Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Scranton | 22 available

22 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Scranton, New York. These lawyers are rated between 3.8/5 to 4.2/5 and 62% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $50 to $73 per hour.

Active Lawyers

13 - 22

Hourly Fees

$213 - $580

Free Consultations

50% - 73%

Average Rating

3.8 - 4.2 ★


FAQs - Criminal Defense Lawyers in city Scranton How many Criminal Defense lawyers actively serve residents of Scranton, Pennsylvania? Approximately 12 licensed attorneys focus on Criminal Defense across Scranton, Pennsylvania. Most matters are filed through the Pennsylvania District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps. What is the typical hourly fee for Criminal Defense lawyers in Scranton, Pennsylvania? In Scranton, typical rates range from $241-$411 per hour for Criminal Defense. End-to-end case budgets frequently land between $3092 and $6050, depending on hearings and discovery. How long do Criminal Defense matters usually take in courts near Scranton? Criminal Defense cases in Scranton, Pennsylvania usually take around 2-8 months depending on complexity and the Pennsylvania District Court docket. Which local court most often hears Criminal Defense cases for people living in Scranton, Pennsylvania? Residents of Scranton typically see Criminal Defense filings handled by the Pennsylvania District Court. Proximity to helps with quick submissions and clerk communications. Do attorneys around offer a free first consultation for Criminal Defense? About 59% of firms near ZIP offer a free first consultation for Criminal Defense, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.

22 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found Near You

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: Powell Law

Chris Powell is an experienced criminal defense attorney who has handled many of Northeastern Pennsylvania's highest-profile criminal cases in both state and federal courts. He is also an experienced personal injury attorney specializing in auto accidents, truck accidents, premises liability and other negligence claims. If you want an attorney who will return your calls and give your case the attention it deserves, call Chris.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18510
Firm: Scartelli Olszewski, P.C.

A shareholder and managing partner with Scartelli Olszewski, Peter Paul Olszewski, Jr. brings a unique blend of more than 30 years of litigation experience to the firm. Currently focusing his practice on criminal defense, medical malpractice and personal injury matters, Peter has previously served as District Attorney of Luzerne County and a Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas Judge. During his tenure as district attorney, Peter tried 18 jury trials to verdict, including seven first-degree murder verdicts. As a common pleas judge, he tried more than 180 criminal jury trials, including five capital homicide trials, and was named Criminal Court Administrator. Prior to presiding over both criminal and civil jury trials, Peter served in the court’s family division and handled equity and civil non-jury trials. Now a private practitioner, he is Capital Case Certified.. Before being elected district attorney in 1992 and, later, a common pleas judge in 2000, Peter was engaged in private practice, handling criminal, civil and family law trials throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania. He served as solicitor to the Pennsylvania Conference of State Police Lodges and assistant solicitor to the Pennsylvania State Police, Fraternal Order of Police, Frank Albert Memorial Lodge no. 43. Prior to being elected Judge, Peter was certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as a Criminal Trial Specialist in recognition of excellence in the trial of complex criminal cases.. A native of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., Peter is a strong believer in giving back to the legal and larger communities. He currently serves as co-chairman of the Wilkes-Barre Law & Library Association Criminal Law Committee and sits on the board of the Anthracite Golf Association, which promotes the game of golf for young people and adults in Northeastern Pennsylvania. He is an Eagle Scout and a past President of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Council of the Boy Scouts of America. He is a founding member of the District Attorney’s Committee on Youth and Violence and the Luzerne County Heroin Task Force. Among numerous additional professional and community affiliations, Peter is a member and past Exalted Ruler of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Wilkes-Barre Lodge 109, a member of and scripture reader at St. Frances Cabrini Church, Carverton, and a former Alumni Trustee of The Dickinson School of Law.. Peter is admitted to practice before all of Pennsylvania’s state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. He is a 1984 graduate of The Dickinson School of Law. A resident of Dallas, Pa., Peter enjoys golfing, archery hunting and spending time with his daughter, Rachel. He enjoys working along side his wife, attorney Melissa Scartelli, who is the founder and President of Scartelli Olszewski.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: William Urbanski, Esq.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: Myers, Brier & Kelly, L.L.P.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: Powell Law

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.


Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: Dennis J. Mark, Esq.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18510
Firm: Salvatore J. Nardozzi Jr.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.


Location: Scranton 18510
Firm: Popeck, Cherundolo & Marrazzo

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.


Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: Desanto & Barlow

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: Arnone Law Offices

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: John E. Halpin

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.


Location: Scranton 18510
Firm: Minora, Minora, Colbassani, Krowiak and Mattioli

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: The Perry Law Firm, L.L.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: Law Offices of Paul P. Ackourey

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.


Location: Scranton 18503

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18501
Firm: Rinaldi and Poveromo, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18505
Firm: Abrahamsen, Moran and Conaboy, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: Myers, Brier and Kelly, L.L.P.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.


Location: Scranton 18501
Firm: Lenahan and Dempsey, A Professional Corporation

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.


Location: Scranton 18503

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.1 out of 5

Location: Scranton 18503
Firm: Thomas W. Munley

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Scranton and surrounding areas.

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