Farrell Weaver & Okun is a distinguished Pittsburgh-based criminal defense law firm specializing in protecting clients’ rights and liberty across Western and Central Pennsylvania. The firm stands out for its all-hands-on-deck team approach, where attorneys collaborate on every case to leverage their collective experience in achieving favorable outcomes.
With decades of combined experience, the firm handles the full spectrum of criminal matters—from initial investigations and grand jury proceedings to trials, appeals, and post-conviction relief. They represent individuals facing serious charges, including homicides, sex offenses, and drug crimes, and are known for their principled advocacy and deep understanding of constitutional protections. Thomas N. Farrell is one of the few attorneys in Western Pennsylvania accredited to handle death penalty cases, underscoring the firm’s high-level expertise.
Services Offered
- Criminal defense for homicides (including death penalty cases)
- Sex offense defense (rape, sexual assault, indecent assault, Megan’s Law/SORNA matters)
- Drug offense defense (possession, intent to deliver, Fourth Amendment challenges)
- Robbery, theft, and burglary defense
- Assault defense (aggravated assault, simple assault, terroristic threats)
- DUI defense and ARD (Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition) eligibility
- Juvenile defense
- Direct appeals and appellate representation
- Post-Conviction Relief Act (PCRA) petitions
- Federal habeas corpus petitions
- Expungements and pardons
- Grand jury representation
- Preliminary hearings and trial defense
The firm serves clients throughout Western and Central Pennsylvania, including Allegheny, Butler, Beaver, Westmoreland, Washington, Lawrence, and several other counties. Their attorneys are dedicated to providing effective, knowledgeable representation to protect clients’ futures and constitutional rights.
