Homicide Defense in Reading
Former-Prosecutor Insight for Murder & Manslaughter Allegations
A murder or manslaughter investigation can affect a person long before charges are filed. At Emkey Law Firm, we provide homicide defense for people facing criminal charges in Reading, PA, Berks County, and surrounding Pennsylvania communities.
Our lead attorney, Daniel P. Emkey, brings experience from the Berks County District Attorney’s Office to these cases. We examine the alleged conduct, available evidence, charging decision, and elements the Commonwealth must prove. Our involvement can begin during an active investigation or after charges have been filed.
Call (610) 200-6103 to speak directly with us about an investigation or charge.
Early Intervention & Direct Attorney Access
Statements to investigators, evidence collection, charging decisions, and early court proceedings can shape a homicide case. We can step in during an active investigation to protect our client’s rights before formal charges are filed. Once retained, our attorney remains the primary point of contact rather than handing case management to a paralegal.
We build each defense around the allegations, evidence, procedural history, and legal elements of the charged offense. We assess those factors individually and guide the client through each stage of the criminal process.
Our work after initial contact can include:
- Reviewing police reports, charging documents, and procedural history
- Explaining potential penalties and collateral consequences
- Developing strategy with attention to local prosecutors, judges, and court procedures
- Communicating directly with the client throughout scheduled court dates
Confidential Counsel When the Matter Can’t Wait
A criminal charge can create immediate questions about custody, upcoming proceedings, communication with law enforcement, and the next legal decision. We offer complimentary, confidential initial case evaluations and provide clear legal and financial guidance from the first meeting.
Our firm answers calls 24/7. We also offer night, weekend, and offsite appointments, including prison visits for incarcerated clients and meetings arranged around urgent circumstances.
Request a confidential consultation with our homicide lawyer serving Reading, Pennsylvania, through our contact form or by calling (610) 200-6103.
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"My experience was outstanding. My case was handled as though the outcome matter to Mr. Emkey. I was thankful that someone treated me as an honest person and not as the next number at the deli counter. His efforts helped me regain a needed function of my li"- T.D.
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"Attorney Emkey is the reason why I have my freedom. He was always available to answer my questions and never made me feel like I was bothering him...a true blessing and pleasure to have as an attorney!"- D.V.
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"I definitely had a positive experience with the firm. Everyone was very professional and understanding. I appreciated the phone calls to remind me of court dates and also that I could talk to anyone if I had a problem or a concern about something. I'm very"- A.S.
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"I'm so happy that I hired Attorney Emkey. He fought so hard and did everything he could for me. His hard work resulted in my freedom."- I.K.
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"Helpful, thoughtful, caring and understanding. . . they care on a personal level!"- M.A.
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"I just wanted you to know that your defense of him has allowed him the opportunity to succeed. Thank you so much!"- P.S.
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"Dan helped me when I got my first DUI. He answered the phone on a Sunday and talked to me live and explained to me my options for ARD. He calmed me down, I was very nervous since I never had any prior arrests. Dan also (for no extra cost) represented me fo"- D.M.
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"Never met someone (let alone an attorney) so caring as Dan. You can tell the second you walk into his office that you are in the right place. He's got the nicest office around and his legal assistant was extremely polite. He cared about my family, and m"- G
