Wilkes-Barre Criminal Defense: Legal Help

Need a Wilkes-Barre Criminal Defense Lawyer?

Peter Olszewski
Peter Olszewski

If you have recently been arrested and charged with a crime, you are no doubt experiencing a whirlwind of emotions. You may be shocked, afraid, or even angry. As you process all these emotions, it is important that you learn your legal rights. If you have never been in a similar situation before, you may be confused about the legal terminology and what you need to do to prepare for your day in court. Consulting a Wilkes-Barre criminal defense lawyer is a key part in this situation.

Taking the Next Step: Find a Lawyer

As you may be aware, you can hire an attorney to represent you, or you may be eligible for representation by a public defender. If you are able to hire an attorney, you should begin searching for successful criminal defense attorneys in your area. Read their online biographies, learn their practice areas, and about their track records and any major victories. Since there is only a limited window of time between being charged and your court date, it is critical that you begin contacting criminal defense lawyers as soon as possible.

Consider Attorney Peter Paul Olszewski, Jr.!

When looking for an accomplished criminal defense attorney with a strong background in all sides of law, look to Attorney Peter Paul Olszewski, Jr. Attorney Olszewski has a diverse background with over 30 years of experience helping Pennsylvanians from all sides of the law. He has served as Luzerne County District Attorney, where he gained invaluable knowledge prosecuting complex criminal cases. Later, he served as Judge in the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas, where he presided over criminal cases. In his current role as managing partner of Scartelli Olszewski, P.C., Attorney Olszewski has handled Wilkes-Barre criminal defense cases for nearly a decade. For more information on Attorney Olszewski’s unique background, click here. To contact us regarding your case, call us at 570-346-2600.

Peter Olszewski
Peter Olszewski

Peter Paul Olszewski, Jr., a shareholder and managing partner at Scartelli Olszewski, P.C., brings 37 years of litigation experience. He is a renowned trial lawyer in Pennsylvania, specializing in medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense. Peter's notable achievements include securing multi-million-dollar verdicts and serving as District Attorney and Judge. He is committed to community involvement and is actively engaged in various legal associations.
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