Joseph Lesniak

Joseph Lesniak, an accomplished attorney at the Law Offices of Joseph Lesniak, LLC, in Media, Pennsylvania, serves clients throughout the state. He focuses his practice on criminal defense, focusing on cases involving:·       Assault·       Child abuse·       Computer crimes·       Domestic violence·       Drug and weapon offenses·       DUI/ traffic violations·       Expungements·       Juvenile crimes·       Sex crimesMr. Lesniak earned his bachelor's degree cum laude from Villanova University in 2000, followed by a Juris Doctor from Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law in 2003. Post law school, he dedicated over nine years to the Delaware County District Attorneys Office, predominantly within the Special Victims Domestic Violence Division. There, he prosecuted numerous sexual assault, child abuse and domestic violence cases.Additionally, Mr. Lesniak served as the lead prosecutor for the Pennsylvania Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, where he played a crucial part in investigating and prosecuting internet exploitation and child pornography cases. His contributions extended to creating and teaching policies and techniques that have been successfully implemented across the state.Throughout his tenure at the District Attorney's Office, Mr. Lesniak developed and presented various outreach programs addressing significant issues such as protection from abuse orders, internet safety and cyberbullying. He has delivered presentations both locally and nationally for prestigious organizations, including the National District Attorneys Association, the National Center for the Prosecution of Child Abuse and the U.S. Department of Justice.In his role as the Nether Providence Township Solicitor for over two years, Mr. Lesniak drafted numerous ordinances, provided legal advice on complex zoning issues, and developed effective policies. He played a key role in drafting a comprehensive Civil Service Ordinance, ensuring compliance with state mandates and fairness in the police officer selection process.Mr. Lesniak also contributes to academia as an adjunct political science professor at The Pennsylvania State University. His dedication to his profession is further highlighted by his receipt of notable awards, such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation Award for Exceptional Service in the Public Interest and the Nicholas Vadino, Jr. Award for outstanding commitment to the Bar by a young lawyer. He also has an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell.Mr. Lesniak's extensive experience in the legal field, combined with his organizational, communication and litigation skills, has enabled him to build a successful law practice dedicated to serving his clients and community.*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.