Timothy Prendergast, J.D.
Criminal Defense Lawyer in Easton, PA
Drug Posession, DUI Charges, Criminal Cases
At the Law Office of Timothy J. Prendergast, we are dedicated to the effective, aggressive and compassionate representation of our clients. We uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism in providing our clients with comprehensive legal representation and consultation in the Lehigh Valley, PA. We are dedicated to the principles of justice and fairness and will not rest until we can provide our clients all the necessary remedies under the law. We strive to be compassionate, empathetic and understanding in listening to our clients and providing them with the means necessary to solve their problems.
We specialize in all aspects of criminal law, including but not limited to, drug offenses and possessions and DUI charges.
Licenses/Certifications
 Juris Doctor (J.D.)
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Education/Training
University of North Carolina at Greensboro (B.A., Political Science, Phi Beta Kappa, summa cum laude, 2000); Penn State University, Dickinson School of Law, (J.D., 2003).
Bio
Tim was originally employed by Asteak Law Offices upon graduation from the Dickinson School of Law in 2003 and remained employed there until 2007, when he decided to forge out on his own and opened The Law Office of Timothy J. Prendergast, Esquire in April 2007. Tim and his staff continue to expand and improve his practice to better serve his varied clientele. Tim also joined the Northampton County Public Defender’s Office in August of 2007 and continues to zealously represent indigent clients as an Associate Public Defender. Tim has practiced in multiple counties in the Commonwealth: Bucks, Berks, Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Montgomery, Carbon, Schuylkill, Lancaster, Lebanon, Dauphin, Cumberland, Luzerne, Lackawanna, and Montour.
One of the seven children born to Anne and the Honorable James F. Prendergast, Esquire, a long time member of the Northampton County Bar Association and Democratic State Representative from Northampton County for over 20 years. Tim grew up in the tradition of pursuing justice and advocating on behalf of others. Prior to attending Law School, Tim spent many years as a Restaurant Manager/Chef. As an example of Tim’s commitment to justice, while attending the Dickinson School of Law; he founded the Penn State Criminal Justice Project, a member organization of the Innocence Project Network, whose primary goal was to exonerate the wrongfully convicted through the use of DNA evidence. In addition to starting up the Project, Tim developed a curriculum wherein students could earn credits toward their degree while working on the Exoneration cases.
Memberships
Member, Northampton County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations; Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Lawyers Association; Association of Trial Lawyers of America; Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association.
Bar Admissions
Northampton County, Pennsylvania, and American Bar Association
Free Consultation
Yes
Practice Areas
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Legal Services
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Injuries & Accidents
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Abuse (Child, Domestic, Sexual)
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Juveniles
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Auto (Speeding, Traffic)
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Landlord/Tenant
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Auto (Accidents, Insurance)
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Motor Vehicle Accidents
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Children (Custody, Support)
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Parents (Elder Law, Medicare, SSI)
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Criminal Law
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White Collar Crime
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Divorce
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Wrongful Death
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Family Law
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Wrongful Termination
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