Force Appeals & Appellate Lawyers

I have been a practicing attorney for 15 years with the past 13 years dedicated exclusively to the practice of criminal law. I have been a Judge's Law Clerk, a prosecutor, and a public defender. I have either prosecuted or defended every crime in the state of Pennsylvania. I have seen the criminal justice system from every angle. Let me now put that experience to work for you. If you have been arrested, sent a summons, or simply believe you will be charged with a crime, contact me immediately for a free consultation and see...

Owen McGrann is the Managing Member of McGrannLAW and focuses his practice on helping small businesses achieve big goals, families prepare for the future, and professionals navigate changing landscapes.

Owen has partnered with small businesses, professionals, and individuals on a wide array of matters ranging from business formation, small business counseling, complex commercial and business litigation, appellate litigation, corporate governance, trade secret and non-compete litigation, and representation of medical professionals.

After practicing at two mid-sized regional firms and one of the country’s largest firms, Owen came to the conclusion that he could best help his clients and provide truly personal representation by...

Frank Walker is one of the most sought-after criminal defense attorneys in Western Pennsylvania. He stands by his motto of delivering real talk, real experience, and real results. Fearless in the courtroom and tenacious when fighting for his clients, Attorney Walker is highly regarded in criminal defense circles. He has handled many high-profile crimes and serious offenses, developing a proven track record of victories. In addition to criminal defense, Attorney Walker also focuses his practice on civil litigation. Attorney Walker is active in the community and frequently gives talks on education, leadership, and legal matters.

Shawn is a partner with Mooney Law and one of the members of the Mooney Capital Region Criminal Defense team. He has substantial experience in all facets of criminal law practice, and is not afraid to fight zealously on behalf of his clients. While most attorneys shy away from litigation, he embraces it and in doing so has established himself as one of the most well respected criminal defense attorneys in the region and does not hesitate to represent clients with serious criminal charges, including felonies.

Prior to joining Mooney Law, Shawn worked as a solo practitioner in State College,...

Attorney David J. Shrager is a widely known, decorated criminal defense lawyer and native Pittsburgher. His Pittsburgh-based law firm focuses exclusively upon defending individuals throughout Pennsylvania charged with felony and misdemeanor criminal offenses at both the state and federal levels. Such offenses include DUI, drug crimes, sex crimes, theft crimes, assault crimes, white-collar crimes and more.

Attorney Shrager was selected to Super Lawyers 2017 – 2019. He is a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. You’ll find his name often quoted in...

I'm a criminal trial and appellate lawyer. I try cases to juries and, if necessary, I take my clients’ cases up on appeal, as far as necessary, to ensure that they've received a constitutionally guaranteed fair trial and adequate due process.

Not all lawyers are both trial and appellate lawyers; the roles are different and require different skill sets. But I believe that my doing both enables me to stand out from the hundreds of criminal-defense attorneys who are all offering either one thing or the same thing. In this dual role, my trial...

Brian McDermott is a former prosecutor from Pittsburgh turned criminal defense attorney and DUI lawyer representing clients in Western Pennsylvania.
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If you are charged with a crime or receive a traffic ticket it can be an extremely intimidating situation. It can severely impact your family, job, finances, school, driving privileges, and, most importantly, your freedom.

?Attorney McDermott’s experience, both as an assistant district attorney in Allegheny County and a criminal defense lawyer, provides him with the knowledge and understanding to represent you at every stage of the criminal process.

?Before you speak to the police or answer any questions, call or text The...

Karissa is a passionate and trustworthy attorney, and has helped numerous individuals who were injured receive the compensation they deserve. Having a lifelong interest in law, Karissa completed a B.A. at the University of Pittsburgh in Political Science and English Writing in 2014, and moved on to obtain a Juris Doctor degree at Pittsburgh’s Duquesne University School of Law in 2018. While in a civil rights clinic at Duquesne University, she helped to organize and participate in a large scale expungement and pardon workshop for individuals in Allegheny County. Karissa discovered while in law school that personal injury law was...

Attorney Ketchel is a Pittsburgh native with deep roots tied to Allegheny County. He received his Juris Doctor (JD) from Duquesne University School of Law and is a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (PACDL), the Allegheny County Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association, as well as the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). I am Attorney Justin Ketchel and I will work to understand your case and your unique circumstances to get the best possible outcome for you. I have a lot of experience and success in winning tough cases and I...

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The Law Office of Emily Gomez, LLC is a small consumer law firm located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specially focuses on assisting people suffering from debt and debt-related legal issues. We help financially stressed people take control of their lives, whether by suing aggressive creditors, appealing unjust unemployment compensation decisions, or filing for bankruptcy. Our ultimate goal is to help free our clients from the fear and uncertainty that financial stress can bring.

My practice is primarily focused on civil litigation. I joined Behrend and Ernsberger, P.C. as an associate attorney in 2011. I graduated magna cum laude from the University of South Florida in 2008 with two degrees: a B.A. in Political Science and a B.A. in International Relations. I also minored in Economics. While in college, one of my favorite activities was to volunteer as a tutor with the Urban Scholars Outreach Program, a program that provided free tutoring on Saturday mornings to underprivileged children of all grade levels. I also served as an intern for the Honorable Congresswoman Kathy...