Sidman Criminal Lawyers

At JD Law, located in State College, Pennsylvania, we will protect your rights. Whether it’s a misdemeanor or felony, a criminal conviction will have consequences. Criminal defense attorney Jason S. Dunkle has more than a decade of experience and has represented thousands of clients in Central Pennsylvania. His goal is to provide students and other individuals with the most favorable outcome in every legal matter. Whether it concerns allegations of white collar crime, DUI or DWI charges, sex offenses, drug possession or distribution arrests, or traffic violations, Jason Dunkle can provide you with skilled criminal defense representation.

Lisle T. Weaver is a Partner at Farrell Weaver & Okun. Lisle has invaluable experience navigating complex cases – including homicides and sexual assaults – through jury trials. He has worked in every type of criminal proceeding: grand jury sessions, investigations, preliminary hearings, suppression motions, jury trials, death penalty trials, post-sentence motions, appeals to the Pennsylvania Superior Court, appeals to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, post-conviction relief petitions, expungements, and pardons. Lisle has been involved in many high-profile cases and understands the value of analyzing the intricacies of each case at every phase. Having the case dismissed at the preliminary hearing or...

Attorney Fahnestock is passionate about protecting the rights of others and assuring the checks and balances in the court system are upheld so everyone is treated fairly.

Attorney Fahnestock is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University where he focused on criminal law. After graduating from Penn State, he attended Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and was an Associate Editor for Law Review. While in Law School he spent time working with the State Appellate Defenders Office re-testing firearm and forensic evidence for convicted defendants.

When outside of work, Attorney Fahnestock enjoys going to the gym, Penn State football, and staying...

With an Avvo rating of 10.0, Attorney Elisabeth K. H. Pasqualini is recognized in her community as a fearless and reliable defense lawyer who looks after her clients. In her 15+ years of professional experience practicing criminal defense, she has handled 1,000 cases at both the state and federal level, successfully defending clients charged with rape, aggravated assault, drug offenses, and other misdemeanors. She also has 11 years of experience defending clients charged with white collar crimes, sex offense, drug trafficking, and firearms offenses, and she regularly achieves court dismissals or “Not Guilty” verdicts for her clients. Whether advocating to...

Matthew C. Parson is a high-quality, veteran defense attorney based in Franklin, Pennsylvania. He practices criminal law, family law, contract law, and estate law. Matthew and his team can help you with divorce and custody problems, even if they are complex and emotionally charged. Our satisfaction comes from helping those in need of advocacy, information, or advice. We also serve clients in need of criminal defense, and/or probate law and estate settlement. Call us today – your first consultation is free! If you'd like more information, check out our website here! https://lawfirmfranklin.com

Justin J. Ketchel is a top Pittsburgh criminal attorney who has over a decade of experience successfully navigating the criminal justice system in Western Pennsylvania. He is senior attorney and owner of Ketchel Law, a criminal defense law firm, located in Downtown Pittsburgh, serving Allegheny County and other counties in Western Pennsylvania. Attorney Ketchel has won numerous trials for his clients and has built a reputation as one of the best defense attorneys in Pennsylvania. His number one goal is to get his clients' cases dismissed. Throughout every step of the process, he will fight for a not-guilty verdict or a severe reduction...

I have successfully represented many clients in all Commonwealth Courts and the Federal Bankruptcy Court in various steps of the legal process, including Preliminary Hearings, Arbitration, Child Support Hearings, Motions, and Trials. I take great pride in my ability to learn from the past and use what worked for the future. Unlike some attorneys, I am not afraid of the courtroom and will do what is necessary to provide you with the best possible advocacy. Go to http://mbeckerlaw.com

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.

I am the founder of Steve Rice Law, a firm of criminal defense attorneys serving South Central Pennsylvania. We're different than most firms. It's not because we do criminal defense. What make us special is, we don't do anything else. We do one thing: Defend people accused of crimes -- DUI, murder, and everything in between.

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...

Jennifer Price is a special education attorney in the Pittsburgh metro area who has received awards for her legal skills and advocacy. She was a former prosecutor for the Allegheny County Office of the District Attorney in both the adult and juvenile divisions, where she prosecuted cases major felonies. As a special education attorney, she believes in making sure every child has an opportunity to succeed both in school and in life. Her boutique law firm provides disability law-related legal services in special educational law, guardianships, and special needs trusts. With over 10 years of experience, Jennifer Price...

I started practicing law right out of law school in 2005 with Mooney Law. I am now a partner with the firm and have experience in most every facet of general practice. Our firm is client centric, which means your experience with our firm is our top priority.

I was born and raised in New York and attended law school in central Pennsylvania. I have more than 12 years of experience trying cases in courts throughout the Harrisburg region, including 75+ criminal jury trials, and hundreds of criminal and family law hearings. I have also had the privilege of successfully arguing cases before the Pennsylvania Superior Court, and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, some of which resulted in published opinions which changed or created new law. I am dedicated to being a tireless advocate who is at home in the courtroom, and giving my clients the respect, attention, and...

Allissa McDonald Myers brings her ambition and passion for helping her clients get the resolution they need to Grace Legal Offices. She is dedicated to providing confidence and reassurance to her family law clients in their most challenging moments. Allissa's legal career kicked off when she interned with the Honorable Jeffery D. Wright in the Court of Common Pleas of Lancaster, where she assisted with the creation of the Lancaster's Veterans Court. Throughout Law School, Allissa had the privilege of working at the Temple University Legal Aid Office as a Certified Legal Intern where she was able to directly...

Experienced business start-up attorney and consultant.

Ashley dedicates her experience and skills to those clients wishing to achieve their own independence through entrepreneurial endeavor. She has formed business entities, drafted operating agreements, negotiated purchase and sale agreements, vendor contracts, and employee documents. She not only understands the legal requirements and ramifications of various transactional relationships, but also the practical necessities typically required to close.

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...

Justin is an accomplished partner at Farrell Weaver & Okun, where he has built a distinguished career specializing in criminal law, appellate advocacy, and estate and probate matters. Justin has experience in various areas of criminal law, including preliminary hearings, grand jury proceedings, trial and appellate litigation, death penalty cases, and post-conviction relief petitions. Justin has handled and aided jury trials, nonjury trials and conducted numerous pre-trial hearings including motions to suppress and petitions for habeas corpus relief. Justin has handled and aided cases ranging from homicides to DUI’s to summary charges. Justin is a seasoned appellate advocate having extensive work in...

Attorney Dave Zuckerman is a former Assistant District Attorney who has prosecuted and defended those accused of felony, misdemeanor and summary offenses in Allegheny County and the surrounding counties in Western Pennsylvania.

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...

A zealous attorney dedicated to persuasively advocating on behalf of his clients.

I am a criminal defense lawyer who specializes in serious felony cases.

Gary E. Gerson is a criminal defense attorney in Pittsburgh, PA with over 25 years of experience. He and his talented legal team at the Law Offices of Gary E. Gerson work to help each and every client avoid criminal conviction and harsh punishments. Gary has successfully helped hundreds of clients in the Pittsburgh area facing criminal charges including DUI, domestic violence, weapons charges, assault, theft, campus crimes, homicide, sex offenses, and others by providing dedicated legal representation for each and every client. He understands the people entering his office are not generally in good situations and he fights to...

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.

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,...

Attorney Justin P. Miller’s clients benefit from his extensive experience and knowledge gained from representing hundreds of clients as a public defender and working as a judicial law clerk. He has made hundreds of court appearances, including nearly daily appearances while working in the busy Centre County Public Defender Office. He has successfully negotiated complete dismissals of serious cases and other resolutions that protect his clients’ liberty and dignity.

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,...

To sum me up....I care about the lives of the people who call me. Every person is unique and their needs are paramount to me. I'll never treat a person like a piece of paper and it's one of the reasons I don't like the legal field and what I see happening to it anymore. Commercials/ Billboards. The lack of caring between the attorney and client...the personal dynamic is getting lost so much out there. Not with me. My practice areas include: Personal Injury - Wrongful Death, Car and Truck Accidents, Slip and...

I have been defending the rights of the criminally accused since 1992 and I have been involved in all aspects of criminal litigation from initial investigation to final appeal. I have tried to verdict well-over 80 criminal cases and I have negotiated pre-trial resolutions in well-over 1000 other criminal matters. My priority is defending clients with passion and skill against complicated and serious criminal prosecutions.

I have dedicated my career to criminal defense and to the science of Trial Advocacy. I believe in representing my clients zealously and maneuvering cases as quickly and cost -effectively as possible through the criminal justice...

Julian Allatt is a dedicated criminal defense attorney and partner at Rehmeyer & Allatt, a law firm in State College, PA. He is experienced in representing clients charged with minor summary offenses, DUI and minor drug possession cases, to violent felonies including armed robbery, burglary, aggravated assault, attempted murder and related offenses. Additionally, Julian has extensive experience representing clients charged with the possession and distribution of controlled substances in prosecutions commenced by county district attorney’s offices as well as the Attorney General of Pennsylvania. He is a highly experienced and respected courtroom advocate who prides himself in his ability...

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...

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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After focusing on appeals and post-conviction remedies for years, Attorney Clarkson found that the best way to save someone from ineffective assistance of counsel is to be effective trial counsel. Switching now to focus more heavily on trials, she fights for your rights and makes sure every angle is utilized to get you the best possible outcome.

Attorney Clarkson will still handle appeals, post-conviction remedies, and mental health expungements.

Attorney Clarkson will continue to make sure the law is complied with and uphold constitutional rights so our citizenry does not lose them.

She handles everything from summary speeding tickets to murder.

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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...

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...

For 25 years, Mark has been serving the cause of justice in Clarion County. From his earliest days in the Public Defender’s office, to five terms as Clarion County’s elected District Attorney, Mark’s temperament and judgement have been tested and refined.

Mark has earned his reputation as a tough litigator. Your case will be handled with your best interests constantly in mind. Whether that means negotiating an appropriate settlement or, when justice requires, to try the case before a jury, Mark has the expertise to ensure that you receive the best possible result.

• Tried 119 jury trials in Clarion...

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.

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.