Worgul, Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC - Pittsburgh, PA

An experienced and highly successful trial attorney, Michael Worgul strives to help the decent, hard-working people of Pittsburgh through probably the most challenging and stressful time in their lives – being charged with a crime. The system is hard on the accused, and the consequences can be dire, but everyone deserves the best possible representation. That’s what Mike Worgul delivers.

Firm History & Approach to Criminal Charges

With this philosophy in mind, attorney Worgul founded Worgul, Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC in 2008 to provide aggressive and knowledgeable criminal defense to the people of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

When people find themselves facing charges and searching for a criminal defense lawyer in the Pittsburgh area, they are often shocked by how often criminal defense law firms encourage them to take a plea immediately. Simply put, they do this because it’s more cost-effective for the lawyer rather than what’s in your best interest. Their timid approach to the charges against you may also stem from the attorney’s courtroom inexperience.

Hasty pleas agreements and avoiding trial is not how attorney Mike Worgul handles a case. While negotiating the best possible outcome without going to court is ideal, he is never afraid of fighting for his client, and his record backs him up. Most defense lawyers average 7 jury cases spanning an entire career, but attorney Worgul has successfully taken dozens of cases to trial.

Michael leverages this experience to understand how cases are built, where to find weaknesses, and ultimately better defend every client. His negotiation skill and ability to contend with even the fiercest prosecutors has led to an impressive history of getting charges reduced, dismissed, and not guilty verdicts.

As a Top 100 Trial Lawyer and winner of the Avvo Clients' Choice Award, Mike has proven his tenacity in court time and time again. In addition to being a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association and Pennsylvania Bar Association, he is admitted to the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, where he advocates for clients facing federal charges.

DUI & Areas of Practice

Worgul, Sarna & Ness Criminal Defense Attorneys makes defending against charges related to driving under the influence a primary focus of their practice. A DUI can happen to anyone, but whether through negotiation or litigation, the team at Worgul, Sarna & Ness always works to have DUI allegations dropped or reduced.

We also know the importance of protecting your ability to drive after a DUI charge and are considered authorities in the administrative process behind keeping people's driving privileges intact. In one scenario, we were able to help a client charged with a Class A misdemeanor by negotiating a plea deal. This resulted in the reinstatement of her license with one year of non-reporting probation.

In addition to DUIs, Worgul, Sarna & Ness handles all types of criminal accusations in and around Pittsburgh, including:

•Assault & Domestic Violence

•Felony & Misdemeanor Drug Offenses

•Theft & Fraud Charges

•Traffic Violations

•Embezzlement & White Collar Crimes

·Firearm Charges

·Sex Crimes

·Violent Offenses

·Federal Charges

·Juvenile Matters

Representing the Pittsburg Area

Pittsburgh is our home, and that’s why Worgul, Sarna & Ness Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC is so committed to helping people in our area. Everyone makes mistakes, and it’s easy to face charges for something you didn’t do. Being charged with a crime does not have to change the rest of your life with our help.

We encourage prospective clients across the Pittsburgh metropolitan area and Allegheny County to schedule a free initial consultation no matter what charges they face. Let us explain your options and what’s next.