Jeffrey D. Monzo, experienced Car Accident, Criminal Defense attorney in Greensburg, PA with 6 reviews
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Jeffrey D. Monzo

1100 Summit Drive, Greensburg, PA

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1992:
Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law, JD - Juris Doctor
1989:
Dickinson College, BA - Bachelor of Arts

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10 May, 2020
He represented me years ago in a divorce pfa that was being used as a tactic and not because it was valid. Lets just say Monzo didn't provide any type of argument to the judge he just went along with everything. He was more interested in talking to staff that he knew in the court than representing me. Take the money and run type of process.
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18 May, 2019
Jeff did a great job for me and my family, without him I'd be in a very hard situation, very kind, thoughtful, and knows the correct course to take... He would ask my opinion on a matter for the court, and I trusted him enough to just defer to him... SO, I had a case that went on for just shy of 2 and a half yrs...DUI, (multiple offenses (this was a big deal for my family and I...)) He was there every step of the way, and his approach worked! Fantastic trial attorney, he got me 2 not guilty verdicts in under 12 minutes..... This man is what the reviews say.... While Jeff made me no gaurantees that it would end in my favor, he was straight up to me, and said ..." If I did not think you have a shot, I'd tell you to take the deal.... But I do believe there is a chance here.... How do you want to proceed?" That impressed me... As he could have promised the world and I'd probably have bought it ..... But he was honest, he did not tell me a percent of win, because he said that would be unfair to get my hopes up and the jury come back with an unfavorable verdict..... I respect Jeff's character, and his fight .... He is excellent at finding holes in the case and he does a fantastic job of creating doubt... Jeff Monzo helped me way beyond what he was paid for.... His services were worth every penny and if I EVER (hopefully not) EVER, have another legal matter..... He is whom I am calling. Thank you Jeff, from my family and my self!
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13 Mar, 2019
Jeff is hands down the best attorney. He is very good about explaining the details of what you could expect and what he direction he is going to take. He cares for his clients rights and best outcome. I will always recommend him to any in need of fighting for their freedom and to make sure they are not wrongfully convicted. Thanks Monzo and Galloway!!!!!!!
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