Joseph F. Sklarosky, Sr.
Bio
Attorney Sklarosky is the son of a coal miner-turned bricklayer and a ladies garment worker. He was born and raised in the Georgetown section of Wilkes-Barre Township and graduated from St. Mary's high school in Wilkes-Barre, in 1962. Upon graduation, he immediately enrolled in King's College. After graduating from college, Attorney Sklarosky moved to New Jersey to teach at a high school. After teaching for a number of years, he decided to become a lawyer, and enrolled at the University of Toledo School of Law. For four years, Attorney Sklarosky taught high school during the day at a local high school and attended law school at night. Somewhere in between he managed to spend time with his wife and two children.
After graduating from law school, Attorney Sklarosky returned home to the Wyoming Valley and started work as an Assistant Public Defender. In 1984, after nine years in the Public Defender's office, Attorney Sklarosky resigned his post and started his private law practice.
Attorney Sklarosky has been married to his wife Patricia for over fifty years. He enjoys spending his free time in his garden, fishing and spending time with his nine grandchildren.
Attorney Sklarosky can be reached at [email protected].
Education
Law School:
- The University of Toledo College of Law, J.D.
Undergraduate:
- King's College, B.A.
Admissions
- Pennsylvania
- United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
- United States Supreme Court
Recommendations
- Was referred by a friend for DUI matter. Quick resolution and knowledgeable - would definitely recommend for any criminal matter.
- Got a fast resolution for my criminal matter- felt confident with Attorney Sklarosky's experience and knowledge.
- Attorney Sklarosky is old school and when it comes to criminal matters- he's the guy. Well respected and he will fight.
- Attorney Sklarosky takes the time to talk to you. He makes you feel he will fight for you right from the start. I came in scared but he made me feel better. He really knows criminal law.
- I was upset and embarrassed about getting a DUI but now that it is resolved- I am relieved I came to this office to have it handled. Professional and knowledgeable.
- Had another lawyer for my criminal case and it it kept getting pushed back. I went to talk to Joe and my case was done at my next court date. Not sure what the problem was but glad it is in my review mirror.