 "I'm comfortable and aggressive
during all phases of a criminal case"
Having successfully handled thousands of cases throughout his career, Attorney Sughrue is comfortable and aggressive during all phases of a criminal case. Believing that obtaining a “not guilty” begins at the moment a person becomes aware that he or she is under investigation for a crime, Attorney Sughrue acts quickly and efficiently to gather witness information and analyze evidence to aid in developing in an effective defense. From the start of his professional career Attorney Sughrue has concentrated his efforts in the criminal law arena. By focusing his efforts, Attorney Sughrue is aware of the latest trends in criminal law—how the law is changing by appellate decision and legislative enactment. Staying current on the evolving state of the law is also easily achieved by Attorney Sughrue because he does not dabble in criminal law—he makes his living as a criminal defense attorney. "I don't dabble in criminal law -
I make my living as a criminal defense attorney" There are too many uninformed attorneys willing to represent individuals because an attorney cannot pass up an “easy” fee. These attorneys often give bad advice, do not fully protect a person’s rights or do not know what questions to ask or what information is relevant to a particular charge. Letting an attorney whose practice is not committed to defending criminal matters give you advice at your most vulnerable time is often a person’s first mistake. Just a brief look at the associations to which Attorney Sughrue belongs demonstrates that Attorney Sughrue is dedicated to helping people who are charged with a crime. Upon arrest by a police agency, people are somewhat confused about the process that has taken control of their lives. Educating clients and family members about the process of a criminal matter is vitally important to Attorney Sughrue. Effective, successful defenses are achieved by redirecting the concern of clients and family members into productive, constructive energy. Attorney Sughrue goes to great lengths to deal with his clients in an open, upfront manner. After a client decides to retain his services, a representation agreement or contract will be drafted and signed by Attorney Sughrue and the client so that the client is fully aware as to the expense associated with the defense of a particular matter. There are no surprise fees—ever. Admitted to Practice  Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
Third Circuit Court of Appeals
United States Supreme Court
Areas of Practice Criminal Law - State and Federal
Appellate Courts
Protection From Abuse Issues
Driver’s License Issues Membership & Organizations: Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
American Trial Lawyers Association
Pennsylvania Association of Trial Lawyers
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Allegheny County Bar Association - Criminal Section Education:
Duquesne University School of Law - Pittsburgh, PA
West Virginia University - BSBAd - Finance - Morgantown, WV
Clearfield Area High School - Clearfield, PA TOP OF PAGE | 
