Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near New Castle, DE

None of these firms is based in New Castle; they work from towns including Wilmington (5 mi), Philadelphia, PA (33 mi) and Elkton, MD (14 mi).

24 firms listed · 5 open 24/7 · 7 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Longobardi & Boyle

Longobardi & Boyle

(30)
  • Law Firm
  • Questions
  • Team
“I was very happy with the service that I received from Longibardi & Boyle if you're looking for a good law firm I will highly recommend them everybody worked very hard and I appreciate everything they did.”
In Business Since 1986
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Barnes, O'Donnell & Moore

Barnes, O'Donnell & Moore

(22)
  • Retainer
“Bradley Moore is a great attorney i met him june 2020 for a case I needed help with he made me feel comfortable from the first day he is a well spoken great attorney and I would recommend him to anybody.”
In Business Since 1985
Accepts Debit, Check, Cash, All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
Elkton, MD · 14 mi from New Castle
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Jason R. Antoine, Attorney at Law

Jason R. Antoine, Attorney at Law

(39)
  • Personal Injury
  • Plea Deal
  • Dismissed
“Antoine did a great job getting me a amazing deal in trail, didn't lose my license at all wasn't a dui, just a alcohol related, everyone was so friendly and caring very professional.”
In Business Since 2015
Free Initial Consultation
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Will Riddle Law

Will Riddle Law

(44)
  • Lawyer
  • Case
  • Results
“Let him take over my speed ticket case, he knew the judge's situations in this county pretty well and although the tickets was dismissed due to non presence of the officer but I trust him that he can take care of it even when the officer showed up fo...”
In Business Since 2007
Elkton, MD · 14 mi from New Castle
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Scott and Scott,p.a.

Scott and Scott,p.a.

(33)
  • Expertise
  • Choices
  • Questions
“The entire team worked to put me at ease during what was a very stressful time in my life and the constant proactive communication helped to keep anxiety at bay.”
In Business Since 1997
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Elkton, MD · 14 mi from New Castle
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Giordano, Delcollo, Werb & Gagne

Giordano, Delcollo, Werb & Gagne

(34)
  • Buyer
  • Understanding
  • Law Firm
“She made closing as simple as possible by explaining things in easy-to-understand words, being personable and kind throughout the whole process, welcoming as many questions as needed, and pointing out the key things to remember as a homeowner.”
In Business Since 2012
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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The 24 firms listed for New Castle, DE 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: New Castle, DE

23 of the 24 firms on this page have a rating, from 3.9 to 5.0 across 1,177 reviews; 7 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 (92%), responsiveness (88%) and quality (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "expertise". 5 are open around the clock; 7 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are child custody (3), criminal defense (3), living wills (3), personal injury (3) and adoptions (2). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 18 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 5 offer urgent consultations; 8 offer a free initial consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. 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.

Are criminal law firms listed for New Castle open on Saturdays or Sundays?

7 of the 24 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.

John Deckers

John Deckers

(27)
  • Court
  • Plea
  • Jail
“Awesome people and if I ever (I hope not) end up on the wrong side of the tracks it's nice to know people like John exist to make sure people are treated the way they are supposed to be.”
In Business Since 2010
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Sheridan Lawyers

Sheridan Lawyers

(14)
“When we hit her with panicked phone calls and texts and emails at all hours of the night and weekend she never complained once and always got back to us quickly.”
In Business Since 2015
Kennett Square, PA · 14 mi from New Castle
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Find Chester County Lawyer Law Offices of Lonny Fish

Find Chester County Lawyer Law Offices of Lonny Fish

(4)
“Lonny Fish is not only a great attorney, but also a great person in general, who actually listens and cares.”
In Business Since 2020
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
Chadds Ford, PA · 13 mi from New Castle
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Collins Price & Warner

Collins Price & Warner

(9)
  • Judge
  • Jail
  • Case
“He helped and guided me through the legal process when I needed to assist a relative in Delaware and the office was always prompt on answering my calls.”
In Business Since 2015
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Adams Kearney Law

Adams Kearney Law

(16)
  • Team
  • Matter
  • Needs
“It was almost three and a half years of care, constant testing being done and blood being drawn, injections and other painful procedures, I don't know how much care I would have gotten on my own without the support of the best team I could possibly k...”
In Business Since 2016
Ridley Park, PA · 20 mi from New Castle
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Sherman Law Offices

Sherman Law Offices

(5)
  • Boy
“Really the case was more difficult than we can really write here in simple words, I had already condemned the court to pay 18 years of support without being my son and I was almost dying of despair but I present my case to Joshua Sherman who dedicate...”
In Business Since 2005
Woodstown, NJ · 13 mi from New Castle
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Thomas A. Foley, Attorney At Law

Thomas A. Foley, Attorney At Law

(11)
  • Courtroom
“I would give 6 stars if I could…he used his skills to get my case down to a bare min fine when I was lookin at ALOT worse…thank you so much for being great at what u do Mr.”
In Business Since 1999
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts Cash, Check
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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John S Malik Law Office

John S Malik Law Office

(9)
“He served me great & a few folks I know have said the same so you must have been a dick to work with.”
In Business Since 1989
BBB Rating: A+
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Peter W. Veith Esq.

Peter W. Veith Esq.

(9)
“After speaking with him I felt very reassured and at ease, his knowledge and compassion have been so appreciated and the outcome was exactly as we had discussed.”
In Business Since 2002
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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John A. Macconi, Jr.

John A. Macconi, Jr.

(3)
“He understands and explains both the practical and the legal aspects of his client's situation.”
In Business Since 2012
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Law Office of Brian J. Chapman

Law Office of Brian J. Chapman

(3)
“Additionally, He has been very understanding and created a payment plan to ensure we did not feel overwhelmed by cost.”
In Business Since 2016
Free Initial Consultation
Newark, DE · 10 mi from New Castle
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Law Office of A. Dale Bowers

Law Office of A. Dale Bowers

(3)
“Best lawyers in Delaware they treat you like family they work with you and weighs the other lawyers don't work with you Gilmer try I guarantee you won't be disappointed I've always going to them for the last 15 years wouldn't go anywhere else thanks ...”
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Nicholas G. Kondraschow

Nicholas G. Kondraschow

In Business Since 1998
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Goldstein Mehta

Goldstein Mehta

(46)
  • Case
  • Law Firm
  • Passionate
“I talked to few other lawyers discussing my case and I picked Zak and his firm because he's very easy to talk to and gives great advice; I could tell he's looking out for my best interest and I could trust him.”
In Business Since 2019
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
Emergency Services
Philadelphia, PA · 33 mi from New Castle
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James H. Bonner

James H. Bonner

(45)
  • Case
  • Ability
  • Judge
“Despite the fact that I Was a repeat offender, they remained engaged to my case throughout the process and ultimately secured the best possible conclusion.”
In Business Since 2018
Free Initial Consultation
Coupons & Offers
Media, PA · 20 mi from New Castle
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Jensen Bagnato

Jensen Bagnato

(48)
  • Bankruptcy
  • Results
  • Understanding
“She was passionate in assuring me I need not panic that I have a good case.”
In Business Since 1988
Remote Consultations Available
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
Philadelphia, PA · 33 mi from New Castle
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Kenny, Burns & McGill

Kenny, Burns & McGill

(49)
  • Knowledge
  • Money
  • Information
“Thank you Mr Kenny for helping me out and I'll definitely I'll call you if any other problems that I have and also any I'll let somebody know that is the best lawyer I've ever had thank you”
In Business Since 1999
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Accredited
Emergency Services
Philadelphia, PA · 33 mi from New Castle
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Law Office of Michael F. Niznik

Law Office of Michael F. Niznik

(50)
  • Phone Calls
  • Expertise
  • Understanding
“His legal services created relief knowing that he was navigating the situation and providing me with updates as his expertise resolved the legal challenge effeciently and successfully.”
In Business Since 2019
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
Philadelphia, PA · 33 mi from New Castle
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