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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 26 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1999
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Posted by Sharon | July 28, 2015 | Appeals
Unemployment Law
Attorney Cliatt was well informed of the law and the specific facts relating to my case. She represented me in a manner that was professional. She was well versed in the law pertaining to my appeal and presented the facts in a confident, self-assured manner. I consider myself very fortunate to hav...
Monica D. Cliatt's Lawyer Endorsements
"I know Monica as a stellar light and leader on the legal community. Monica serves a a mentor to many young attorneys. Her experience and advocacy for justice will serve any lcient well. I endorse this lawyer."
"Not only does Attorney Cliatt have the experience you need in an advocate, she has an excellent ability to handle the unexpected efficiently and effectively."
"In the years I've known Monica, her professionalism and legal aptitude have inspired many of her students and colleagues. Her down-to-earth manner in discussing the law puts clients at ease. Monica is my first recommendation to clients seeking counsel in her areas of practice."
"I worked together with Ms. Cliatt for many years when I was a prosecutor. Though we were on opposite sides, I the prosecution and she the defense, I nevertheless use the phrase "worked together" because of her utmost professionalism and fervor in resolving cases expediciously and to her client's utmost benefit. I highly recommend Ms. Cliatt to any potential client that wants an attorney that will stop at nothing to get the very best for his or her case."
"I have known Attorney Cliatt for more than a decade and it is my pleasure to endorse her skill as an attorney and her compassion as a person. I have witnessed the level of commitment and compassion that Attorney Cliatt gives to her clients as well as her advocacy in the courtroom. Her level of dedication and compassion is admirable. In addition to the service that she provides to her clients, Attorney Cliatt has worked to prepare law students to not only practice law, but to give each client the respect and care they deserve. I am very pleased to offer this endorsement on behalf of Attorney Cliatt."
"Monica was my supervisor when I was an intern at the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic. She gave me valuable advice in representing defendants in criminal cases. She was a mentor to me, and now, eight years later, I am still using the advice she gave me. I cannot recommend her highly enough!"
"I have known Attorney Cliatt for many years. She is both knowledgeable and very capable. What is more compelling, however, is that she is good advocate for her clients. She treats them as if they are a member of her own family."
"Attorney Cliatt is an experienced attorney. I have witnessed Attorney Cliatt work diligently to protect her client’s rights - and help them make informed decisions so they could move their lives forward. Attorney Cliatt is a top notch attorney. I endorse Monica Cliatt."
"Attorney Cliatt has experience and knowledge that make her an excellent attorney. Just as important, she really cares about doing the right thing for her clients. I highly recommend Attorney Cliatt."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Minority Alumni Honoree, BLSA--Widener Univeristy Sch. of Law
2005
Outstanding Advocate, Dauphin County Juvenile Probation
1999
John A. Fillion for Employment and Labor Law, Widener University--Prof. Kathy Nelson
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Widener University School Of Law Harrisburg Campus
2013 - 2014
Adjunct Professor--Trial Methods, Dickinson School of Law
2010 - 2011
Visiting Professor and Interim Director, Widener Univ. Sch. of Law--Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2005 - 2015
Staff Attorney, Widener Commonwealth Law School--Clinic
2001 - 2005
Senior Deputy Public Defender, Dauphin County Public Defender's Office
2000 - 2001
Appellate Public Defender, York County Public Defender's Office
1999 - 2000
Staff Attorney, MidPenn Legal Services
1998 - 1999
Student Attorney and Clinic Leader, Widener Univ. Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
1997 - 1999
Law Clerk, Serratelli, Schiffman, Brown & Calhoon, PC
Associations
2015 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association
2015 - Present
Dauphin County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Jerome Brown, 836 A.2d 989
In reversing the lower court, the Superior Court held that defendant was entitled to production of confidential informant's identity to refute averments in probable cause affidavit. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court affirmed at 582 Pa. 573
A.C. v. Central Dauphin Sch. District
Settled
Education
1999
Widener University School of Law (Pa)
Doctor of Law (JD)
1995
Mercer University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Ex Offender Resource Town Hall
Expungement
2014
80th Annual NAACP Pennsylvania State Convention
Police Stops and Your Rights
2006
PA NAACP Juneteenth
Your Rights and Juvenile Delinquency
2006
Know Your Rights
Juvenile Justice
2006
JUSTICE WATCH
The Juvenile Justice System
Publications
2001
Amazon and Barnes and Nobles
The Public Pretender
Languages
English