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24 Oct, 2024 by Sean mcwilliams
Carla Risoldi is an excellent attorney who helped me through my contentious custody proceedings with my ex. She is tenacious and will fight for you.
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24 Oct, 2024 by Brian maco
24 Oct, 2024 by Sean
Carla is an excellent attorney who represented me during my contentious custody proceedings. She is no-nonsense and tells you like it is. She is a tenacious fighter and will fight for you.
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14 Oct, 2024 by Keith quinlan
Keith and his team did an incredible job representing our family member for a traffic ticket. From the initial call all the way through to the court date, Keith and his team kept us informed of all communication/decisions that would aid us in getting our matter resolved. We hopefully will not get another traffic ticket in the near future, but if we do, we would not hesitate in contacting Keith and his team again. THANK YOU again for helping us out!
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02 Jan, 2024 by Daniel feeley
Excellent Criminal Lawyer in Bucks County. Helped guide me through a very difficult time in my life and truly looked out for my best interest.
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13 Jun, 2023 by Christopher collins
Fantastic..saved me from many future headaches
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26 Nov, 2024 by Anonymous
Attorney Saile did a fabulous job handling my case as well as my nerves! All along, she was so reassuring and everything turned out far better than could ever have been hoped for in the end. I’m eternally grateful and would recommend her services wholeheartedly.
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07 Nov, 2024 by Anonymous
Excellent at answering any questions, upfront and honest, professional yet personable.
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14 Mar, 2023 by Sam
Caterina is an amazing attorney. She is extremely knowledgeable, respectful, decisive, and a great negotiator on behalf of her clients. With very little advance prep due to the nature of my case, Caterina jumped right in and was able to negotiate an almost unbelievable result with the district attorney. I found her to be very personable, intelligent, flexible, and highly respected by all in the legal process. Her Assistant, Gina was wonderful and guided us through the entire process step by step so that we were ready. I will surely recommend Caterina and her firm to anyone needing legal counsel. Thank you so much!
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12 Jan, 2023 by Tim murphy
01 Oct, 2022 by Arthur krevitz
20 Jun, 2021 by John armon
David is extremely unethical, malicious and vindictive. He cannot be trusted due to his unethical behavior. Because of his lack of legal ethics, he has destroyed my sister's life. Be very wary and cautious of Dave Zellis. I have paperwork and evidence to back this up.
I recommend avoiding Zellis Law.
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14 Sep, 2017 by Ricardo
I needed an attorney to have my juvenile record expunged. I called around everywhere. A lot of people gave me the run around in regards to even scheduling a consultation. Which they were planning on charging me for. From the moment Mr. Eriksen picked up the phone he was extremely helpful in expediting the process. A true professional in every sense of the word. Would highly recommend and worth every penny, which was fairly priced. Would absolutely call him again if I ever need anytype of legal advice. Thanks to him I'm on my way to a better job sooner than later. Thank you sir!
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12 Aug, 2014 by Kalyn w.
While I had Niels Eriksen defending me, he would swoop into the courtroom with his briefcase and long pea coat, shake hands with the judge (one of them he was room-mates in college with), get whatever he needed to do done, and then we would be out of there. He obviously knows what he is doing and just has a powerful confident presence about him. It made me feel extremely comfortable knowing he was on my side.
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05 Aug, 2014 by Anonymous
Having been my first DUI I had no idea what to expect, so when I called Niels, he walked me through every step of the process and was by my side the entire time. He was also available ANY time I needed to contact him. Very thorough and knowledgeable attorney and would definitely recommend!
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08 Mar, 2024 by Glen976
Mr Bidlingmaier along with his brother put my lawyer fears at ease after my duis . He is a hard worker and fought hard to have my jail sentence of 1-2 years reduced to 90 days and then they fought and had me placed on house arrest to serve my time. I would highly recommend him his work ethic is unmatched and his knowledge about the subject was second to none
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15 Feb, 2014 by Karen
Lucky to have found him. Very knowledgable and kept things straight forward with me at all times. He has done a few cases for my family at this point and to say we are satisfied with the results would be an understatement. I recommend him to anyone looking.
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28 Oct, 2024 by Paul kotkiewicz
Very disappointed in the firm and TomProfy. After of months of planning and 13k in fees I got no where. The plan that he lined out was never brought up in court and he advised me to take a settlement. Well 90 days later no settlement and no money to carry on my case. I feel very very left in the cold. Please look elsewhere for your needs. Enough said but there is more
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22 Sep, 2024 by Jen lee
Chris Simcox has been our attorney for years for family/custody matters. I live out of state but have, on very few occasions, been in the courthouse in PA. Chris really fights hard for us. She acts and looks very professional. Opposing counsel on the other hand was quite the contrary; applying bulldog-like tactics with her dramatic antics, fabricating lies on the spot, all while making herself look clinically insane and obnoxious- a complete showboat. I tried very hard to be respectful as I try to be kind to everyone even if they are unkind to me. Chris was organized, composed with just the right amount of aggressiveness to defend her client, efficient with evidence and paperwork, professional, knew the right things to say. We don’t always win everything but we have won most and we are grateful for her expertise. We are proud to have her represent us in the court room. The firm itself has also been great to us. My husband and I have been going through a ton of financial hardship and they were understanding and willing to work out a financial plan with us. They are very human.
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07 Sep, 2024 by Jeffrey johnson
It’s amazing to have a lawyer who sincerely represents your best interests.Thanks Brad-Update I just settled my case today due to Brad Cornett strategic planning and flawless execution my settlement offer is significantly increased I’m satisfied.Good job
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10 Dec, 2024 by Nicholas cucchiaro
As a priest, I live my life
trusting people
Attorney O’Brien is a person that I would trust Highly and recommend highly for services regarding the law.
She is honest, dependable knowledgeable into the point!!!!!
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07 Dec, 2024 by Dan dordea
Very informative initial meeting with one of the firm attorney.
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03 Dec, 2024 by Jordan cassion
29 Jul, 2021 by Steve
I hired Mr Elgart because I'd been charged with simple assault. I have Tourettes which complicated the case and Mr Elgart 1) disregarded my disability 2) over-charged me and 3) "made a deal" at the courthouse for a guilty plea without consulting me. ME who has NEVER been charged with anything in 64 years! ....! I had to end up hiring another lawyer, spending more time and money to try to reduce/expunge my charges which were in fact reduced. The entire time at the courthouse he was truly irreverent and completely unsupportive to me, his client.
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06 Jan, 2021 by Anonymous
I met Ron in an unusual manner. After being charge in PA for driving under the influence I hired another lawyer in the area to work on my case. Unfortunately that attorney caught COVID and ended up retiring early. So I met Ron who had only just received my file at my preliminary hearing. Although I had just met him, he had reviewed the facts of my case carefully and was very honest when I consulted with him. I ended up hiring him to defend me and he was able to get me 6 months probation and a $300 fine. He is an outstanding attorney and a fun person to talk to and work with. Thanks to him I am not in jail and I can spend lots of time at home with my cats.
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27 Jul, 2018 by Amanda
I hired Ronald to handle an out-of state legal matter for me, based on a recommendation. He was very responsive, his price was more than reasonable, but most importantly, he got me the exact outcome that I needed. I could not be happier with the representation that I got from Ronald. An excellent attorney.
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16 Aug, 2017 by Mawu
I hired John Kerrigan to represent my son, Coco Wallace, who was charged with first degree murder. Mr. Kerrigan took the case, handled the Preliminary Hearing, a Habeas Corpus proceeding, and trual in the Bucks County court of Common Pleas. After the trial, my son was acquitted of first degree murder, and also, the other counts of murder for which he was charged. Mr. Kerrigan did a great job for him. I am very grateful for what he did, and my son is grateful also.
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26 May, 2017 by Gregory
Hello My name is Gregory Orlowski, I’m writing on the behalf of John Kerrigan. He was my attorney of record in my case and represented me from the time I was arrested in 1980 to my release in 2009.
I was tried and convicted of Capital Murder and sentenced to life without parole. Thru out the years John has always believed in me that is should be released.
In 2002 I got in touched with John to get a letter from the Trial Judge and asked him to represent me for commutation from the Board of Pardons. He told me that he would represent me at the Public Hearing.
In 2004 I was granted a hearing, John also accompanied me to my interview with the Board of Pardons and was very helpful to me. On April 1,2004 I was recommended unanimous from the Board of Pardons to the Governor Desk for a signature .
On June 2, 2009 my sentence was commuted and I was released to a Halfway House for one year.
John has always been there for me thru out the years. He has always help me if I needed any legal advice.
He is a real good human being always a gentleman
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17 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous
I am a single father who made a horrible mistake, so I paid $1500 to mr Kerrigan to help me through my case. He literally went to court once, and had the case moved to trial and then tried to charge me again. So I paid $1500 to have him go into court and tell the judge it was moving to a higher court. That is what I could have done by myself. So now I am going to trial by myself because I cannot afford another attorney. Thank you sooo much for doing NOTHING. Keep in mind this is a MISDEMEANOR offense. If he cannot handle it for that money why is he a defense lawyer
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What a Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Do for You
A criminal defense lawyer provides legal representation to individuals or organizations accused of criminal conduct. If you're facing criminal charges, a defense lawyer will work to protect your rights, build a defense strategy, and ensure you receive a fair trial. Their primary goal is to reduce or dismiss charges, secure an acquittal, or negotiate a favorable plea deal.
Criminal defense lawyers have extensive knowledge of criminal law and court procedures. They investigate your case, identify weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence, and represent you in court, ensuring that you have the best possible defense.
When Should I Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer?
It’s crucial to hire a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible if you are facing any criminal charges. Some situations in which you should seek legal representation include:
- Arrest or police questioning: If you've been arrested or are under investigation, hiring a lawyer early on can prevent self-incrimination and protect your rights during police questioning.
- Felony charges: Crimes such as murder, assault, drug trafficking, or robbery carry severe penalties, including long prison sentences. A defense lawyer is essential in these cases.
- Misdemeanor charges: Even for less serious offenses like DUI, theft, or simple assault, a lawyer can help reduce penalties, negotiate alternatives to jail, or get charges dismissed.
- Plea negotiations: If you’re considering a plea bargain, a lawyer can evaluate the deal, advise you on its consequences, and negotiate for more favorable terms.
- Probation or parole violations: If you’ve been accused of violating probation or parole, a lawyer can defend you against additional penalties or revocation.
- Juvenile offenses: For minors charged with criminal acts, a criminal defense lawyer can protect their future by minimizing legal repercussions or keeping the case in juvenile court.
What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Do?
Criminal defense lawyers provide comprehensive legal services to protect their clients’ rights throughout the criminal justice process. Their duties include:
- Case evaluation and investigation: Reviewing the evidence, interviewing witnesses, and investigating the facts to develop a strong defense strategy.
- Legal advice: Advising you on your rights, the charges you’re facing, and potential defense strategies, including whether to take a plea deal or go to trial.
- Negotiating plea bargains: Working with prosecutors to negotiate a plea deal that could reduce charges or minimize penalties.
- Court representation: Representing you in all court hearings, including bail hearings, pretrial motions, trials, and sentencing hearings.
- Filing motions: Filing motions to dismiss charges, suppress evidence, or reduce bail, depending on the specifics of your case.
- Trial preparation and defense: Preparing a defense strategy and presenting arguments, evidence, and witnesses during trial to contest the prosecution's case.
- Appeals: If you are convicted, a defense lawyer can appeal the conviction or sentence, arguing errors in the trial process or legal rulings.
How Are Criminal Defense Lawyers Paid?
Criminal defense lawyers generally charge clients in one of three ways, depending on the complexity of the case and the lawyer’s experience. Payment structures include:
- Flat fee: For straightforward cases (e.g., minor misdemeanors), some lawyers charge a one-time flat fee that covers all aspects of the defense.
- Hourly rate: For more complex or ongoing cases, lawyers may charge by the hour, with rates varying based on the lawyer’s experience and geographic location.
- Retainer fee: In cases where extensive work is expected, the client may pay a retainer fee upfront. The lawyer then bills against that retainer for their work on the case.
The cost of criminal defense services can vary greatly, so it’s important to discuss fees during your initial consultation.
How Much Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a criminal defense lawyer depends on several factors, including the severity of the charges, the complexity of the case, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost guidelines are:
- Misdemeanor cases: For relatively minor offenses, such as a DUI or petty theft, a flat fee may range from $1,500 to $5,000.
- Felony cases: More serious charges, such as assault or drug trafficking, can range from $10,000 to $100,000 or more, depending on the complexity and duration of the case.
- Hourly rates: For cases billed by the hour, lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on their expertise and the case's location.
- Additional expenses: You may also be responsible for other costs, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, or the cost of private investigators.
Be sure to clarify the lawyer’s fee structure and any potential additional costs during your consultation.
Top Questions to Ask a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Before hiring a criminal defense lawyer, you’ll want to ensure that they’re a good fit for your case. Here are key questions to ask:
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What is your experience with cases like mine?
Make sure the lawyer has a strong track record with the specific type of criminal charges you’re facing, whether it’s DUI, drug offenses, or violent crimes. -
What is your fee structure?
Ask how the lawyer charges for their services and whether you’ll be responsible for any additional costs. -
What are the potential outcomes of my case?
A good lawyer should provide an honest assessment of your case and the likelihood of dismissal, a plea bargain, or conviction. -
How many cases have you taken to trial?
While many criminal cases settle with a plea deal, it’s important to hire a lawyer with courtroom experience in case your case goes to trial. -
Who will handle my case?
Ask if the lawyer will be personally involved or if other attorneys in the firm will handle most of the work. -
How do you communicate with your clients?
Be clear on how often and through what channels you can expect updates on your case.
How to Check the Credibility of a Criminal Defense Lawyer
To verify the credibility of a criminal defense lawyer, take the following steps:
- Check their standing with the state bar: Confirm that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with your state’s bar association. Look for any past disciplinary actions or complaints.
- Read online reviews and testimonials: Platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google can provide insights from previous clients about the lawyer’s communication, professionalism, and case outcomes.
- Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should have past clients or other professionals who can speak to their competence and work ethic.
- Review their case history: Look at the lawyer’s website or professional profile to see their experience with criminal cases, including high-profile or complex cases.
- Look for trial experience: If your case might go to trial, make sure the lawyer has a strong history of courtroom advocacy and success.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your first consultation with a criminal defense lawyer, bring the following:
- Details of your case: Be prepared to provide a detailed account of the charges against you, including any documents related to your arrest, police reports, and court dates.
- Criminal history: If you have any prior criminal convictions, inform your lawyer so they can understand how that may affect your current case.
- List of witnesses or evidence: If there are any potential witnesses or evidence that may support your defense, share this information during the consultation.
- Questions for the lawyer: Prepare questions about their experience, legal strategy, and fees to ensure you understand how they will handle your case.
- Bail or release documents: If you’ve been released on bail, bring any paperwork related to your release conditions or restrictions.
By being well-prepared, you can help your lawyer quickly assess your situation and begin building an effective defense strategy.
