Assault Lawyer

Assault Lawyer in Columbia County, Montour County, Northumberland County, Union/Snyder County, Luzerne and Schuylkill County.

There are several different types of assault offenses under Pennsylvania law. The most common including simple assault and aggravated assault. Assault is generally classified as a violent crime and can carry severe punishment. When you commit a crime that involves physical injury to another person, or even am attempt to injure someone, you can expect that the consequences will be harsh. For example, even a fistfight outside a bar can result in misdemeanor or felony charges. If you have been charged with any type of assault offense, please don't hesitate to contact an assault lawyer from the firm today. With the help of Attorney Elizabeth Kulyeshie, you could be able to greatly enhance your chances of receiving a positive outcome in your criminal case. The defense lawyer is experienced in handling all types of assault cases and has experienced great success in the past by winning cases at trial or negotiating fair plea agreements with prosecutors.

Domestic Violence:

Unfortunately, domestic violence--assault crimes committed against family members--happens all to often. Today, prosecutors and lawmakers aggressively target people who have been charged with assault crimes against their spouses, significant others and other family members. These cases are extremely complicated and often affect multiple lives. Also, if convicted of domestic violence, there are consequences that affect other aspects of life such as the ability to work in certain areas of employment, the ability to own or possess firearms and/or the ability to hunt. With the right criminal defense attorney, a person accused of a domestic violence crime will get aggressive criminal defense in court, but will also get the proper legal counseling and advice that will help them through this difficult time. Often times, with the assistance of a criminal defense lawyer, negotiated plea agreements are worked out which prevent jail time and protect the client's job and family. If the case does not work out or if the client is wrongly accused, the firm can and will take the case to trial. If you have been contacted by law enforcement to discuss a domestic violence charge, or if you have been charged, do not make any statements to the police or others and call the firm immediately.

Often, domestic violence charges or accusations can lead to other legal problems such as Protection From Abuse (PFA) hearings, divorce, custody battles and even Children and Youth investigations. At this firm, Attorney Elizabeth Kulyeshie is an experienced attorney who can help clients through these complicated matters. If a PFA or other family-related matter results in addition to your criminal case, our firm has a family law attorney (who has significant prior criminal defense experience) to your case to assist you with those matters.

Once retained, Attorney Elizabeth Kulyeshie will work with you to build a defense and a comprehensive plan that suits the circumstances of your arrest and alleged crime. The legal attorney at the firm understands that your freedom is vitally important to you and your family. That is why you will always be treated with the respect and courtesy that you deserve. When you are looking for an attorney who will give your case the attention and personalized care that you need, this firm can help you. Call Attorney Elizabeth Kulyeshie today!

Charged with an assault offense in Pennsylvania?

The legal attorney at the firm could be able to provide you with legal assistance in the following areas:

• Simple Assault
• Aggravated Assault
• Recklessly Endangering Another Person
• Terroristic Threats
• Harassment
• Stalking
• Ethnic Intimidation
• Assault on Sports Official
• Discharge of Firearm into Occupied Structure
• Propulsion of Missiles

Even if you have been charged with simple assault, you can still spend up to 5 years in prison, depending upon the circumstances of your case. Simple assault is usually charged as a misdemeanor 2, which can result in up to 2 years in prison. Simple assault on a child under the age of 12 is generally classified as a misdemeanor 1, which is much more serious and can result in up to 5 years imprisonment. It is very important that you work with a lawyer who has a proven track record with assault cases in the state. At the firm, your attorney will work with you to give you a chance at getting the results that you want in your case.