Orest Bezpalko II, Criminal Defense Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Orest concentrates on criminal defense, family law, immigration, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Orest handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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Orest's primary office is at 123 S Broad St Ste 2040, Philadelphia, PA, 19109-1025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Orest usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Orest discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Orest for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Orest walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Orest offer a free consultation?

  Orest charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Orest's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Orest's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Orest gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Orest take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?

  Orest is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Orest will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Orest?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Orest will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Orest accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Orest's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.