State Criminal Defense Lawyers Serving Pennsylvania Residents
Being indicted on local, state or federal criminal charges is one of the most stressful and overwhelming events a person can experience. The resources available to the district attorney, Pennsylvania state prosecutors and the U.S. Department of Justice are immense, and they will do everything in their power to strip you of your liberty. If you are facing criminal charges, you need an aggressive and knowledgeable attorney to mount a robust defense.
Choosing the right criminal defense lawyer might be one of the most important decisions you ever make. When you choose the team at Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices, you are choosing a legal team that prides itself on excellence, experience, reputation and compassion. We have a proven track record of getting our clients the results they deserve, and we are ready to get to work for you, too.
Criminal Defense
The lawyers at Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices, have spent several decades focusing exclusively on local, state and federal criminal defense cases. We are passionate about standing up to powerful prosecutors and the United States Department of Justice, and we are good at what we do. Some of the types of cases we handle at the state and federal levels include the following:
- Drug crimes
- Fraud
- Sex crimes
- Violent crimes
- White collar crimes
By keeping open lines of communication with our clients and maintaining a smaller caseload, we are able to personally understand our clients’ situation and make a difference in their case.
White Collar Crimes
White collar crimes are nonviolent offenses typically committed in a business or corporate setting. They often involve sophisticated schemes to defraud victims or otherwise gain an unfair advantage. Our attorneys have extensive experience defending Pennsylvanians against white collar allegations involving the following:
- Corporate crimes: These charges include embezzlement, accounting fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, tax evasion and antitrust violations. We defend business entities and individuals facing prosecution.
- Embezzlement: Charges relating to the fraudulent appropriation of funds or assets entrusted to a person’s care. These allegations are common in corporate settings.
- Internet crimes: This category covers hacking, identity theft, cyberstalking, online auction fraud and other crimes committed using computers and the internet.
- Internal investigations: We represent companies conducting internal investigations to detect wrongdoing and strengthen compliance programs.
Drug Crimes
State and federal drug charges can lead to lengthy mandatory minimum sentences, even for first-time offenders. We defend clients against all types of drug allegations, including possession, distribution, trafficking, prescription drug offenses, drug conspiracy charges and manufacturing of controlled substances. Our attorneys also have past experience protecting clients who have violated their probate or parole through failed drug tests.
Our lawyers thoroughly examine the facts surrounding each drug case, looking for illegal searches, faulty lab tests and other ways to get charges reduced or dismissed.
Violent Crimes
Because of their seriousness, those facing state and federal charges for violent crimes need strong legal advocates. We represent clients accused of:
- Murder, manslaughter and homicide
- Assault and battery
- Domestic violence and abuse
- Child abuse
- Robbery, burglary and theft
- Kidnapping and false imprisonment
Our Western Pennsylvania violent crimes lawyers work to uncover weaknesses in the prosecution’s case in pursuit of our clients’ freedom. We are trial-tested and unafraid to fight.
Fraud
Fraud charges can stem from a wide range of deceptive conduct for unlawful financial gain. Our fraud defense lawyers commonly handle cases involving accusations of wire fraud, mail fraud, tax fraud, insurance fraud, credit card fraud, mortgage fraud, securities fraud, benefits fraud, construction fraud, health care fraud, bank fraud and identity fraud.
Skilled criminal defense is crucial when facing these charges, as fraud convictions can lead to imprisonment, fines and the seizure of assets. Our attorneys aggressively defend clients against state and federal fraud charges.
Sex Crimes/Title IX Allegations
Sex crime allegations can obliterate an individual’s reputation. We fight to clear our clients’ names and retain their liberty. Common sex crimes we defend our clients against include sexual assault and rape, child molestation, statutory rape, prostitution and solicitation, pornography production or distribution, and sex offender registration violations.
On college campuses, we represent students falsely accused of sexual misconduct under Title IX. Our goal is to avoid school disciplinary sanctions and unwarranted criminal penalties.
Firearms Charges
Local, state and federal laws impose strict controls over the purchase, possession, sale and use of firearms. We defend clients against gun charges like unlawful possession, possession by a prohibited person, carrying a concealed weapon without a permit, brandishing or improper use of a weapon and providing false information during a firearm purchase.
Given the complexity of gun laws, working with an experienced attorney is critical to avoiding jail time and the permanent loss of gun ownership rights.
Assault
From minor scuffles to armed violence, assault charges must be handled carefully. We defend clients in cases involving simple assault, aggravated assault, assault with a deadly weapon and assault of a police officer.
Manslaughter
Manslaughter involves causing another’s death illegally but unintentionally. We defend clients against charges like involuntary manslaughter, voluntary manslaughter and vehicular manslaughter.
Charges often arise from bar fights, reckless driving, accidents while intoxicated and domestic disputes that turn deadly. Having a skilled legal defense team can mean the difference between minimal jail time and decades in prison.
Expungement And Pardons
For qualifying clients, we pursue expungement to clear their criminal records and reputation because we understand how a conviction can leave lasting effects on every part of their lives. Our attorneys offer direct support to guide clients through the pardon or expungement process and to ensure they understand their legal options before moving forward. We also prepare pardon applications, helping clients redeem themselves for past mistakes.
Post-Conviction Relief
At Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices, we seek post-conviction relief for eligible clients. We sit down with clients to review their cases and identify any mistakes or violations made during the court proceedings. Then, our attorneys will begin building evidence to help our clients obtain relief and protect their rights.
Geographic Areas We Serve
Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices, is based in Pittsburgh, and we proudly serve clients who need representation throughout Western Pennsylvania. In particular, our lawyers have extensive experience working in the following Pennsylvania counties: Mercer, Somerset, Indiana, Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Lawrence, Washington and Westmoreland, and in the following cities: Harrisburg, Uniontown and New Castle.
Furthermore, we have experience handling cases in 38 states and four federal circuit courts of appeal. We have also argued cases before the Supreme Court of the United States. This wealth of experience across many venues makes our father-daughter team of attorneys an excellent choice for anyone requiring representation in a Pennsylvania state or federal criminal case.
Contact Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices, Today
For more than five decades, the seasoned legal team at Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices, has been providing top-class criminal defense representation to our clients in Western Pennsylvania in their time of need. As such, our attorneys are thoroughly familiar with local, state and federal courts. We can use our relationships with prosecutors and judges to determine whether and how to have your charges dropped or reduced, seek a plea deal or mount a vigorous defense before a jury. With us on your side, you can rest assured that your case is being handled with the utmost care.
Call us today at 412-552-3231 or contact us online for a confidential consultation to learn more about your legal options. We look forward to getting to work for you.