Robert A. Crisanti

Robert A. Crisanti

also known as Law Office of Robert Crisanti

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 40 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation ... +3 more

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Family 25%

38 years

25%
DUI and DWI 10%

38 years

10%
Probate 10%

38 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 325-325 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 40 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1985

Active

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Robert A. Crisanti's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Diane | February 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Knowledgeable and helpful attorney

2 days before Christmas I needed a poa, will etc for my brother who was in a rehab facility and could not physically for medical reasons leave the facility. Every lawyer I contacted told me they would get back to me after the holidays. Time was of the essence. Mr Crisanti was recommended, and he ...would be willing to help. He prepared the documents that day so I could get a traveling notary who came to the facility and finalize the documents so they could be filed. He was extremely caring and understanding and was willing to take his private time to help me. I was coming into this problem from a different state, he was willing to go the extra step and help me. He met my needs at a time I could not get any help and was in a state of panic. If you need a lawyer, that you feels he cares about you, then Mr Crisanti is the attorney I would definitely recommend based on my personal experiences. 2 months after I had some legal questions and he not only remember me, but answered my questions with no additional charges. I’d sing his praise from the rooftops. He is knowledgeable and is willing to go the extra mile.

Posted by Jenni | July 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Thanks Robert Crisanti

Robert took care of my dads estate. He helped me to understand the process before getting started. At times, I needed some kid glove care. Robert did so without making me feel small or incompetent. Thanks to Robert and his guidance my dads estate was settled in a swift, painless and efficient ma...nner. My family is grateful to Robert and his staff Helen. They took the stress off of us so that we could grieve without worry. Thank you.

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

In my corner when no one else was

I hired Robert Crisanti about a decade ago, to represent me in a divorce. I was young, frightened, and had no idea what was happening. I wasn't a "big ticket" client by any means, and aside from his knowledge about the system, he was the only person around me who encouraged me to stand up for my righ...ts and demand what was mine. It was a hard time for me, and years later I joke (and still joke) that the only friend I had at that time was my lawyer, who sent Christmas cards. This isn't because I didn't actually have friends, but because I really felt that he had helped me stick up for myself when I didn't know how. He shared some words of wisdom that made a huge impact on my life. The outcome of my divorce was what he had encouraged me to ask for (health insurance, settlement) which I would have never asked for without his guidance and work. I am glad I get the chance to write this review as a way of thanking him. And yes, I received Christmas cards from his office, and that also always meant something to me. I felt well-represented and that he actually cared about the case outcome and about me as a person.

Posted by John | June 14, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Robert is just the kind of lawyer you want on your side!

Robert has been a big help to me with some legal issues. He is calm and reassuring and left me knowing I had nothing to fear. He knows exactly what to do in every situation. All my questions were answered and I was made well aware of the progress. He is well spoken, polite, respectful and mild manner...ed but fights like a tiger in court and does not back down from anyone. He is a fast thinker and ready for anything. This is just the kind of lawyer you want when it comes to the serious matters. I would trust Robert first with all my legal matters, large or small.

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Robert A. Crisanti's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Very

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Friend

"Conscientious, diligent, razor-sharp intellect. I endorse him without reservation."

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Kelvin Morris

Family lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Joseph Paletta

Unknown lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Very

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

Pro Bono Service Award, Pennsylvania Bar Association

2000

Community Crime Prevention, Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Robert A.Crisanti

Associations

Allegheny County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Ardestani, 558 Pa. 191, 736 A.2d 552 (1999)

Reverse the orders of the Superior Court which affirmed the appellants' convictions.

Commonwealth v. Bruder, 557 Pa. 495, 734 A.2d 1274 (1999)

Case Remanded

Commonwealth v. Kelly, 555 Pa. 382, 724 A.2d 909 (1999)

Commonwealth v. Watley, 548 Pa. 574, 699 A.2d 1240 (1997)

Order of the Superior Court is reversed and the judgment of sentence is reinstated.

Commonwealth v. Doswell, 533 Pa. 228, 621 A.2d 104 (1993)

Case Remanded

Commonwealth v. Olds, 530 Pa. 27, 606 A.2d 898 (1992)

Commonwealth v. Smith, 528 Pa. 380, 598 A.2d 268 (1991)

Affirm the Order of the Superior Court

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Education

1985

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Ohio State University, Columbus

1978

Central Catholic High School

Speaking Engagements

2018

Steward Meeting

Legal Services

2018

Steward Meeting

Legal Services

2017

Legal Seminar Training

Estate Planing

2007

T.S.A. Seminar

Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning

Publications

1995

Pittsburgh Legal Journal “The Valid Guilty Plea Colloquy: What Every Attorney Needs to Know”.

1995

Pittsburgh Legal Journal “Nobody’s Friend - The Unhappy Life of an Appellate Attorney”

1994

Pittsburgh Legal Journal “The ‘No-Adverse-Inference’ Instruction: A Constitutional Quagmire”

Languages

English

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