Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Altoona, PA

2 of these firms are based in Altoona; the others serve Altoona from towns including State College (35 mi), Ebensburg (18 mi) and Bedford (34 mi).

1 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Peppetti Law Office

Peppetti Law Office

(24)
  • Divorce
  • Court
“Was so helpful in all aspects honestly, very informative, as well as always staying in contact also has a great receptionist that's is always there to answer questions or calls right back !!”
In Business Since 2013
4001 6th Ave, Altoona, PA
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Law Office of Anthony H. Kattouf

Law Office of Anthony H. Kattouf

(16)
  • Calls
“He gently helps you through your difficult time in the best way he can without making you feel like a nuisance or inferior - as many other attorneys often do.”
In Business Since 2023
1214 13th Ave, Altoona, PA
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Grabill Law Offices

Grabill Law Offices

(19)
  • Judge
  • Case
  • Knowledge
“Even though he told me it wasn't what he specialized in “per se”, he assisted me throughout a good 5/6 month process and always had the best intentions for me and my children.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2023
1816 Plank Rd, Duncansville, PA
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Sloan Law Office

Sloan Law Office

(9)
  • Phone
“Very nice experience- answered all my questions, gave excellent advice.”
Accepts Cash, Check
In Business Since 2019
Serving Altoona Area
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Jennings Law Office

Jennings Law Office

Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2021
Serving Altoona Area
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Rehmeyer & Allatt

Rehmeyer & Allatt

(50)
  • Matter
  • Understand
  • Judges
“He worked around my schedule to meet, listened to my story without making me feel rushed, was very honest about expectations, covered all the steps I needed to know in the process, and followed up with me when necessary.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2016
1317 N Atherton St, State College, PA
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The 24 firms listed for Altoona, PA defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Altoona, PA

The 24 firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,038 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), responsiveness (88%) and quality (80%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "expertise" and "knowledge". 1 is open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are divorce (4), motor vehicle accidents (3), personal injury (3), civil litigation (2) and criminal defense (2). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 9 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for all 24 of the firms on this page; 21 publish a contact page and 8 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Why are firms outside Altoona shown on this page?

2 of the 24 firms are based in Altoona; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.

McClenahen Law Firm

McClenahen Law Firm

(48)
  • Questions
  • Ethic
  • Respect
“As an international student, he spent a lot of time working out with my father sitting in another country answering various questions over phone and email with no delays.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2010
315 S Allen St Suite 225, State College, PA
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Law Office of Lance T. Marshall

Law Office of Lance T. Marshall

(24)
  • Money
  • Hearing
  • Court
“He provides honest and clear representation to his clients, with whom he is always accessible; he is savvy to the inner-workings of local politics/legal community; and he communicates effectively.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2015
250 E Beaver Ave Suite 774, State College, PA
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JD Law

JD Law

(49)
  • Job
  • Work
  • Knowledge
“He helped my son out of a tricky situation, and without divulging too much information about the actual situation, just know that if your college son or daughter is in need of legal advice regarding criminal offenses, look no further than Jason Dunkl...”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2012
210 W Hamilton Ave Suite 330, State College, PA
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Manchester and Associates

Manchester and Associates

(49)
  • Call
  • Team
  • Outcome
“Manchester and associates was great to have represent me they were very professional an handled everything an made the process as stress free as possible and are happy to help answer any questions u may have would HIGHLY recommend them!!!!”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2010
Serving Altoona Area
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Masorti Law Group

Masorti Law Group

(49)
  • Call
  • Compassionate
  • Job
“When I walked in to Phil's office he told me listen you can not afford me but just meeting you here and now I not only believe you I want to represent you and we can do a payment plan for the money its not a big deal.”
In Business Since 2014
204 E Calder Way #201, State College, PA
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Terry Hess Law

Terry Hess Law

(33)
  • Job
  • Matter
  • Questions
“Terry has helped me effectively get out of the worst hole in my life and truly wish I could give him 6/5 stars because that would be a more accurate rating than 5/5.”
In Business Since 2016
119 S Burrowes St # 704, State College, PA
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Steven P. Trialonas

Steven P. Trialonas

(2)
“Helped my brother in a big way”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1998
2790 W College Ave #800, State College, PA
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Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law

Decker Bradburn, Attorneys at Law

(23)
  • Communication
  • Money
  • Traffic Citation
“I'm glad I came to them because they definitely don't waste time nickel-and-diming you to death (like most other lawyers) -- instead, they focus on what matters...”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2014
233 Easterly Pkwy Suite 103, State College, PA
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Engle, Kauffman & Vanhorn

Engle, Kauffman & Vanhorn

(9)
“He was always quick to return a phone call or email (always the same day, sometimes within the hour), and his staff made it possible for me to quickly and easily get the right documents in the right hands!”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2007
432 Rolling Ridge Dr #3b, State College, PA
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Law Office Of Ronald F. Saupe

Law Office Of Ronald F. Saupe

(6)
“Ronald is an experienced and dependable attorney.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2010
Serving Altoona Area
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Zanoni, Anthony - Anthony J Zanoni Law Office

Zanoni, Anthony - Anthony J Zanoni Law Office

(14)
“Zanoni is a great lawyer and helped our family with a custody issue.”
30+ Years Experience
Serving Altoona Area
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Bryant & Associates

Bryant & Associates

(6)
“I can truly say that this is the first time I felt helped by an attorney and not railroaded.”
In Business Since 2011
1901 E College Ave, State College, PA
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Lisko & Associates

Lisko & Associates

(8)
“Through his care, compassion and expert negotiating, Roy Lisko helped me get though an arrest as a nineteen year old that could have jeopardized my future.”
In Business Since 2001
1402 S Atherton St, State College, PA
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The Nittany Group

The Nittany Group

(1)
“An Amazing Law Firm, With Amazing Lawyers Wouldn't Recommend Going Anywhere Else Give Them A Call If You Need A Good Lawyer”
In Business Since 2016
2437 Commercial Blvd Ste 240, State College, PA
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Law Office of Barry R. Scatton

Law Office of Barry R. Scatton

(4)
“Office staff also great to work with.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2020
Serving Altoona Area
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Kauffman & Billimoria

Kauffman & Billimoria

(42)
  • Legal Help
  • Expertise
  • Confidence
“Thank you again Tom and Jen for your outstanding work, your expertise, your dedication, your care, and for delivering the best possible outcome that has profoundly impacted my life.”
In Business Since 2019
Serving Altoona Area
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Robert S. Muir, Attorney at Law

Robert S. Muir, Attorney at Law

(45)
  • Outcome
  • Case
  • Mind
“As a previous client of Attorney Muir I can say that his, professionalism, responsiveness, and humanity gave me faith in him and his plan towards having a positive outcome in my case.”
In Business Since 2003
Serving Altoona Area
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Law Office of Heather L. Bozovich

Law Office of Heather L. Bozovich

(13)
“All of this completed by this very accomplished young woman who was very easy to talk to, who offered suggestions without being opinionated and efficient with the help of her very able secretary to get these documents completed to my great satisfacti...”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2017
Serving Altoona Area
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in Altoona, PA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1500
Maximum cost
$18000
National Average
$5500
Avg Per Hour Rates
$350
$3500
$6000
Typical price range is based on 371 cost profiles
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Average Cost $5500
Minimum cost $1500
Maximum cost $18000
Avg Per Hour Rates $350

Typical range $3500 to $6000 is based on 371 cost profiles.

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