Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Lawyers
Have you been charged with a crime? At the Law Offices of David S. Shrager, we know how to defend your rights and protect your future. Our Pittsburgh criminal defense attorneys have appeared before judges and courts in over 20 counties. This provides clients with the advantage of having a lawyer who is familiar with prosecutors and judges throughout the state of Pennsylvania.
E-mail our law Us or call us toll free at 1-866-504-9974 or 412-567-7967 to discuss your case with a dedicated criminal defense attorney in a free initial consultation. We are ready to explain in detail how we can help you.
Pennsylvania Federal Crimes Attorney and Former Federal Prosecutor
Attorney Ronald Hayward has 30 years of experience as a trial attorney, 15 of which were spent as a federal prosecutor. As Special Assistant United States Attorney in the Criminal Tax Division of the Justice Department in Washington, D.C., he handled complex federal cases involving money laundering, tax fraud and bank fraud. In addition, attorney Hayward also has a Master of Laws in Taxation from Georgetown University. Having been a federal prosecutor, he understands both the strengths and the weaknesses of the federal cases against our clients and uses his knowledge to provide strong defense strategies on behalf of our clients.
Defense Against a Range of Criminal Charges
In Pittsburgh, western Pennsylvania, and throughout the eastern United States, our team handles a wide range of misdemeanor, felony and other criminal defense matters, including the following state and federal charges :
- Fraud
- Money laundering
- Embezzlement
- Rape
- Sexual assault
- Child molestation
- Child pornography charges
- Sexting
- Internet sex crimes
- Online solicitation of a minor
- Drug possession
- Marijuana manufacturing
- Federal drug charges
- Drug trafficking
- Conspiracy
- Distribution of drugs
- Prescription drug crimes
We also provide services in alternative dispute resolution, parole and probation violations and appeals.
Experience on Your Side
Each of our criminal defense lawyers has more than 30 years of experience that we are ready to put on your side. We understand the way that the opposition handles criminal charges. We also understand how to fight opposition tactics and implement the defense strategy that you deserve.
The Law Offices of David S. Shrager defends clients against the most serious criminal charges. We have achieved our longevity by standing strong in the most complex, high-profile cases, and by getting results for people who have been put in difficult situations. Let us show you the difference that our experience can make for you.
Charged With a Crime? What You Need to Know
Miranda warnings are not just something that you see on television or in the movies. They are real, and they are vital to the rights and the freedom of the accused. From the moment you are contacted by the police, is the moment that you need a criminal lawyer. Under no circumstances, no matter what is said, promised or threatened by the police, are you to say anything without contacting competent legal counsel.
Follow the links below to learn important information about what to do in the wake of your arrest:
- Sex crimes: Dos and Don'ts
- Child pornography: Dos and Don'ts
- Internet crimes: Dos and don'ts
- DUI stop: Dos and Don'ts
To learn more, visit our Criminal Defense Information Center.
E-mail our criminal defense attorneys or call us toll free at 1-866-504-9974 or 412-567-7967 to schedule a meeting.















