CASES WE HANDLE
Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC handles all criminal cases in state and federal court, including:
Arson – Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki has handled numerous arson cases in state and federal court. Arson is a serious offense that can lead to harsh criminal penalties and jail time. An arson charge is generally filed against anyone involved in the burning or setting of fire to a commercial or residential property. If the property was a commercial property, the charges might be filed in federal court.
Assault – Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC has represented hundreds of clients charged with Simple Assault and Aggravated Assault. Simple Assault charges are misdemeanors and are usually filed where the victim sustains a less than severe injury. Aggravated Assault charges are felonies and are brought when the victim sustains a severe injury, where there is intent to cause a severe injury or where the victim is a protected person such as a police officer.
Domestic Violence – Domestic Violence is term usually applied to cases where an assault occurs between intimate partners. Crimes such as Terroristic Threats and Harassment often are brought as Domestic Violence charges. This is not a labeling without consequence, as an assault that involves domestic violence can lead to the filing of Protection from Abuse and separation from one’s family and removal from the home. Domestic Violence charges can also result in the loss of the right to possess a firearm, and such can be done immediately if a PFA is filed. Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC has represented hundreds of clients charged with Domestic Violence crimes.
Drug Crimes – The unlawful possession of a controlled substance is a misdemeanor in Pennsylvania and can result in jail time and a loss of one’s driver’s license. Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance is a felony and often results in jail time, heavy fines, the suspension of one’s driver’s license and the loss of the right to possess firearms. Drug charges are often brought when drugs are found during an unlawful search. When charged with a drug crime, you need an attorney well versed in the law regarding search and seizure. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki is such an attorney and is rated Lead Counsel certified in the area of Criminal Appeals. Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC has represented hundreds of clients charged with Drug Crimes.
DUI – A conviction for DUI can result in a mandatory jail sentence, mandatory fines, court costs and a loss of one’s driver’s license. You need an attorney who knows, not only the DUI laws, but a little science, if you expect the best possible outcome when facing a DUI charge. Blood results and breath readings can be challenged. Often DUIs are charged where the defendant as subjected to an illegal stop and detention. Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC has secured acquittals, not guilty verdicts, dismissals and withdrawals of many DUI charges. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki was the first Pennsylvania attorney to successfully argue that PennDot Form DL – 26 was coercive and rendered any blood obtained following the reading of such to a DUI suspect, to be inadmissible. Commonwealth v Evans, 153 A.3d 323 (Pa. Super. 2016).
Federal Crimes – If you are charged in federal court, you need an attorney with experience in federal court. Whether the charge is a Drug Crime, Mail Fraud, Money Laundering, Possession of Obscene Materials, Wire Fraud, Tax Evasion or any other federal crime, you need an attorney with experience in federal court. A federal trial is nothing like a trial in state court. People are often charged with Drug Crimes in federal court, who were never caught or found to be in possession of any controlled substance. Phone conversations interpreted as “drug talk” can alone result in a conviction for a Drug Crime in federal court. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki has extensive federal court experience. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki has secured acquittals for clients indicted in federal court.
Property Crimes – There are many crimes that involve allegations of damage to property. These crimes include serious offenses such as Arson and less serious offenses such as Criminal Mischief. Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC has represented hundreds of clients charged with property crimes.
Sex Offenses – Sex offenses can range from a misdemeanor to a first-degree felony, which can result in long imprisonment. If you are convicted, you may be required to register as a sex offender for at least fifteen years, and in some cases, for life. Your name, photograph, address, and details of your case will be published online. Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC has represented hundreds of clients charged with sex offenses.
PITTSBURGH CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY ROBERT E. MIELNICKI HAS CONSIDERABLE TRIAL EXPERIENCE
Protecting you from the consequences of a criminal conviction is Attorney Mielnicki’s passion. Good people make mistakes. Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC never forgets this. A criminal record may not be an acceptable option for one charged with a crime. Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC realizes this. If you are in a profession such as nursing or commercial truck driving, you may have no choice but to proceed to trial. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki goes to trial. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki has successfully defended police officers. He has considerable trial experience in state and federal court. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Andrew O. Stiffler has trial experience. If charged with a crime, contact Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC.
“I am in law enforcement. I hired Attorney Mielnicki for a personal case. I have seen and heard many cases. I must say Mr. Mielnicki is ONE of the best! He went above and beyond to get the job done. My case was very difficult and he won my case. 5 star.”
– Posted by Lori on Avvo September 19, 2011
Being charged with a crime doesn’t have to ruin your life, but it might. You need to hire the right criminal defense attorney. Having the right criminal defense attorney can make a huge difference. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki has nearly 30 years of experience in state and federal court. He is a respected and successful criminal defense attorney, DUI attorney and has successfully handled hundreds of drug crimes.
THE PROSECUTOR WILL BE PREPARED – ATTORNEY ROBERT E. MIELNICKI WILL BE EQUALLY PREPARED. PITTSBURGH CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS ANDREW O. STIFFLER AND KARISSA N. MURPHY WILL BE PREPARED
If charged with a crime, you will be prosecuted by prepared state and federal prosecutors, who will work hard to secure your conviction. If you are accused of a crime, it is critical to hire a criminal defense attorney with significant experience, a strong reputation, and who is not afraid to go to trial. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki has nearly 30 years of trial experience.
“I hired Bob on my federal arson case… l don’t know if another lawyer would have achieved the same outcome of an acquittal. I would highly recommend him to anyone.”
– Posted by Jeff on Avvo September 6, 2016
The criminal defense attorneys at Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC are not afraid to challenge the government. This requires tireless devotion to each case, extensive preparation and a full team ready to work on every case. The team assembled at Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC was assembled because each member provides that type of tireless devotion to each client. From the outset, they will work tirelessly to determine if there is a way to get the charges against each client dismissed or reduced.
“I would be lost without Bob. I was referred to Robert “Bob” Mielnicki for a defense attorney after I was indicted on federal charges. … Bob is excellent on communication, he always responds to my emails and will call within 24 hours if I leave a message… Initially I had a chance to go to jail. However, Bob found something that helped to lower the severity of my sentence and he fought for it. He was able to get my sentencing guidelines reduced, which meant probation is more likely…He makes time to meet me on my schedule, which has been very appreciated. I highly recommend Robert Mielnicki as a criminal lawyer, I don’t know how I could have survived this process without him.”
– Posted by Client on Avvo November 28, 2015
MIELNICKI & STIFFLER, LLC NEVER GIVES UP FIGHTING FOR THEIR CLIENTS
Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki never gives up, which is why he is Lead Counsel Certified in criminal appeals. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorneys Andrew O. Stiffler and Karissa N. Murphy never give up. Not all criminal defense attorneys can handle a criminal case from the preliminary hearing to the United States Supreme Court. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki is licensed to practice before the United States Supreme Court. Attorney Mielnicki has handled more than 100 appeals.
Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki is among Pittsburgh’s most highly respected and accomplished criminal defense attorneys. Contrast that statement with those attorneys who tell you that they are indeed the best. You can rest assured that the best criminal defense attorney does not need to state that they are the best. Attorney Mielnicki graduated cum laude from a respected law school and immediately began his career in criminal defense, while working as a Public Defender for 4 years.
“First time I have ever been accused of something of a criminal nature in my life. I called 4-5 different attorneys and Attorney Mielnicki was the only one to provide me with a sign of relief after hearing a brief synopsis of the case. Mielnicki was very knowledgeable and he is an email machine.”
– Posted by Jason on Avvo June 26, 2015
EXPERIENCE – HONESTY – INTEGRITY
Many people searching for a criminal attorney have never needed one before. At times, this process can result in people being charged outrageous fees for criminal representation. Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC can easily prove to you that they have considerable criminal law experience. They can show you dockets in state and federal court where they have obtained not guilty verdicts. They would only do that to make you comfortable. Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC believes that attorneys deserve to make a reasonable fee for their services. Outrageous fees bother them though.
“You will like him from the moment you call him. His voice will assure you that he will do everything he can that is expected from a professional, competent, smart and transparent lawyer…May God take him to the highest possible level in the judicial department.”
– Posted by Khondaker on Avvo May 21, 2016
NO CASE IS TOO BIG – NO CASE IS TOO SMALL
Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Robert E. Mielnicki has represented an NFL Pro Bowl Player, a former NBA player and the daughter of a network television actor, but they were truly no more important to him than any one of his other clients. Mielnicki & Stiffler, LLC believes that no case is too big for them and no case is too small.
“Robert fought for me and won. He got me back on the road, which I thought would never happen. He was always there for me when I had questions or concerns and always picked up the phone!!! I will never use anyone else!!”
– Posted by Chelsie on Avvo July 14, 2018
