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    Pennsylvania Has 2894 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 21878 Reviews

    Paul Gregory Lang

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    Paul Gregory Lang

    5.0559 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Each case is unique, but my process of vigorous advocacy never changes.
    Rating:  10
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    Michael Kotik

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    Michael Kotik

    5.0251 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    WE PROTECT YOUR FREEDOM AND YOUR FUTURE. Call now for a free consultation: 267-787-1110
    Rating:  10
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Thomas L. Kearney

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    Thomas L. Kearney

    5.0681 reviews
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    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Premier Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney - Former Prosecutor, Now I Defend!
    Rating:  10
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    Jacob W. Wyland

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    Jacob W. Wyland

    4.9132 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: Jacob Wyland is an experienced criminal defense attorney practicing in Western Pennsylvania. He spent five years working as a Deputy District Attorney in Harrisburg and in that time handled over one thousand adult and juvenile cases including crim...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Michael Kevin Parlow

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    Michael Kevin Parlow

    4.9376 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    I have successfully defended individuals in every aspect of criminal defense by priding myself in protecting the constitutional rights that we all have and deserve. Results matter!
    Rating:  10
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    John Albert Abom

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    John Albert Abom

    4.981 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Probate and more
    Bio: I have more than 29 years’ experience in criminal law. I am a veteran litigator and a death penalty-certified attorney who has succeeded in keeping clients off death row. I defend those charged with crimes in state and federal court; I also advise...
    Rating:  10
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    Brian Christopher Jordan

    Brian Christopher Jordan

    5.0257 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: 24/7 Assistance Criminal Defense / DUI / Traffic Law / Expungement Attorney handling all matters in Monroe County, Northampton County, Lehigh County, Pike County, Wayne County, Carbon County and surrounding areas. Criminal Defense representation f...
    Rating:  10
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    Brian Vincent Manchester

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    Brian Vincent Manchester

    5.075 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: With over two decades of legal experience, Brian V. Manchester leads Manchester and Associates, PA, where he has built a reputation for expert criminal defense representation in Pennsylvania. Admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar since 2000, Mr. Manche...
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    Robert J. Munley

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    Robert J. Munley

    4.7126 reviews
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    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    Call for a free evaluation of your case by an experienced, certified trial specialist.
    Rating:  10
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    Matthew Jared Rapa

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    Matthew Jared Rapa

    4.9110 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Criminal Defense Super Lawyer every year since 2013
    Rating:  10
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    Daniel Patrick Emkey

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    Daniel Patrick Emkey

    4.976 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: 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 ...
    Rating:  10
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    John J. Fioravanti

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    John J. Fioravanti

    5.061 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Unsurpassed Experience And Legal Understanding. Call us now 215-712-8748!
    Rating:  10
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    Ben-Zion Datika

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    Ben-Zion Datika

    5.072 reviews
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    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Skilled & Aggressive Criminal Defense Trial Attorney Who Fights for You! –– Call Now for Premium Quality, Personalized, & Strategic Representation in the Courtroom. Our Law Firm Proudly Serves clients in all Pennsylvania Counties as well as the Un...
    Rating:  10
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    Steven M. Pacillio

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    Steven M. Pacillio

    5.043 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Federal Crime
    Aggressive representation. Unmatched professionalism. Experienced litigator. Call today
    Rating:  10
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    Ellis B. Klein

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    Ellis B. Klein

    5.0463 reviews
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    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Experience Matters - Former Senior Deputy District Attorney experienced in over 10,000 court cases. I care about my clients and it shows in my reviews.
    Rating:  9.8
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    Andrea E. Mertz

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    Andrea E. Mertz

    4.981 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Aggressive Berks attorney recently chosen as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers.
    Rating:  10
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    Evan J. Kelly

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    Evan J. Kelly

    4.735 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Aggressive, award winning former prosecutor
    Rating:  10
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    J. Timothy George

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    J. Timothy George

    4.9105 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Car Accidents
    Read what our clients and other lawyers say about us. Then call (814) 315-2601 to get started.
    Rating:  10
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    William D. Thompson

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    William D. Thompson

    4.928 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    DO NOT speak with the police until you have consulted an experienced criminal defense attorney.
    Rating:  9.9
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    Michael John Skinner

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    Michael John Skinner

    5.025 reviews
    Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Former Assistant District Attorney Handling All Criminal & DUI Cases. Call Today!
    Rating:  10
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