Highspire, Pennsylvania Criminal Lawyers

Justin James McShane
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney. 16 years experience
(717) 657-3900 3601 Vartan Way, 2nd Floor,
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
Dickinson School of Law and University of Limerick Law Department
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If you are looking for the best DUI trial lawyer in Pennsylvania, look no further than Attorney Justin J. McShane of http://themcshanefirm.com The McShane Firm. Based in Harrisburg, Attorney McShane is the most highly qualified Pennsylvania DUI (http://www.themcshanefirm.com/practice/dui) and criminal defense attorney. Justin is a nationally renowned forensic science expert who successfully uses his superior knowledge, experience, and guts to defend citizens accused of crimes ranging from DUI to underage drinking, from drug possession to assault, and even capital homicide. Widely respected for his encyclopedic knowledge of all forms of forensic science, Attorney McShane has lectured at...
Roy L. Galloway III
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney. 9 years experience
(717) 737-3300 4309 Linglestown Rd.
Suite 107
 Harrisburg, PA 17112
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Dickinson School of Law
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Roy L. Galloway, Attorney at Law, was born in New Orleans, LA. After graduating with honors from Clark Atlanta University, where he earned his degree in political science, Roy went on to attend Pennsylvania State Dickinson School of Law, which is where he received his Juris Doctor. Now, he's admitted to practice law in every Pennsylvania court. Before he established his own practice, Roy was an associate at a distinguished law firm in Pottstown, PA. There, he focused on all manner of family law. Roy moved up to a larger law office based out of Lemoyne, PA,...
Douglas Keith Marsico
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 23 years experience
(717) 232-7661 3631 North Front Street
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Widener University Delaware School of Law
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Douglas K. Marsico is a graduate of West Chester University and the Widener University School of Law. Mr. Marsico's practice concentration is in criminal defense, DUI defense, traffic violations, driver's licensing matters, real estate and insurance defense. He is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and the United State District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania. Mr. Marsico began his law career as law clerk to the Honorable Richard A. Lewis, Court of Common Pleas, Dauphin County, and later served as a prosecutor in the Dauphin County District Attorney's office. Mr. Marsico has taught seminars on...
Joseph Caraciolo
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney. 13 years experience
(717) 236-9391 112 Market Street, 6th Floor
 Harrisburg, PA 17101
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
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Partner Phone: 717-236-9391 Fax: 717-236-6602 Email: Email Me Areas of Practice: Criminal Family General Civil Practice Wills, Living Wills, Power of Attorney Bar Admissions: Pennsylvania, 2003 U.S. District Court, 2004 Education: Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania JD Mansfield University, Mansfield, PA, 2000 Bachelor of Arts Honors: Philosophy Student of the Year Major: English Major: Philosophy Published Works: Updated and Edited Pennsylvania Drunk Driving Defense, Revere, 2005 Professional Associations and Memberships: Cumberland County Bar Association Past Employment Positions: Camp Hill Law Firm, 2002 – 2005 Pro Bono Activities: Dauphin...
Christopher Arthur Dreisbach
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 11 years experience
(717) 393-7885 3540 North Progress Avenue
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Criminal, DUI, Juvenile and Traffic Tickets
Temple University Beasley School of Law
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Christopher A. Dreisbach concentrates his practice on criminal defense and civil litigation in both state and federal courts. Since entering private practice, he has defended individuals facing the most serious of criminal charges including rape and homicide. In civil actions, he has successfully represented individuals and corporations in cases involving federal civil conspiracy allegations, regulatory violations, and complex personal injury matters. Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Dreisbach served for four years as a Deputy District Attorney in the Dauphin County District Attorney’s Office. During his time as a Deputy District Attorney, Mr. Dreisbach successfully prosecuted a vast...
(717) 393-7885 339 N. Duke Street
 Lancaster, PA 17608
Joseph Curcillo
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer.
(717) 651-9100 3964 Lexington Street
 Harrisburg, PA 17109
Criminal and DUI
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Harrisburg attorney Joseph A. Curcillo III is the managing partner at Curcillo Law, LLC. Attorney Curcillo has been practicing as an attorney for nearly three decades. Before the establishment of his present practice, Attorney Curcillo served in numerous educational and prosecutorial roles. He is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association Editorial Committee, County Conference of Bar Leaders Board, House of Delegates, and Promotion and Events Committee. Additionally, Mr. Curcillo has been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers® and holds a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating. For more information, please contact his firm today.
Mr. Shawn Michael Curry
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney.
(717) 525-8733 2411 North Front Street
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Criminal, DUI and Juvenile
Widener University Delaware School of Law
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Patrick Lauer
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camp Hill, PA Criminal Law Attorney. 30 years experience
(800) 822-4529 2108 market street
 camp Hill, PA 17011
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Dickinson School of Law
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Author of Penna Dui Defense, ski instructor for handicapped skiers, world traveler, Lead counsel in over 200 jury trials, not guilty verdicts in homicide, drug, arson , burglary and serious felony and all sex cases National lecturer on Winning the Unwinnable case
(800) 822-4529 50 East High Street
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 carlisle, PA 17013
Michael Anthony Carrucoli
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Lemoyne, PA Criminal Law Lawyer.
(866) 596-9384 875 Market Street, Suite 200
 Lemoyne, PA 17043
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
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Michael Carrucoli is the founding member and partner of the law firm Carrucoli and Associates. He is a leading DUI Lawyer and focuses on DUI Defense & all other alcohol & drug related offenses. Upon completing his undergraduate work at Rutger’s University, Mr. Carrucoli earned his law degree from the Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University, Carlisle, PA. Mr. Carrucoli began his legal career at a small law firm Carlisle, Pennsylvanian before becoming a York County Assistant Attorney in York, Pennsylvania. As an Assistant Attorney, Mr. Carrucoli tried numerous cases before judges and juries and also...
(866) 596-9384 25 N Duke Street, Suite 208
 York, PA 17402
William Shreve
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 18 years experience
(717) 234-6001 3618 North 6th Street
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Criminal, DUI and Family
Widener University Commonwealth Law School and Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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Jonathan Walter Crisp
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney.
(717) 412-4676 4031 North Front Street
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Criminal
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At Crisp and Associates, a criminal defense lawyer in Harrisburg is ready to take on your case and fight for your rights. If you are facing accusations of criminal activity, it is essential that you take the proactive approach and seek out the help you need as soon as possible. Attorney Jonathan W. Crisp obtained his Juris Doctorate from Widener University School of Law. He worked for a time as an Assistant Public Defender in the Centre County Public Defender’s Office. He also worked for the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps. Attorney Bryan DePowell attended the University of...
David Hoover
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer.
(717) 652-2252 4400 Linglestown Road
Suite 203
 Harrisburg, PA 17112
Criminal and DUI
Dickinson School of Law
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David Hoover is a skilled and experience attorney in Harrisburg, PA. With extensive training in DUI defense, Mr. Hoover is qualified to defend those charged with this serious crime. Contact a criminal defense attorney from The Hoover Firm right away.
Kevin Gillespie
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 20 years experience
(717) 236-9377 315 North Front Street -
 Harrisburg, PA 17101
Criminal, DUI, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Attorney Gillespie has nearly 20 years of courtroom litigation experience. He has successfully prosecuted numerous cases as an Assistant District Attorney, including Murder, Arson, White Collar Crimes, Insurance Fraud and Homicide by Vehicle, sex assaults and large-scale drug distribution enterprises. As a civil litigator, he has litigated personal injury, contract, trespass, collection and employment cases.
Herbert Corky Goldstein
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney. 49 years experience
(877) 632-4656 105 N Front St, Ste 210
 Harrisburg, PA 17101
Criminal
Pennsylvania State University - Dickinson School of Law
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I am a CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER IN Central Pa. I have 12 Offices. I handle criminal cases on a State, County, and Federal Level, I also represent people being investigated by police or a State-Wide or Federal Grand Jury. I handle white-collar crimes, as well. I have a 5 Star rating on Google-highest they give out. I have received local, State, and National Awards for my legal work. I am also a legal contributor to many local and National TV News shows. I have several major awards from The American Bar Association and the Pa. Bar Association. I am...
Heather Nicole Orisko
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Camp Hill, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 13 years experience
(800) 822-4529 2108 Market Street
Aztec Building
 Camp Hill, PA 17011
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Widener University
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Bruce Eli Wolbrette
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Hershey, PA Criminal Law Attorney. 28 years experience
(717) 533-1959 441C West Chocolate Ave.
 Hershey, PA 17033
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Juvenile
South Texas College of Law
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Extensive experience in all phases of criminal law in central Pennsylvania. Licensed for over 25 years. Willing to fight for your rights.
Scott A Stein
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Hershey, PA Criminal Law Attorney. 19 years experience
(717) 312-7948 P.O. Box 931
 Hershey, PA 17033
Free ConsultationCriminal, Employment, Family and Juvenile
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Alan Kennedy-Shaffer
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Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer.
(717) 265-8741 3101 N. Front St.
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Criminal, Administrative and Appeals
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Eric Michael Gibson
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Lebanon, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 9 years experience
(717) 769-5040 279 North Zinns Mill Road
Suite D
 Lebanon, PA 17042
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Eric grew up in Maryland then attended college at Gettysburg. He went on to graduate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.
(610) 685-8000 1118 Penn Avenue
 Wyomissing, PA 19610
(717) 842-0803 313 West Liberty Street
Suite 124, Liberty Place
 Lancaster, PA 17603
M. Alexandra Bradley
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Springfield, PA Criminal Law Lawyer.
(610) 692-8700 1489 Old Baltimore Pike
 Springfield, PA 19064
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Villanova University School of Law
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M. Alexandra Bradley is a criminal defense attorney with Ciccarelli Law Offices. A natural litigator, Bradley’s capabilities as a seasoned criminal defense attorney and DUI lawyer in the courtroom make her an effective and zealous advocate for her clients.  A Maryland native, she first came to the Greater Philadelphia area as an undergraduate student at Villanova University.  While at Villanova, Bradley gained a diverse educational background in both English and Business. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Villanova in 2008. Bradley supported herself through college by providing special needs childcare for families of children with autism and Downs Syndrome.  She...
(610) 719-3200 304 North High Street
 West Chester,, PA 19380
(610) 692-8700 150 N. Radnor Chester Road
Suite F-200
 Radnor , PA 19087
(610) 692-8700 1060 First Avenue
Suite 400
 King of Prussia, PA 19406
(215) 228-0100 Suite 200
 Philadelphia, PA 19102
(717) 291-9400 313 West Liberty Street
 Lancaster, PA 17603
Thomas L. Kearney IV
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York, PA Criminal Law Attorney. 7 years experience
(717) 668-8159 160 E. Market Street
 York, PA 17401
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Widener University Delaware School of Law
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Thomas L. Kearney, IV (T.L.), is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of the University of Pittsburgh where he received a B.S. in both Business and Psychology. T.L. graduated Cum Laude from Widener University School of Law in Wilmington, Delaware where he received his Juris Doctorate degree. While attending Widener, T.L. served on the Executive Board, as an Editor, for the Delaware Journal of Corporate Law and was the Vice President of the entire Student Bar Association. He was also selected for an externship with the Honorable Justice Richard Barclay Surrick of the United States District Court for the Eastern District...
John Ogden
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York, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 24 years experience
(717) 718-0406 257 East Market Street
 York, PA 17403
Criminal, DUI, Municipal and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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We are a general practice law firm concentrating on DUI Defense, Traffic offenses, Real Estate and Zoning and Business Matters. Visit our website at www.JohnOgden.com Effective, Efficient Legal Service. Justice Starts Here! Find us on Facebook! JohnOgdenAttorney
Richard Robinson
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York, PA Criminal Law Attorney. 29 years experience
(717) 845-1524 137 East Philadelphia Street
 York, PA 17401
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
The Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law
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Practicing criminal law since 1988, Richard Robinson has extensive experience in criminal defense, with a focus on DUI defense. For more than 25 years, he has engaged in over 300 criminal jury trials; among these are 15 capital death penalty trials and over 45 cases involving homicide — many of which have been high-profile cases in York County. In addition to his experience as a DUI attorney in York PA, Richard has also represented clients who have been charged with a variety of other violations, including drug cases; assault cases; motor vehicle violations; white collar crimes; sex offenses; assault/battery; juvenile...
Anne M. Gibson
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Lebanon, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 9 years experience
(717) 769-5040 279 North Zinns Mill Road
Suite D
 Lebanon, PA 17042
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
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Anne has been a practicing attorney since 2007. She began her work by clerking for the now President Judge of the Lancaster Court of Common Please, the Honorable Dennis Reinaker. Anne then pursued her legal career helping indiviudals who are unable to afford attorney on their own as a trial attorney in the Lancaster County Public Defenders Office. Anne along with her Husband became partners at Bentley, Gibson, Kopecki, Smith, P.C. where she practices Family Law cases, including Divorce and Child Custody as well as handling DUI and other Criminal Law matters.
(717) 842-0803 313 West Liberty Street
Suite 124
 Lancaster, PA 17603
(610) 685-8000 1118 Penn Avenue
 Wyomissing, PA 19610
Paula Silverstein
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York, PA Criminal Law Attorney.
(717) 227-1115 135 N. George Street
Suite 223
 York, PA 17401
Criminal, Family and Personal Injury
Widener University Delaware School of Law
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Paula S. Silverstein has two decades of experience representing clients with their personal injury, family law and domestic matters and general civil litigation. If you are living in the Central Pennsylvania area including York and Lancaster and have been injured in a car acccident, facing divorce or any domestic issue, been convicted of a crime or any related law matter, contact Paula S. Silverstein today. Attorney Silverstein in married to her law partner, Bernard Ilkhanoff. They have been in their law practice together since 1999. Attorney Silverstein was an Assistant City Solicitor for the City of Philadelphia, then worked for...
(717) 227-1115 249 S Main St
 Shrewsbury, PA 17361
Michael E Houghton
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Springfield, PA Criminal Law Attorney. 8 years experience
(610) 490-9310 1489 Old Baltimore Pike
 Springfield, PA 19064
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Widener University Delaware School of Law
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Michael was born in Chestnut Hill, and attended Conestoga High School.  After being graduated from Conestoga, Michael attended Elon College in North Carolina for two years where he studied computer science and political science.  He then transferred to American University in Washington, D.C., where he attained a B.A. in Political Science.   After being accepted into Widener Law School, Michael interned for the Hon. Edward G. Rendell during the summer of his first year in law school.  He helped manage the electronic voter database for Gov. Rendell’s successful reelection.   During his third year at Widener Law School, Michael was...
(610) 692-8700 304 North High Street
 West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 651-0600 150 North Radnor Chester Road
 Radnor, PA 19087
(215) 228-0100 1515 Market Street
Suite 2000
 Philadelphia, PA 19103
(717) 291-9400 313 West Liberty Place
 Lancaster, PA 17603
Ben Cramer Esq.
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Duncannon, PA Criminal Law Attorney.
(717) 834-5700 5 South Market St.
 Duncannon, PA 17020
Criminal, DUI, Family and Personal Injury
Widener University
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Ben graduated in 2004 from Lycoming College and received his Juris Doctorate in 2011 from Widener University School of Law. At Widener, Ben completed the seven-day Intensive Trial Advocacy Program, which is designed to sharpen trial advocacy skills. During law school, Ben clerked for the Harrisburg personal injury firm, Handler, Henning, and Rosenberg while taking evening classes. He earned the Certificate of Achievement in Legal Methods, the course which teaches legal analysis, drafting, and communication. Ben also interned in the Perry County Public Defender’s office during the summer of 2011. Mr. Cramer focuses his practice...
Dawn Marie Cutaia
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York, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 21 years experience
(717) 718-5199 109 E. Market Street
 York, PA 17401
Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, Family and Foreclosure Defense
Dickinson School of Law
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David B Mueller
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Dillsburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 6 years experience
130 West Church Street, Suite 100
 Dillsburg, PA 17019
Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
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I strongly belive that anyone accused of a crime has their entire life at stake and deserves competent and zealous legal representation. I have a wealth of criminal trial experience, ranging from simple misdemeanors to serious felonies. That experience will be put to use in your case where it maters most: in the courtroom. I approach each case with the understanding that each client is more than just a set of charges or a prior record score, and I work with clients to develop a defense game plan that addresses the whole person, not just the current criminal case....
Lee Cohen
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer.
(717) 920-2220 5425 Jonestown Rd
#103
 Harrisburg, PA 17112
Criminal, Business, DUI and Employment
Vermont Law School
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Jennifer Beth Jordan
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney.
(215) 963-5959 1701 Market St
 Harrisburg, PA 17103
Criminal, Business and IP
University of Pennsylvania Law School
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Harry Baturin
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer. 18 years experience
(717) 234-2427 2604 N 2nd St
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Criminal, Business, DUI and Estate Planning
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Sanford Alan Krevsky
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer.
(717) 234-4583 1101 N FRONT ST
 Harrisburg, PA 17102
Criminal
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John Glace
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer.
(717) 238-5515 134 Walnut St
 Harrisburg, PA 17101
Criminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
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Edward Spreha
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney.
(717) 234-7051 2401 North Front Street
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Criminal
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Erin Michele Zimmerer
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney.
(717) 798-3601 2000 Linglestown Road Suite 106
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Criminal
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J. Michael Sheldon
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Lawyer.
(717) 657-3464 5821 Linglestown Rd
 Harrisburg, PA 17112
Criminal
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Marc Anthony Scaringi
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney.
(717) 657-7770 2000 Linglestown Rd
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Criminal, Business, Collections and DUI
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Roger Laguna
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney.
(717) 233-5292 1119 N Front St,
 Harrisburg, PA 17102
Criminal
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Gary Leyder
Harrisburg, PA Criminal Law Attorney.
2040 Linglestown Rd
 Harrisburg, PA 17110
Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury
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