Bishop Law
“I couldn't have asked for better representation he is a fenominal attorney and a great guy aswell your in great hands at bishop law.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Pittsburgh, PA
22 firms listed · all 22 in Pittsburgh · 12 open 24/7 · 15 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 25, 2026
Shrager Defense Attorneys
“They got my felony charges dropped to summary offenses at the preliminary hearing.”
Worgul, Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys
“He communicates regularly and helps us understand the updates of the case.”
Phil Dilucente & Associates
“Her prominent standing within the Allegheny County judicial system and her outstanding reputation as a renowned attorney precede her as evidenced when we stood before court personnel, fellow attorneys, investigators and judges alike”
The Law Offices of Gary E. Gerson
“Best attorney in Pittsburgh, very kind and will make sure you are satisfied.”
SMT Legal
“Mr Stewart fought for the highest settlement and I felt confident in his expertise.”
The 22 firms listed for Pittsburgh, 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: Pittsburgh, PA
All 22 firms we list here are in Pittsburgh itself. We have 49 firms in Pittsburgh on file; this page shows the highest-rated 22. The firms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 2,737 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "understanding". 12 are open around the clock and 15 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are drug crimes (2), protection from abuse (2), sex crimes (2) and traffic violations (2). 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 58 years. 12 offer urgent consultations and 11 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for all 22 of the firms on this page; 19 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Do any criminal law firms listed for Pittsburgh offer free consultations?
11 of the 22 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.
Disney Law
“I felt like I actually knew what was going on in the court room instead of being left in the dark like with other lawyers in the past.”
Zuckerman Law Firm
“He negotiated the suspension off the table, reduced the points to 2, and reduced my fine down to court costs only.”
Allegheny Attorneys at Law
“Marc is very professional and straightforward with his knowledge of the law and what is the best course of action for you.”
Maknoon & Associates
“Thank you Mcknoon for your time and dedication always putting your clients first thanks !!!!”
Daffner & Associates
“Marc is an excellent human being, philanthropist, and one of the Commonwealth's most capable attorneys.”
Very Law
“I would highly recommend Very Law and especially Nick and Jena if you need someone to get you results and protect your rights.”
Aaron Sontz Legal Services
“He handled our case very professionally and kept us informed and updated all along the way.”
The Law Offices of George Heym
“I can't say enough about how truly grateful I am for everything you've done.”
Deluco Law
“There are not enough words in the English language to describe my gratitude and awe for this amazing attorney!!!!”
Tibbott & Richardson
“It has truly been a pleasure working with all of you, and I am so proud to choose a woman-owned law firm.”
Attorney Samir Hadeed
“He walked me through every step of the process and told me exactly what to expect.”
Deriso Law Group
“My experience with DeRiso Law Group was very professional from the first phone call to the end of my case.”
Deluca, Ricciuti & Konieczka
“Anthony is a great lawyer and very reassuring throughout the entire process.”
Chiurazzi Law Group
“Trina, Melissa, and Kristen all work hard beside them to be sure the client's work is going to be ready to go when its time to get the big bucks, which they will get you.”
Paletta Law
“Paletta offers very clear and understandable discussion regarding complex topics and will assist you in making the decision that is right for you while being as informed as you can be.”
Law Office of Kelvin L. Morris
“Fights hard for your case and makes sure you get the best defense that money can offer.”
Why these companies made our list
What clients say about firms in Pittsburgh
- “As a bonus, Adam is a great guy who was always available for questions, was super knowledgeable about the law and was a true pleasure to work with.” — client of Bishop Law
- “David was with my husband every step of the way and is so professional and the charges we feared would affect his future were removed.” — client of Shrager Defense Attorneys
- “At the end of it all he got my charges dropped to 2 misdemeanors with no jail time rather than the 129 charges I was facing.” — client of Zuckerman Law Firm
Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.
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