Amato T. Sanita

Amato T. Sanita is a Philadelphia criminal defense attorney who represents clients facing misdemeanors, major felonies, and federal charges across Pennsylvania. He handles DUI/DWI, drug offenses, theft, weapons charges, assault, sex crimes, white collar investigations, juvenile matters, and probation violations. He has defended thousands of clients and uses extensive courtroom experience to evaluate evidence, challenge prosecution cases, and prepare each matter for negotiation, hearings, suppression motions, or trial when necessary.

Amato earned his B.A. in Political Science from Fordham University, with a minor in History, in 1993. He received his J.D. from Western New England University School of Law in 1996. He is licensed in Pennsylvania and Connecticut and admitted before the US District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. His education and admissions support his work in state and federal criminal proceedings involving serious legal consequences for clients.

Amato has handled more than 10,000 criminal cases, including over 8,000 DUI/DWI matters, according to his official profile. He has secured not-guilty verdicts, dismissals, and successful suppression rulings through detailed preparation and courtroom advocacy. He previously worked with the Defender Association of Philadelphia and later became a partner at two Center City law firms. His background gives him broad experience with Pennsylvania criminal procedure, trial strategy, and defense litigation matters.

Amato T. Sanita has been selected to Super Lawyers and was previously recognized as a Rising Star. He is a founding member and treasurer of the Philadelphia Criminal Inn of Court and participates in professional organizations. He has also been featured by local and national media for legal commentary and courtroom work. His practice reflects sustained preparation, direct client communication, and experienced advocacy for people navigating Pennsylvania’s criminal justice system.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding & Managing Partner, SKA Law Group, LLC
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Member, Philadelphia Bar Association
• Member, Order Sons of Italy in America (OSIA)
• Member, X-Philly Defenders Alumni Association
• Member, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
• Founding Member & Treasurer, Philadelphia Criminal Inn of Court

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania
• Connecticut

Education

• Western New England University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Fordham University
  BA in Political Science

Awards & Badges