Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Erie, PA

24 firms listed · 16 in Erie · 4 open 24/7 · 6 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Sebald, Hackwelder & Knox

Sebald, Hackwelder & Knox

(48)
  • Choice
  • Hearing
  • Custody
“He was understanding, kind, knowledgeable, committed and dependable and he addressed all my questions and concerns, including being honest and upfront of the possible outcomes even if it wasn't easy to hear.”
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2014
137 E 13th St, Erie, PA
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McCormick & Vilushis

McCormick & Vilushis

(49)
  • Fees
  • Understand
  • Hearing
“He was very patient with me and my lack of knowledge in the legal field, and explained everything thoroughly- from the steps that will occur, what to expect, and how to proceed.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2017
1514 Liberty St, Erie, PA
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Welton Law

Welton Law

(49)
  • Disability
  • Understanding
  • Work
“The first day I contacted Attorney Welton about filing for disability, she immediately put my mind at ease letting me know what cards I had in my favor to win my case.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2003
2530 Village Common Dr # B, Erie, PA
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Attorney John B. Carlson

Attorney John B. Carlson

(49)
  • Legal Representation
  • Job
  • Traffic Violation
“He got right to work in handling the case and worked closely with us and was always there to answer questions and got the best possible outcome under the circumstances.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2003
821 State St, Erie, PA
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The Travis Law Firm

The Travis Law Firm

(49)
  • Job
  • Decision
  • Confident
“Even with the shorter notice, Travis spent additional time making sure contact was made, all processes were executed with precision and all my questions were answered.”
Emergency Services
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
25+ Years Experience
100 State St # 210, Erie, PA
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Hopkins Law Office

Hopkins Law Office

(27)
  • Court
  • Money
  • Understand
“Whenever I am unsure of a situation and needing guidance, Damon always responds with an answer, with “no sugar coating” involved, looking at it from multiple angles if needed.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2009
333 State St #203, Erie, PA
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The 24 firms listed for Erie, 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: Erie, PA

16 of the 24 firms we list are based in Erie; the other 8 serve Erie from towns including Jefferson, OH (44 mi), Conneaut, OH (28 mi) and Meadville (33 mi). 22 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 3.8 to 5.0 across 991 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), responsiveness (85%) and quality (72%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "understanding". 4 are open around the clock and 6 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (3), adoption (2), civil litigation (2), estate planning (2) and real estate (2). 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 17 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 4 offer urgent consultations and 7 offer a free initial consultation. 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 Erie shown on this page?

16 of the 24 firms are based in Erie; 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.

Latouf Law Firm

Latouf Law Firm

(14)
  • Price
  • Money
  • Court
“If you are looking for someone easy to talk to , easy to reach , respond fast and experienced ; then this is the place to go , thanks a lot Mr charbel lattouf .”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2011
2409 State St Suite A, Floor 2, Erie, PA
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Tina M Fryling

Tina M Fryling

(25)
  • Worry
  • Compassionate
“Unfortunately the other parties attorney was non compliant in returning phone calls, taking phone calls nor replying to the letters sent to him trying to resolve our issue.”
In Business Since 2007
4402 Peach St # 3, Erie, PA
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Alan Natalie, Attorney At Law

Alan Natalie, Attorney At Law

(21)
  • Sale
  • Compassion
  • Questions
“We appreciate the guidance and respect provided to our family throughout the legal process, and the diligent manner in which our concerns were effectively represented at all times.”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts Check
In Business Since 1992
504 State St 3rd floor, Erie, PA
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Marsh Spaeder Baur Spaeder & Schaaf

Marsh Spaeder Baur Spaeder & Schaaf

(21)
“Gene Sundberg was extremely professional and deeply considerate as he helped us with our wills.”
In Business Since 2004
300 State St # 300, Erie, PA
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Bickel, Kenneth - Bickel Law Office

Bickel, Kenneth - Bickel Law Office

(32)
  • Questions
  • System
  • Divorce
“After some terrible representation, Attorney Ken Bickel was recommended to me as the guy to hire to help me finalize my divorce and reach a custody agreement.”
557 W 8th St, Erie, PA
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Carney & Good

Carney & Good

(13)
“Very happy with the custody being handled by Attorney Arrowsmith.”
In Business Since 2010
254 W 6th St, Erie, PA
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Mikovch Eric J

Mikovch Eric J

(3)
“He not only poured over every detail of this rush to judgment, he put together a top-notch investigative team to make sure we had all the information we could gather to prove my brother's innocence.”
In Business Since 1998
2222 W Grandview Blvd, Erie, PA
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James P. Miller, Attorney at Law

James P. Miller, Attorney at Law

Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2006
1001 State St Suite 1404, Erie, PA
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Kevin W. Barron - Attorney at Law

Kevin W. Barron - Attorney at Law

821 State St, Erie, PA
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Kinnear Law Office

Kinnear Law Office

In Business Since 2012
2014 W 8th St, Erie, PA
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Gallagher Luke P Atty

Gallagher Luke P Atty

(7)
  • Custody
  • Questions
“I've had Luke for a few months and he's done amazing at helping me with my divorce process and child custody along with the domestic violence case that tied it all together.”
Serving Erie Area
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Purchase, George & Murphey

Purchase, George & Murphey

(11)
“I had called their main number outside of regular working hours and spoke with someone who took down my information and told me that someone would be calling the coming days (as it was around the holidays).”
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2014
Serving Erie Area
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Timonere Law Offices

Timonere Law Offices

(25)
  • Questions
  • Divorce
  • Crime
“Jim took a great deal of time talking me through my situation, and even though by my own dropping of the ball I never made it back to court, I know more about the system and the process and what different steps I can take moving forward to better my...”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2003
Serving Erie Area
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Bly, Sheffield, Bargar & Pillittieri

Bly, Sheffield, Bargar & Pillittieri

(7)
“I had to play phone tag with his personal assistant to set up my closing only because my bank (Jamestown branch CCB) were very unprofessional and wanted to take an extended amount of time to move my money from one account to another.”
In Business Since 2020
Serving Erie Area
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Erickson Webb Scolton & Hajdu

Erickson Webb Scolton & Hajdu

(12)
“If you ever need a lawyer or an appellate lawyer look no further.”
In Business Since 2000
Serving Erie Area
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Peter D. Clark Attorney at Law

Peter D. Clark Attorney at Law

(6)
“Mr Peter Clark has done a wonderful job at what he does has cleared so much up for Me i would refer any of my people to him still works all the time no matter what amazing well educated firm!”
In Business Since 2012
Serving Erie Area
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Malcolm Stewart Douglas Attorney at Law

Malcolm Stewart Douglas Attorney at Law

(17)
  • Call
  • Name
  • Money
“My name Chad I highly recommend him got me outta big charge definitely knows what he's doing 5 star for sure definitely he's my num 1 to go back to if I feel the need something ain't rite he goes all out n beyond in his cases”
In Business Since 2011
Serving Erie Area
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Law Offices of Ariana E Tarighati, LPA

Law Offices of Ariana E Tarighati, LPA

Serving Erie Area
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in Erie, PA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1735
Maximum cost
$20820
National Average
$6362
Avg Per Hour Rates
$405
$4049
$6940
Typical price range is based on 251 cost profiles
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Average Cost $6362
Minimum cost $1735
Maximum cost $20820
Avg Per Hour Rates $405

Typical range $4049 to $6940 is based on 251 cost profiles.

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