William J. Gallagher
Peter E. Kratsa
Leonard J. Rivera

Individuals being investigated for or charged with criminal offenses can expect to receive quality legal representation from MacElree Harvey. Our attorneys have handled diverse criminal matters involving felony and/or misdemeanor offenses in the State and Federal Courts. Our attorneys are available to defend everything from complex felony cases to summary traffic matters. 

• State and Federal white collar crime
• Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
• Felony allegations
• Misdemeanor allegations
• Juvenile delinquency allegations
• Traffic and Summary criminal offenses

MacElree Harvey's criminal defense lawyers are experienced trial lawyers with a reputation for excellence. Members of our criminal defense group include an attorney with a Master's Degree in Trial Advocacy. Our lawyers' acuity has been recognized in multiple publications. With well over fifty years of combined Criminal Defense experience, these attorneys are uniquely qualified and always well-prepared to assist you. 

We recognize that being investigated and/or charged by the government causes one stress and anxiety. We strive to alleviate these concerns by using our knowledge and experience to render a thorough assessment and prompt advice.  We are proactive.  In defending our clients, we utilize resources, including experienced investigators and reputable expert witnesses, where necessary. We will guide and assist you throughout the criminal process and we will work hard to achieve the best possible outcome in your case, whether that be a declination of prosecution by the government, acquittal, or other favorable disposition.

Representative Cases

• Acquittal by jury of physician accused of felony offenses of illegally dispensing controlled substances.
• Acquittal by jury of client accused of homicide.
• Exoneration of client accused of felony insurance fraud. 
• Acquittal by jury of DUI client.
• Successful Suppression Motions for multiple clients.
• Favorable sentencing for client accused of million dollar fraud.
• Alternative sentences (i.e., house arrest or in-patient treatment) in lieu of otherwise mandatory incarceration.