Robert S. Andrews Jr. | Attorney At Law

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Robert S. Andrews Jr. | Attorney At Law
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Put Over Three Decades Of Legal Experience In Your Corner

Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney Ready To Protect Your Rights

When you’re facing criminal charges in Cranberry Township or elsewhere in Western Pennsylvania, everything is on the line. Your freedom, your job, your family relationships – all are at risk. The stakes are too high to try to solve this problem by yourself.

With nearly 35 years of legal experience, I know how to craft legal strategies that protect my clients’ rights. Whatever challenges lie ahead, Robert S. Andrews, Jr. Attorney at Law will protect your rights through all phases of criminal proceedings.

Representation Across Various Criminal Matters

As a criminal defense attorney, I provide straightforward handling of each case at the highest levels of the justice system, extending to the local courts throughout Butler, Allegheny and Beaver counties. The cases I handle range from simple to complex, including:

  • Felony and misdemeanor defense: Serious felony charges and misdemeanors
  • Traffic offenses: Moving violations and other traffic-related misdemeanors
  • License suspensions: Assistance contesting license suspensions or pursuing a license reinstatement
  • DUI defense: All DUI charges, from first-time offenses to repeat violations
  • Drug charges: Defense for drug possession, distribution, manufacturing and trafficking cases
  • Violent crime defense: Assault cases, domestic violence allegations, weapons charges and other violent crimes
  • Protection from Abuse (PFA) order: Representation for clients at all stages of this matter, from receiving a temporary PFA order to challenging a PFA violation
  • Juvenile defense: Defense services for minors in the juvenile justice system
  • Expungement services: Assistance with clearing eligible criminal records and sealing past convictions

I never enter a courtroom without knowing every detail of the case, and neither should you face the early stages of arrest, arraignment or preliminary hearings without experienced counsel. Protecting your constitutional rights during initial police questioning and evidence collection is crucial – what happens in these first hours after arrest can be just as important as trial representation months later.

Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Cases

The criminal justice process raises important questions about your future. Here are the answers I provide most often to clients seeking clarity during difficult times.

What should I do if I’ve been arrested in Butler, Allegheny, or Beaver counties?

After an arrest, exercise your Miranda rights. State your wish to remain silent and request an attorney before answering questions. What you say at this time can hurt your case, even if officers promise it won’t. It’s also at this moment that getting a trial representative becomes essential, not just for future court dates, but to protect your interests from the moment of arrest.

How do you determine the cost of defending a criminal case?

The cost of your defense depends on several important factors I’ll consider when reviewing your situation. These factors include:

  • Case complexity and charge severity (misdemeanors vs. felonies)
  • Amount of evidence
  • Whether the case goes to trial or settles through negotiation
  • Number of court appearances and motions
  • Time sensitivity and urgency of the defense strategy

I’ll give you a clear price structure upfront, but remember that unexpected developments, such as additional hearings or the need for expert testimony, may affect the total of the initial estimate.

Can a criminal conviction be removed from my record?

Pennsylvania’s Clean Slate law can help many people with past convictions have their records sealed from public view after waiting periods. For most misdemeanors, you need to maintain a clean record for seven years. For certain felony drug offenses, it’s 10 years. Your eligibility depends on what’s on your record, the type of offense and whether you’ve stayed out of trouble during the waiting period.

Schedule A Confidential Consultation With Robert S. Andrews, Jr. Attorney at Law Today

I’ve learned over many years of practicing law that good people can get caught in tough situations. Maybe this is your first brush with the law or you may be dealing with something more serious. Either way, you deserve a lawyer who’ll stand up for you and fight hard. If you’re looking for a criminal defense attorney to represent you, call 724-460-0400 or contact me via my website. My Pittsburgh office is available upon request.