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Brian McDermott
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
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University of Pittsburgh School of Law
Brian McDermott is a former prosecutor from Pittsburgh turned criminal defense attorney and DUI lawyer representing clients in Western Pennsylvania.
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...
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Richard Joyce
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney
(412) 281-9919
330 Grant Street
Grant Building Suite 3321
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Duquesne University
Attorney Richard J. Joyce and his law firm represent injured people throughout the Western Pennsylvania region. Attorney Joyce and the law firm of Joyce & Bittner represent persons injured in a wide variety of situations including automobile, truck and other vehicle accidents, trip and falls, injuries caused by household products or tools and injuries caused by nursing home neglect or abuse.
Attorney Joyce has also been engaged in criminal defense litigation involving a range of criminal matters including Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and license suspension matters.
Attorney Joyce formerly held the position of Assistant City Solicitor for the City of Pittsburgh...
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Matthew Ness
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
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Duquesne University School of Law
I grew up in suburban Pittsburgh in a blue collar family where I was instilled with working class ethics and values that continue to embody me today — and that I recognize and appreciate in many of the people I represent in the criminal court system.
I am dedicated to fighting for the rights of my clients to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures, to fair and speedy trials, to just punishment, and to not be coerced into self-incrimination. I believe passionately that the basic principles regarding the rights of people accused of crimes are worth upholding and...
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Joseph D. Pometto
Carnegie, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Duquesne University School of Law
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Allison D. Gaffen
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney
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University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Ryan H. James
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWhite Oak, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Criminal, Appeals, DUI and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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...
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Amy B Jones
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Criminal and White Collar Crime
The George Washington University Law School
Amy B. Levenson Jones, Esq., brings extensive litigation expertise spanning criminal and complex commercial cases accumulated over decades. With a background in practicing law for over ten years in New York and Washington, DC, Amy has now returned to her hometown of Pittsburgh, PA. Her legal representation has reached clients nationwide, appearing before federal and state courts, as well as participating in arbitration and administrative tribunals. Amy is known for being a determined and adept advocate, particularly for clients facing serious criminal charges.
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Anthony Bittner
Pittsburgh , PA Criminal Law Attorney with 43 years of experience
(866) 471-9566
330 Grant Street
Grant Building Suite 3321
Pittsburgh , PA 15219
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Duquesne University
Attorney Anthony M. Bittner and the law firm of Joyce & Bittner represent persons injured in virtually all types of accident injury cases including automobile, truck and other vehicle collisions, trip and falls, dog bites and injuries caused by household items, products or tools.
Attorney Anthony M. Bittner and his law firm represent people accused of criminal violations or who are under criminal investigation throughout the Western Pennsylvania region. As a former Assistant District Attorney in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, Attorney Bittner personally prosecuted an untold number of criminal violations and oversaw major criminal investigations as an attorney supervisor of the District...
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Lisle T. Weaver
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 6 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Juvenile and Traffic Tickets
Duquesne University School of Law
Lisle T. Weaver is an Associate Attorney at Farrell Weaver & Okun.
In 2016, Lisle began working in criminal defense with Thomas N. Farrell. Since then, Lisle has practiced in every type of criminal proceeding: preliminary hearings, grand jury, trials, death penalty trials, post-sentence motions, appeals to the Pennsylvania Superior Court, appeals to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, post-conviction relief petitions, federal habeas corpus, expungements, and pardons. He has also successfully argued before the Pennsylvania Superior Court.
Lisle received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Pittsburgh graduating magna cum laude. While at the University of Pittsburgh,...
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Michael DeMatt
Greensburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal and Traffic Tickets
Washington and Lee University School of Law
My practice is concentrated in criminal defense and personal injury litigation — including wrongful death, auto accidents, fall downs and other personal injury actions. I also handle general civil litigation matters, such as contract and landlord/tenant disputes.
I've litigated scores of civil and criminal matters, including approximately 40 jury trials as of 2021. I've successfully litigated such trials in both federal and state court. Over a four year span, I was able to obtain total acquittals in six out of nine trials during this time period. I've had the chance to handle several high profile criminal cases, such as: a...
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William James Helzlsouer
Dravosburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 50 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
W. J. Helzlsouer is a member of the bar of the following courts:
The Supreme Court of the United States
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals
The United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
W. J. Helzlsouer received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Government from Georgetown University, Washington D.C. in 1970. He received a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1973. In December 1983, he was awarded a Master of Science in Taxation from Robert Morris College.
W. J. Helzlsouer was admitted to the bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania,...
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Dana Jo-Ann Richardson
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfPittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Duquesne University School of Law
Attorney Dana Jo-Ann Richardson has been a proactive advocate for her clients since entering the Bar in 2007. Her ambitions in the pursuit of law began at Duquesne University School of Law, where Dana was a class representative in the Student Bar Association, and where she became a finalist in the prestigious Carol Los Mansmann Appellate Advocacy Competition. Upon graduating from Duquesne University and receiving her Juris Doctorate in 2007, she sat for the bar examination and was admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar that year. While a law student at Duquesne, Dana was hired by the law firm...
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Adam Bishop
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationPittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Duquesne University School of Law
Attorney Adam Bishop is a Pittsburgh native who has dedicated his career to fighting injustice and defending the wrongfully accused. Raised by two Pittsburgh Public School teachers with roots to the steel industry, Attorney Bishop understands the value of hard work and striving for excellence in your profession. Those values have motivated him to succeed throughout his career. Attorney Bishop's tireless work ethic, commitment to his clients, and aggressive courtroom demeanor set him apart from other attorneys and make Bishop Law the preeminent criminal defense firm in the Pittsburgh area. As a Pittsburgh criminal defense lawyer, Attorney Bishop is dedicated...
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Mr. Todd Spivak
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Colorado Law School
Pittsburgh-based attorney Todd Spivak handles Family Law, PFA Defense, Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, and Social Security Disability. A former investigative journalist, Todd's work was twice nominated for The Pulitzer Prize.
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Stanton Levenson
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, Health Care and White Collar Crime
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
With a wealth of experience exceeding 50 years, Stanton D. Levenson, P.A., specializes in comprehensive criminal defense. As a distinguished fellow of the American Board of Criminal Lawyers, Attorney Levenson has held prestigious roles such as past president of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and former chairperson of the Allegheny County Bar Association Judiciary Committee. Currently, he actively participates in various local, state, and national bar and civic organizations, contributing to the legal community. Notable accolades include being listed in Best Lawyers in America and Pennsylvania Super Lawyers. Attorney Levenson is also a frequent lecturer on substantive, trial,...
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David Brian Cercone
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
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Duquesne University School of Law
With over 30 years in the Legal Profession. Having worked in County,State,Large Firms , and Partner of his own Firm David B. Cercone has handled thousands of criminal matters throughout Pennsylvania.
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Thomas N. Farrell
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Duquesne University School of Law
Thomas N. Farrell is the Managing Partner of Thomas N. Farrell and Associates and has over 30 years of experience in criminal law.
Tom is a graduate of Duquesne University School of Law and was admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania in 1991. Tom began his criminal law career as an Assistant District Attorney with the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office. As an Assistant District Attorney, Tom tried cases, handled appeals, and was the head of the Post-Conviction Unit. Tom left the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office to become a Deputy Attorney General for the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General working...
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Brandon M. Eberle
Carnegie, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Duquesne University School of Law
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Kelvin L. Morris
Allison Park, PA Criminal Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Social Security Disability
University of Cincinnati College of Law
A zealous attorney dedicated to persuasively advocating on behalf of his clients.
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Andrew O. Stiffler
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Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Duquesne University School of Law
Pittsburgh Attorney Andrew O. Stiffler is a 2013 graduate of Duquesne University School of Law, where he graduated in the top 25% of his class, and was awarded the Leo J. Loughren Endowed Scholarship. While in law school, Attorney Stiffler was a member of the Appellate Moot Court Board as well as the Louis L. Manderino Honor Society.
In both 2011 and 2012, he represented the University in the American Bar Association Arbitration Competition. During the Spring of 2011, Pittsburgh Attorney Andrew O. Stiffler was awarded the Excellence in Legal Writing Award, an accolade given to the student with the...
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Jeffrey Leonard
Greensburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Family and Personal Injury
New England Law | Boston
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Leah M. Wilson
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 6 years of experience
Criminal, Animal, Business and DUI
Duquesne University School of Law
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Natalie Mihalek
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Criminal and DUI
Appalachian School of Law
As a former Assistant District Attorney for Allegheny County, Natalie has experience prosecuting everything from speeding tickets to serious felonies. In addition to having conducted numerous pre-trial hearings and plea negotiations, Natalie has handled thousands of criminal cases at all levels including jury trials, bench trials and preliminary hearings. With her experience as a prosecutor and her extensive knowledge of current case law, Natalie is able to represent criminal defendants in a wide variety of cases. Having spent years prosecuting, she has intimate knowledge of the justice system's expectations and procedures, which puts her in a unique position to be...
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Patrick Svonavec
Somerset, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Criminal, Business, DUI and Real Estate
Ohio Northern University
Phi Kappa Phi. Member: Willis Society; Ohio Northern University Law Review, 1986-1987.
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William R. Pelger
Munhall, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Elder and Traffic Tickets
Cleveland State University
Former Public Defender trial attorney. 25 years of courtroom experience. Suburban office with a professional but personal touch. "This attorney has integrity and experience and takes pride in his work. He is very accessible and is a hard working individual." We handle Criminal Defense, DUI, Estate Planning, Elder Law, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, Real Estate Transfers, Personal Injury and Civil Claims. We are flexible and can meet clients during evening hours. Our fees are realistic and we care about our clients. Email or call us.
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John A Daller
Mars, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 3 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Health Care and Social Security Disability
Duquesne University School of Law
John Daller is a Cum Laude graduate of Duquesne University School of Law with concentrations in Health Law Business and Government, Business Corporate Governance, Government Administration, and Criminal Litigation. During his time at Duquesne, he participated in the Urban Development Practicum.
John’s wide scope of legal practice is enhanced by his over 20 years of experience and status as a licensed physician and board-certified general and transplant surgeon and intensivist. This background is uniquely valuable when managing health care and disability issues.
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Corrie Woods
Coraopolis, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
Criminal and Appeals
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
Corrie focuses his practice on appellate, criminal, and post-conviction cases. Corrie also authors SCOPABlog, which provides comprehensive coverage of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania’s docket.
Corrie serves as Chair of the Allegheny County Bar Association Appellate Practice Committee, which promotes excellence in appellate advocacy. He is also a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association Criminal Litigation Section and Solo and Small Practitioners Section, and a member of the Washington County Bar Association. In connection with these organizations, Corrie has presented numerous continuing legal education seminars.
Before founding Woods Law Offices, Corrie served as a staff attorney...
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Fallon Carroll Stephenson
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Estate Planning
Duquesne University
Fallon Carroll Stephenson is a native of Uniontown, Pennsylvania. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington & Jefferson College, where she majored in Political Science and minored in Philosophy. At Washington & Jefferson, Fallon was the President of Delta Gamma Fraternity, a member of The Pre-Law Society and Mock Trial Team.
Fallon received her Juris Doctor Degree from Duquesne University School of Law. While at Duquesne, Fallon received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Legal Research and Writing. During law school, Fallon gained valuable experience in complex litigation matters working as a law clerk for Blumling...
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Paul Joseph Giuffre
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Duquesne University
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Terrence Michael Ging
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Duquesne University School of Law
Born and raised in Pittsburgh, I focus my practice on representing injured persons in cases involving motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, premises liability, dog bites and other types of personal injury claims. I have also represented business clients in litigation matters, assisted families in estate administration proceedings and handled the firm’s criminal practice and zoning cases. I am licensed to practice in all Pennsylvania courts, including U.S. District Court of the Western District of Pennsylvania.
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John T. Haller, Jr.
Cranberry Twp, PA Criminal Law Lawyer
John T. Haller, Jr.(Jack) has over twenty five years of legal experience, representing clients in nearly every county in Western Pennsylvania. He has practiced in a wide range of areas, including criminal, family and business law. With his wealth of knowledge and experience, Attorney Haller negotiates the best outcome outside the courtroom when possible, and vigorously defends in the event that your matter requires litigation.
Attorney Haller received his law degree from the University of Akron and his undergraduate degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He is a retired Professor of Business Law from Slippery...
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Matthew Zatko
Somerset, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Criminal, Business, DUI and Traffic Tickets
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
As a native of Western Pennsylvania and a current area resident, I am strongly invested in the community. Since founding my Somerset criminal defense and personal injury law firm in Somerset in 1997, I have worked hard to protect the rights and best interests of the individuals and businesses I represent. In addition to my legal practice, I serve on the Somerset County Bar Association Board of Directors.
Reported cases
Commonwealth v. Three Hundred Ten Thousand Twenty Dollars ($310,020.00) In United States Currency, Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania, 894 A.2d 154 (2006)
Gilmour Properties v. Board of Assessment Appeals of Somerset County, Commonwealth...
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Jaclyn M. Shaw
New Kensington, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Born and raised in the Pittsburgh area, Jaclyn M. (Nichols) Shaw graduated cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science. Upon completing her undergraduate education, she obtained her Paralegal Certification from Duquesne University during the summer of 2012. She attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Law where she was awarded her Juris Doctor degree in 2016.
Dedicated to guiding clients through some of the most trying experiences of their lives, Jaclyn M. Shaw serves clients in Somerset, Pennsylvania, and throughout Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. Offering personalized attention and advice, Mrs....
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Rebecca Eileen Puhac
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Criminal, Divorce, Family and Traffic Tickets
Duquesne University School of Law
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Jeffrey Stephen Weinberg
pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 43 years of experience
5213 fifth avenue
pittsburgh, PA 15232
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Estate Planning and Immigration
Duquesne University
Attorney Jeffrey Weinberg is a native Pittsburgher who has successfully defended clients in front of judges and juries in multiple counties across Western Pennsylvania and in Federal Court. He attended law school at Duquesne University where upon graduation he was admitted to practice in Pennsylvania as well as all Federal Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court.
He has been in practice for 37 years.
Areas of Practice
Criminal Law
Civil Ligitation
Personal Injury
Workman's Compensation
Immigration Law
Estates/Contracts Law
Bar Admissions
Pennsylvania
U.S. District Court Western District of Pennsylvania
Education
Washington and Jefferson College
B.A. 1977?
Duquesne University School of Law, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
J.D. 1980
Professional Associations and Memberships
Allegheny County Bar Association, Member
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Michael John Pisanchyn
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer
241 Fourth Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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As founder and owner of the Pisanchyn Law Firm, Attorney Michael Pisanchyn started his working life at a chrome-plating company, and not as an attorney.
Through that experience, namely a former co-worker he befriended who lost their life due to poor working conditions, he came to know what he wanted in life, and that was to give a voice to those that have been injured. Attorney Michael Pisanchyn has gone up against some of the biggest corporations, and shown those corporations the law is not just reserved for rich. It is something that can mean the difference between life and death...
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Michael Ovens
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Katherine Lovelace
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Criminal
The University of Denver Sturm College of Law
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Bernard Michael Tully
Pittsburgh, PA Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp