Jill Sinatra

Jill Sinatra stands as a highly esteemed attorney at Sinatra & Istik Law Office, PLLC. Her practice extends across a spectrum of legal domains, delivering comprehensive legal services to clients in Cranberry Township within the Pittsburgh metro area. Focusing on intricate legal matters, she adeptly navigates diverse areas such as family law (covering divorce, custody and visitation, among others), criminal law (encompassing DUI, drug violations and more) and estate planning.With a notable background as a prosecuting attorney, Ms. Sinatra has achieved remarkable success in handling a myriad of felony cases, ranging from crimes of violence such as murder, attempted murder and felony assault to property crimes like burglary, fraud, and counterfeiting.A magna cum laude graduate of Westminster College in 1998, Ms. Sinatra earned her Juris Doctor from Washington and Lee University School of Law in 2001. She holds licenses to practice law in West Virginia (2001) and Pennsylvania (2005). Additionally, she actively participated in the Mock Trial Team during her legal studies, securing the Trial Advocacy Award from the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.Ms. Sinatra’s professional journey commenced with an internship at the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Western District of Virginia, followed by a tenure in civil litigation with a prominent private practice. Subsequently, she was appointed to the Criminal Justice Panel of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, where she defended individuals accused of serious felony offenses.Furthermore, Ms. Sinatra honed her skills as an assistant prosecuting attorney with the Kanawha County Prosecutor’s Office, gaining invaluable insight into the criminal justice system. She significantly elevated the conviction rate for domestic battery and assault offenses within the prosecutor's office, showcasing proficiency in utilizing electronic discovery methodologies for cases involving voluminous documentation.Ms. Sinatra is a member of several professional associations, including the Allegheny County Bar Association, the West Virginia Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association. Recognized for her exceptional professionalism and service, she has garnered top rankings from her peers and received the Silver Client Champion Award from Martindale-Hubbell. Her satisfied clients have provided numerous testimonials and referrals, resulting in "Superb" 9.9 out of 10 client ratings on Avvo.Returning to her native Pittsburgh, Ms. Sinatra established her private practice concentrating on criminal defense and family law. In 2017, she joined a boutique law firm in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, and by 2018, she earned membership status within the firm.