Atty. Robert Frederick Datner
Robert Frederick Datner is a lawyer practicing sex crimes, white collar crime, drug crimes and 3 other areas of law. Robert Frederick received a B.A. degree from Hampshire College in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Drug Crimes & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 35+ Years Experience
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About Robert Frederick Datner at a Glance
Robert Frederick Datner is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Law Offices of Robert F. Datner, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1991) and New Jersey (1991). Educated at Widener Law School (J.D., 1991) and Hampshire College (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Philadelphia Bar Association Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Delaware County Bar Association (Criminal Defense Division) Pennsylvania Bar Association. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Frederick Datner
- Robert Frederick Datner is a lawyer practicing sex crimes, white collar crime, drug crimes and 3 other areas of law
- Robert Frederick received a B.A. degree from Hampshire College in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Robert Frederick practices at Law Offices of Robert F. Datner, P.C. in Philadelphia, PA
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Robert Frederick Datner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Frederick Datner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Drug Crimes in Philadelphia
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Criminal Defense in Philadelphia
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Federal Crimes in Philadelphia
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White Collar Crimes in Philadelphia
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Juvenile Law in Philadelphia
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose Robert Frederick Datner
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert Frederick Datner's practice in the field of drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and juvenile.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Frederick Datner brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, Robert Frederick Datner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering drug crimes, criminal defense, and federal crimes, Robert Frederick Datner can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Robert Frederick Datner attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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