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Aggressive Criminal Defense Lawyers in Philadelphia
Parkinson, Tarpey Law is a Philadelphia-based criminal defense firm with over four decades of combined legal experience. Our attorneys, all former Philadelphia district attorneys, leverage insider knowledge of prosecutorial strategies to craft personalized defense tactics tailored to each client's unique circumstances. We specialize in handling complex state and federal criminal cases, including drug crimes, DUI defense, sex offenses, and white-collar crimes, with a proven track record of reducing or dismissing charges.Recognized in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers, our team prioritizes client advocacy through aggressive litigation and strategic pre-trial motions. We maintain a 24/7 availability to support clients during critical moments, emphasizing transparency, ethical representation, and protection of constitutional rights. Our success stems from extensive courtroom experience, including thousands of cases tried at both state and federal levels, ensuring clients receive robust defense from arrest through appeal.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Drug Crimes
Federal Crimes
Sex Offenses
Violent Crimes
Weapons Charges
White Collar Crimes
Appeals
Professional Licensing
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined criminal defense experience from former prosecutors
- Our team provides 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters
- Proven success in reducing or dismissing serious criminal charges
- Personalized defense strategies tailored to each client's specific needs
- Extensive federal and state courtroom experience across thousands of cases
Associations and certifications
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers
What people say
Kept me out of jail
Compassionate representation
24/7 availability
Achieved great results
Thorough and professional
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Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice combines former prosecutorial insight with aggressive trial advocacy to protect clients facing state and federal charges. We develop customized defense strategies for cases involving violent crimes, drug offenses, and white-collar crimes. With extensive courtroom experience, we challenge evidence, file suppression motions, and negotiate plea agreements to minimize penalties or secure dismissals.
DUI Defense
Specialized DUI defense services challenge breathalyzer accuracy, police procedure, and evidentiary issues to protect driving privileges. Our former prosecutor experience identifies weaknesses in drunk driving cases. We handle license suspension hearings, court representation, and negotiate reduced charges while minimizing long-term consequences like insurance rate increases.
Federal Crimes
Federal crime defense requires unique expertise due to strict sentencing guidelines and complex procedures. We defend clients against charges including drug trafficking, white-collar crimes, and immigration violations. Our team challenges federal evidence admissibility, negotiates plea bargains, and appeals convictions using experience from thousands of federal cases tried in Philadelphia courts.
Drug Crimes
We defend all drug-related charges including possession, trafficking, and manufacturing. Our strategies challenge illegal searches, chain-of-custody issues, and forensic evidence. Former prosecutor experience helps identify weaknesses in drug cases, while our track record demonstrates success in reducing charges or securing alternative sentencing options for controlled substance violations.
Sex Offenses
Sex offense defense requires balancing legal strategy with reputation protection. We handle charges ranging from statutory rape to internet crimes and Megan's Law violations. Our approach challenges evidence credibility, protects client privacy, and works to avoid lifetime registration requirements through strategic plea negotiations or trial advocacy.
People
Michael Parkinson
Attorney
Former Philadelphia district attorney with extensive trial experience in municipal, juvenile, and major trial units. Tried over 1,000 cases including narcotics, DUI, and violent crimes. Uses prosecutorial insight to develop defense strategies in state and federal courts.
Timothy Tarpey
Attorney
Seasoned trial attorney recognized as Super Lawyer in 2024. Former prosecutor experience informs strategic defense approaches. Successfully reduced bail and secured non-incarceration outcomes in complex criminal cases. Available 24/7 for client emergencies.
Questions
What criminal defense services do you offer in Philadelphia?
We handle all major criminal defense areas including DUI, drug crimes, federal offenses, sex offenses, violent crimes, and white-collar crimes. Our services include evidence suppression, plea negotiations, trial representation, and appeals.
How does your former prosecutor experience benefit clients?
Our team's prosecutorial background provides unique insight into how the opposition builds cases. This experience helps identify weaknesses in the prosecution's strategy and develop effective counterarguments during trial.
Can you handle both state and federal criminal cases?
Yes, we defend clients in both Pennsylvania state courts and federal courts. Our experience includes thousands of cases across jurisdictions, with specific expertise in Philadelphia's legal landscape.
Do you offer 24/7 legal assistance?
Yes, we provide 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters. Our team understands the time-sensitive nature of criminal charges and offers immediate support during critical moments.
What is your success rate with criminal cases?
While we cannot guarantee outcomes, our track record demonstrates success in reducing charges, securing dismissals, and minimizing penalties through strategic defense approaches and aggressive trial advocacy.
How do you approach first-time offender cases?
We prioritize protecting clients' futures through alternative sentencing options, rehabilitation programs, and charge reductions. Our goal is to minimize long-term consequences while maintaining aggressive defense strategies.
