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Founding member of the firm, Brett J. Riegel, Esq., is a native of Berwick, Pennsylvania, who graduated at the top of his class in 1988 as a multi-sport letter athlete, Eagle Scout and community activist.  Following honors graduation from Dickinson College, with a double major in English and Dramatic Arts as preparation for law school, Brett, completed his legal studies at the Dickinson School of Law in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.. At the Dickinson School of Law, Brett focused his attention on real world experiences, which would allow him to be an aggressive advocate for clients after completing his legal education. While in school, he served as a member of the Appellate Moot Court Board, The Trial Moot Court Board, the American Trial Lawyers Association Trial Team, and the Robert F. Wagner Appellate Moot Court Competition.  In addition to these honors, Brett took all of the available trial advocacy and appellate advocacy courses the law school offered and graduated towards the top of his class.  During his time at Dickinson, in addition to the academic and extracurricular activities schedule, Brett worked in the legal division of the Pennsylvania State Education Association, where he assisted staff and regional attorneys in their representation of unionized teachers and support staff in a wide variety of matters before administrative agencies, trial and appellate courts.. After law school, Brett relocated to Monroe County, Pennsylvania where he had a one (1)  year Clerkship with Monroe County Court of Common Pleas Judge Peter J. O'Brien.  In that role, Brett was introduced to most of the influential decision makers in Monroe County and received hands on experience allowing him to recognize what methods of advocacy are the most effective for clients charged with a crime or otherwise embroiled in a legal battle.. At the conclusion of his Clerkship, Brett formed a small firm, later known as Amori & Riegel, LLC where he practiced for nearly 16 years as the primary litigation partner in both criminal and family law.. Beginning January 1, 2012, he joined with veteran attorneys Marshall Anders and Nicholas J. Masington, III to form Anders, Riegel & Masington, LLC.. Since that time, Brett has handled hundreds of criminal matters, including many which  proceeded to trial, in fourteen (14) different judicial districts in the Common Pleas Courts of Pennsylvania, and seven (7) different judicial districts in New Jersey, as well as the Federal District Courts of the Middle District and Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Brett has handled appellate matters before the Commonwealth, Superior and Supreme Courts of Pennsylvania and before the Federal 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals and United States Supreme Court.. In addition to the criminal matters, Brett has also focused his practice on family law and other civil litigation matters, including personal injury, business litigation, real estate litigation and appeals.

Jim Swetz is Board Certified in Criminal Trial Advocacy, Civil Pretrial and and Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is a founding member of Cramer, Swetz, McManus & Jordan, P.C., one of Monroe County's oldest and largest law firms. He is Immediate-Past President of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (PACDL). He served on the Lawyers' Advisory Committee to the Judges of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania from 2008-11 and is a member of the Pennsylvania and Florida Bars. In his practice, Jim has defended many high-profile criminal cases in state and federal court. In addition to criminal defense, Jim is well versed in civil litigation handling a broad range of cases including plaintiff's personal injury.

Lauren has extensive experience with criminal and civil litigation. Lauren received her BA from Lehigh University and her JD from Fordham Law School. She is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey.

Have you been charged with a crime or a serious traffic offense? Are you going through a divorce? Have you been accused of DUI?  Attorney Donald M. Leeth in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania can help you resolve all these issues and more. As a former prosecutor with the District Attorney’s office, he has handled thousands of cases from summary traffic violations to capital murder. He uses his experience to help guide you through the legal process. He represents clients in all kinds of criminald defense, DUI, and family law cases in Stroudsburg, Mount Pocono, Tannersville and Brodheadsville and throughout Monroe County in Pennsylvania.

Matthew J. Rapa, Esquire is an attorney licensed to practice in the State of Pennsylvania, as well as in Federal Court for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania. Matthew is a native of the Lehigh Valley and is a founding partner of Rapa Law Office, P.C. He attended East Stroudsburg University, where he graduated summa cum laude and was a captain of the East Stroudsburg University football team. Following college, Matthew continued his education at Widener University School of Law. While at Widener, Matthew participated in the Trial Advocacy Program and discovered his passion for criminal law. Before graduating, he volunteered for the Widener Law Clinic to assist indigent citizens and interned at the Monroe County Public Defender's Office.. Upon graduation, Matthew partnered with his brother at Rapa Law Office, P.C. and began dedicating himself to criminal defense. In addition to representing individuals privately in criminal cases, Matthew served as a part-time public defender in Carbon County for three years in order to assist indigent individuals while gaining invaluable experience in cases ranging from traffic offenses to homicide charges. Through his training and experience, Matthew has learned that no two cases are exactly alike and each case deserves an individualized strategy based on the facts of the case and each client's needs. With a keen attention to detail, and relentless work ethic, Matthew has achieved countless victories in the courtroom including numerous trial acquittals and complete dismissals based upon violations of clients' constitutional rights.. As a result of his accomplishments in the courtroom, Matthew has received various awards recognizing his skill as a criminal defense attorney. From 2013 through 2018, Matthew was named a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers Magazine. Only 2.5% of the attorneys in Pennsylvania are selected to Rising Stars. The American Society for Legal Advocates has also recognized Attorney Rapa as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Lawyers in Pennsylvania. In 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and most recently in 2025, Matthew has been named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in the area of criminal defense by Super Lawyers Magazine.

I was raised in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and later attended Kutztown University where I received my degree in political science.. After college, I enrolled at Widener University's School of Law in Harrisburg. After my first year, I was named a Widener Merit Scholar and earned a position on the Widener Law Journal, eventually serving on the administrative board. During law school I worked in the legal department of a large utility company and also served as a clerk on Pennsylvania's Commonwealth Court.. My first venture in representing clients was at the Widener Civil Law Clinic where, as a student, I was given the privilege of representing clients in a variety of matters.  In 2010, I graduated from Widener Law with honors.. Following law school, I worked as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Douglas W. Herman, President Judge of the 39th Judicial District (Franklin and Fulton Counties). There, I learned every aspect of the criminal and civil practice areas. More importantly, I was given the rare opportunity to see how the courts operate in these areas of law.. Following my clerkship, I decided to step away from my role with the court in order to be able to advocate on behalf of clients. Since that time, my practice areas have included criminal defense and civil litigation (personal injury, breach of contract, landlord/tenant disputes, etc.).. When I am retained by a client, I understand that I am being hired to handle and resolve one of the biggest problems in your life, at that time. I take this responsibility seriously and will always work my hardest for you.

Former assistant prosecutor who chose the path to vigorously defend clients. My experiences prosecuting defendants is an asset that cannot be matched when defending clients.

Sometimes life does not turn out how we expect.  There are moments in life, infrequent but painful, where we are harmed or another accuses us of harming them.  In those moments, we may find ourselves pulled into a courtroom and in need of guidance.. Educated at the best universities in the world, trained by the finest judges in the Commonwealth, and thoroughly experienced, Attorney Bench can help.

Aggressive young attorney who will look into every aspect of your case in attempt to resolve it favorably. I fight for my clients and their rights in a wide variety of situations, from family situations such as divorces and custody, to criminal charges and appeals. Call today to schedule a consultation.  My office is conveniently located just seconds from the Lehigh County Courthouse. I mainly serve the surrounding areas of Lehigh, Monroe, Pike, and Northampton Counties but if the case is right, I'll go anywhere in Pennsylvania.

Delivering Results when it counts the most!!. As a criminal defense lawyer, Attorney Mark Hinrichs represents and protects individuals facing serious consequences in the criminal justice system. Mark is privileged and honored to stand with the individual citizen to “level the playing field" against the Commonwealth - an adversary with vast resources and advantages. Every case is important and gets nothing less than a 100% effort and focus in order to get the best result possible for each client.. In 2000, Mark graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Miami. Following graduation from college, he secured employment as a paralegal working alongside Roy Black, Esquire, and other attorneys at Black, Srebnick, Kornspan, and Sumpf, P.A., one of the best, highly-respected criminal defense firms in the United States. In 2007, Mark graduated from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center, in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and subsequently passed the Pennsylvania and New Jersey bar examinations that same year.. Since 2008, Mark has dedicated his career to becoming an expert criminal defense lawyer. Over the past ten years, he has trained with some of the most successful, highly respected criminal defense attorneys in Philadelphia, Miami, and Newark, New Jersey. Mark learned the value of relentless preparation, continued commitment to expanding his knowledge and skill, integrity for the profession, and unwavering perseverance to win– key ingredients for the most successful criminal attorneys. He approaches every case with the client’s needs and concerns as a top priority. Unless instructed otherwise by the client, each case will be investigated and prepared with the attitude that the case will be resolved successfully at trial rather than to immediately recommend the client plead guilty. Mark conducts a full, exhaustive investigation of the allegations in order to provide the client with all available options supported by sound, reliable legal advice. Attorney Hinrichs handles each case personally and does not send unknown associates to court in his place. If you hire Mark, you get Mark.. Upon relocating to the Lehigh Valley, Attorney Mark Hinrichs brings approximately 11 years of Philadelphia criminal defense trial experience to the area, and will continue the same aggressive, professional, and thorough legal representation to his cases throughout Central and Eastern Pennsylvania.. Attorney Hinrichs and his wife reside in the Lehigh Valley and are avid fans of the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies, the Miami Hurricanes, and F1 racing.

I offer reasonable rates for all legal matters and a no charge initial consultation.. I represent clients throughout southestern Pennsylvania in matters involving driving under the influence, DUI; driving while ability impaired, DWAI; driving after imbibing, and DAI. Call or email me to arrange a no charge consultation.. Evening and weekend hours available.  Reasonable rates for all legal matters.

Every case is important to Jenn, no matter how small. She knows that being involved in the legal system is often very stressful, but she strives to make her clients comfortable as she helps them navigate their cases. She makes herself available for any and all questions they may have, making them first priority.

Attorney Rory Driscole grew up in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and was a graduate of Freedom High School. Rory attended West Virginia University where he was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa honors society and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Upon graduating, Rory attended Duquesne University School of Law. While attending Duquesne, Rory participated in the Criminal Law Clinic where he was a certified intern at the Allegheny County Office of Conflict Counsel and was the law school representative for Duquesne University Student Government. During his summer breaks, Rory interned for the Honorable Judge Emil Giordano and the Northampton County Office of the Public Defender.. After graduating law school in 2012, Rory joined the Northampton County Public Defender’s Office as an Assistant Attorney. Within the Public Defender’s Office, Rory was assigned as the principal Juvenile Court attorney, as well as maintaining an adult criminal case load. Rory has since transitioned out of Juvenile Court and is now the lead attorney for the Northampton County Mental Health Court Program.. Outside of the Public Defender’s Office, Rory is a partner at Driscole Howell LLC, with co-founder and partner, Leo K. Howell III. Collectively, they practice in a variety of areas including Criminal Defense, DUI, and Family Law.. In September 2016, Rory was co-published in the 2016-2017 edition of “Inside the Minds- Defense Strategies for Drug Crimes”.. Rory has been selected a Pennsylvania Super Lawyers- Rising Star for the year 2017 and the year 2018. As a Rising Stars selectee, Rory is in exclusive company with only 2.5% of attorneys in Pennsylvania being named to the list.. Rory is licensed in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Rory currently lives in Center Valley, PA with his wife Carrie and son Connor.. Practice AreasCriminal DefenseFamily LawDUITraffic Violations