Ernest D. Preate, Jr. - Scranton Criminal Lawyer

Ernie Preate is the man, the myth, the legend in my family. We will never forget what Ernie did for my brother during one of the most difficult periods of his life. The situation was an extremely serious federal crime, and we needed an attorney who not only understood the law inside and out, but also knew how to navigate the legal system, even out of state, effectively and achieved freedom for my brother! Ernie’s knowledge, experience, judgment, and professionalism were evident from day one. He took the time to understand the circumstances and my brother as a whole person, explain the legal process, and develop a strategy that ultimately made a tremendous difference in my brother’s future. Throughout the case, he was responsive, confident, and always seemed several steps ahead. What sets Ernie apart is that he combines deep legal expertise with decades of real-world experience. He knows the law, he knows how the system works, and he knows how to advocate for his clients when the stakes are highest as he takes the time to know them personally. If you or a loved one are facing a serious legal matter, I cannot recommend Ernie Preate highly enough. To our family, he truly is a legend, and we are incredibly grateful for everything he did.