGraw

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan White

Criminal defense lawyer

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Bryan Shook

Litigation lawyer

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David Erhard

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Jordan

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Abom

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michele Kluk

Family lawyer

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Amy Owen

Child custody lawyer

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Craig Kauzlarich

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephanie Cesare

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

CJA Panel Member, CJA Panel Member

2019

Certificate for Defense Counsel in Capital Cases, PACLE

2019

Pro Bono Volunteer, Dauphin County Bar Association

2018

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2013

Robert Tarman Scholarship Fund, Dauphin County Public Defender's Office

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Senior Associate, Abom & Kutulakis, LLC Attorneys At Law

2007 - 2016

Senior Deputy Public Defender, Dauphin County Public Defender's Office

2005 - 2005

Certified Legal Intern, New Jersey Office Of The Public Defender

2004 - 2005

Clinic Leader, Widener University School Of Law Civil Law Clinic

Associations

2016 - Present

Dauphin County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Cumberland Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2016 - Present

U.S. District Court for Middle the District of Pennsylvania

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

Third Circuit Court of Appeals

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. A.J. (abbreviated for privacy)

Convinced the Judge to impose house arrest instead of a jail sentence

Commonwealth v. T.G. (abbreviated for privacy)

Negotiate deal to avoid jail time and sexual offender registration

Commonwealth v. E.J. (abbreviate for privacy)

Negotiated no contest plea deal avoiding a 1st Degree Murder conviction and a mandatory life sentence

Commonwealth v. C.S. (abbreviated for privacy)

Negotiated plea deal and achieved a sentence avoiding jail time

Commonwealth v. K.M. (abbreviated for privacy)

Evidence suppressed and all charges dismissed

Commonwealth v. A. B. (abbreviated for privacy)

Dismissal of all charges

Commonwealth v. A.G. (abbreviated for privacy)

Dismissal of all charges

Commonwealth v. A.B. (abbreviated for privacy)

Dismissal of all charges

Commonwealth v. S.J. (abbreviated for privacy)

Client acquitted by jury

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Education

2006

Widener University School of Law

Juris Doctor

2003

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor's Degree

Speaking Engagements

2019

PFA Court

PFA Defendant Procedural Overview Presentation

2019

2019 Criminal Law Symposium A Primer on Openings and Closings

2018

Trial Methods Class

Served as Judge for Mock Trial

2017

Harrisburg University - The Creative Mind. Integrated Course of Psychology, Sociology, & Literature

The relationship between prosecutors and defense attorneys and how it can affect a case

Publications

2019

Criminal Law Symposium 2019 Course Book Volume I Opening the Case and Closing the Deal: A Primer on Openings and Closings Before A Jury

2015

Pennlive.com A Dangerous Game

2015

Pennlive.com Prosecutor Praises

Languages

English

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