Wimmer Criminal Defense Law is a Philadelphia-based criminal defense firm led by Attorney Lauren A. Wimmer, recognized as one of the top criminal defense lawyers in the region. The firm specializes in defending individuals facing a wide range of criminal charges in both state and federal courts, from summary offenses to serious felonies. With a record of success and a commitment to fighting each case as if it were her own, Lauren Wimmer stands out for her aggressive advocacy and deep understanding of the Philadelphia criminal justice system.
Drawing on her experience as a former Judicial Clerk in the Criminal Trial Division of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, where she worked on murder cases, Lauren Wimmer brings insider knowledge of prosecutorial and police tactics. She personally handles each case, offering strategic defense from the investigation stage through trial and appeals. The firm is dedicated to clients at all stages of the criminal process—whether under investigation, recently arrested, or seeking post-conviction relief—and emphasizes early attorney involvement to challenge evidence, negotiate outcomes, or build robust trial defenses.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense
- Assault
- Disorderly Conduct
- Drug Offenses
- DUI Defense
- Gun Possession Defense
- Harassment/Stalking
- Juvenile Offenses
- Kidnapping Defense
- Murder/Manslaughter Defense
- Organized Crime
- Probation Offenses
- Property Offenses
- Resisting Arrest
- Terroristic Threats
- White Collar Crime
- New Jersey Criminal Defense
- Federal Crimes
- Federal Drug Trafficking
- Federal Conspiracy to Distribute
- Federal Mail and Wire Fraud
- Federal Methamphetamine Manufacturing
- Federal Money Laundering
- Civil Rights
- Prisoner Civil Rights Litigation
- Excessive Force
- Section 1983
- Police Brutality
- Malicious Prosecution
- Appeals
- Death Penalty Sentencing Mitigation
- Federal Sentencing Proceedings
- Post-Conviction Relief Act
- State Sentencing Proceedings
The firm primarily serves clients in Philadelphia and handles cases throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey, including federal jurisdictions. Lauren Wimmer is experienced in defending a diverse clientele, from individuals facing school-related offenses to those accused of complex federal conspiracies, and is known for her responsive, dedicated approach to achieving the best possible outcomes.
