Criminal defense in Philadelphia, from the first hearing through trial and appeal.
Jonathan R. Altschuler represents people charged with crimes in Philadelphia Municipal Court and the Court of Common Pleas. You work with him directly, from the first consultation to the end of the case.
- Education
- Temple University School of Law, J.D., magna cum laude
- Courts
- Philadelphia Municipal Court and Court of Common Pleas
- Office
- 1760 Market Street, Suite 603, Philadelphia
What are you charged with?
Each page explains how these cases usually move through Philadelphia courts and what to do before your next date.
All practice areasAssault Defense
Defense for assault and related violence charges, including aggravated assault, simple assault, and REAP.
Gun & Weapons Charges
Defense for firearms charges: unlicensed carrying, person-not-to-possess, and related weapons counts.
Theft, Robbery & Burglary
Defense for theft, retail theft, receiving stolen property, robbery, and burglary allegations.
Drug Crimes
Defense for possession, PWID, paraphernalia, and related controlled-substance charges.
DUI Defense
Defense for DUI charges, including testing issues and collateral license consequences.
Where does your case stand?
The right next step depends on what has already happened. Start from where you are now.
Arrested or charged
Bail, the preliminary hearing in Municipal Court, discovery, and pretrial motions.
Read moreListed for trial
Preparing for a waiver trial before a judge or a jury trial in Common Pleas.
Read moreAfter a conviction
Direct appeals and post-conviction petitions, which have strict filing deadlines.
Read moreClearing a record
Whether an arrest or case can be expunged or its records limited.
Read more
Jonathan R. Altschuler
Attorney at Law
Clients work directly with Jonathan R. Altschuler on criminal matters that call for careful preparation and practical, plain-language advice.
He represents people in Philadelphia Municipal Court and the Court of Common Pleas, from bail and the preliminary hearing through trial, and advises on appeals, post-conviction relief, and expungement.
- Education
- Temple University School of Law, J.D., magna cum laude, 1998
- University of Delaware, B.A., 1995
- Courts
- Philadelphia Municipal Court
- Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas
What happens when you reach out
Reach the firm
Call 267-888-8529 or send the form below. If you have a court date coming up, mention it first.
Talk through the case
In a confidential consultation, you go over the charges, where the case stands in court, and the options in front of you.
Decide in writing
If you choose to hire the firm, representation begins when you both sign a written engagement agreement.
Request a consultation
Send a few details and the firm will contact you. If your court date is soon, calling is the fastest way to reach the office.
Phone267-888-8529EmailJon@AltschulerFirm.comOffice1760 Market Street, Suite 603Philadelphia, PA 19103 (opens map in a new tab)