Pierre LaTour

Pierre LaTour is a respected criminal defense attorney known for his skillful representation of clients across Pennsylvania. With over 100 jury trials completed, he has secured not guilty verdicts in cases involving DUI, drug offenses, firearms charges, sex crimes, assault, homicide, and robbery in both federal and state courts.

Pierre earned his Bachelor of Arts degree cum laude in political science from Union College in Schenectady, New York. He later received his Juris Doctor cum laude from American University, Washington College of Law in 1998. His academic excellence laid a strong foundation for his successful legal career.

Before entering private practice, Pierre served as an Assistant District Attorney in Philadelphia from 1998 to 2003. During his time there, he handled hundreds of criminal cases. His experience as a prosecutor provides him with valuable insights when building strong defenses for his clients today.

Pierre is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania. He has also been admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. His areas of expertise include DUI, drug conspiracy, sex offenses, internet crimes, gun violations, vehicular homicide, and white-collar crimes.

Pierre LaTour has been recognized as one of Pennsylvania’s “Super Lawyers” for criminal defense from 2010 to 2017. His dedication to defending the rights of the accused and his commitment to achieving favorable outcomes have earned him a reputation as a top-tier advocate. His extensive trial experience continues to benefit individuals facing serious charges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner, The Law Offices of Scarpello & LaTour
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania

Education

• American University Washington School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Union College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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