Case Results

The cases we take involve real people with real concerns. Clients put their faith in us because we focus on them, and no matter the allegation, every case gets our highest dedication and advocacy. Here is a small sampling of some results we’ve achieved.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

  • Not Guilty Verdict in Murder Trial

    Result: Not Guilty

    Client acquitted of murder after a week-long jury trial in Chester County Court of Common Pleas.  

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  • Marijuana Trafficking Charges Dismissed

    Result: Charges Dismissed

    A client was arrested for delivering a pound of marijuana to an undercover criminal informant (CI), but the DA did not charge the Chester County man for a year.

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  • ARD For Felony Sex Offense

    Result: ARD

    A Delaware County man in his mid-60s was charged with open lewdness and corruption of minors. This felony sex offense could have meant jail and sex offender registration.

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  • Strangulation Charges Withdrawn

    Result: Charges Withdrawn

    Felony strangulation charges were dropped against a Chester County man, thanks to a proactive client and strong negotiation by attorney Michael Skinner

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  • Not Guilty Boosts Client’s Fresh Start

    Result: Not Guilty

    A young Chester County man who wanted to make a fresh start asked attorney Michael Skinner for help with an active warrant for retail theft. The client was accused of shoplifting at a Marshall’s department store but evaded police.

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  • DUI Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence

    Result: Charges Dismissed

    A Chester County driver was pulled over on a suspected DUI by an officer who claimed she was weaving and crossing the centerline. She called attorney Skinner to defend her against a potential fine, jail time, and loss of license.

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  • Second DUI Dismissed, Probation on Third

    Result: Charges Dismissed

    A client with two back-to-back DUIs in Chester County faced a minimum of one year in jail and a lengthy license suspension. Attorney Skinner successfully had the second DUI dismissed because the DA did not file within the year deadline.

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  • Strangulation Charges Dismissed Against Veteran

    Result: Charges Dismissed

    A veteran who has PTSD was accused of strangling his girlfriend. The client had memory issues and could not recall the details of the encounter, which occurred during the Covid lockdown in Chester County. Attorney Skinner successfully negotiated during the…

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  • DUI, Possession & Resisting Arrest Charges Dismissed

    Result: Charges Dismissed

    A young male Coatesville resident was pulled over for a broken taillight. The police officer asked the client to get out of the car. The officer’s body cam video showed the police officer pulling the client out of his vehicle…

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  • Firearm Charges Reduced to Disorderly Conduct

    Result: Charges Reduced

    When a new Chester County resident was pulled over in a traffic stop, she rightfully told the police officer that she had a legally purchased firearm in the glove box. A former resident of Virginia, the client was unfamiliar with…

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