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Charged with a DUI in Pennsylvania? Let's protect your license and your record.

Decades defending drivers across Lawrence County and Pennsylvania. Straight answers, a real defense, and a lawyer who answers the phone.

  • 19 five-star Google reviews
  • Decades defending DUI cases in Pennsylvania
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19 Google reviews Serving Western Pennsylvania Decades of DUI defense
Nicholas A. Frisk III, DUI Defense Attorney
Meet Your Lawyer

A DUI lawyer who actually answers the phone.

Nicholas A. Frisk III has spent decades defending drivers and families across Western Pennsylvania. When you call, you speak with Nick, not a call center or a junior associate.

Based in Ellwood City, Nick handles DUI and criminal defense in the local courts of Lawrence County and the surrounding counties, the courts where your case will actually be heard. He knows how these cases move, where they can be challenged, and what it takes to protect a client's license and record.

His approach is straightforward: hear you out, give you an honest read on where you stand, and build a defense around your facts, not a template. Clients come back, and they refer their families, because he treats every case like it matters.

Nicholas A. Frisk III DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney · Ellwood City, PA
Is this you?

If any of this sounds familiar, we should talk.

Most people charged with a DUI don't know what happens next or how serious it really is. The first call helps you figure that out. No pressure, no jargon.

  • You were pulled over and charged with a DUI.
  • You're worried about losing your license, your job, or both.
  • You took, or refused, a breath or blood test.
  • This is your first offense and you don't know what to expect.
  • You've been charged before and need a serious defense.
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Amazing lawyer. He's been my lawyer since 2013, and Nick's a beast in the courtroom.
Jeffrey Seybert · Google review
Why Choose Nick

You're not just another case file.

A DUI charge feels overwhelming. Here is what to expect when you have Nick in your corner.

Experience in PA courts

Decades defending DUI and criminal cases in the local courts of Western Pennsylvania, where your case will actually be heard.

You work with Nick

You deal directly with your lawyer, not handed off to someone you've never met. Your calls get returned.

A real defense

Every stop, every test, and every step of the procedure gets examined for the openings that protect your license and your record.

How We're Different

The difference, in plain language.

Some Firms

  • Hand you off to a junior after the first meeting
  • Treat a DUI like routine paperwork
  • Push you to just plead out
  • Stay vague about cost
  • Take days to return a phone call

Law Office of Nicholas A. Frisk III

  • You work directly with Nick, start to finish
  • Challenge the stop, the testing, and the procedure
  • A defense built around your facts, not a template
  • Straight answers on cost before you commit
  • Prompt, personal replies. Not a call center.
“Nick not only looks out for his client's best interests, he never for one second makes you feel like anything other than his top priority. A tremendous lawyer and an even better person.”
BA
Bronson A.
Google review
What Happens Next

A clear, structured process.

No surprises. Four steps from the moment you reach out to a defense that's underway.

1

Reach out

Call or submit the form. You'll speak with Nick directly.

2

Free consult

We review the stop, the charge, and your options. No pressure.

3

Clear plan

An honest read on where you stand and a defense strategy.

4

Your defense

We fight the charge and work to protect your license and record.

Charged with a DUI? Don't wait.

The days after a DUI arrest matter, especially for your license. Talk to Nick today for a free, confidential consultation.

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DUI Defense

The DUI charges Nick defends.

Focused defense across every kind of impaired-driving charge in Western Pennsylvania.

First-Offense DUI Repeat & Felony DUI Breath & Blood Test Defense Field Sobriety Challenges License Suspension ARD for First Offenders
What Clients Say

Real reviews from real clients.

Very helpful, goes above and beyond to help. Would highly recommend. Very fast and did a great job helping me.

JH
Jennifer Holler
Google review

Nick went above and beyond in dealing with my situation. He was very professional, thorough, responsive, knowledgeable, and honest. He helped me navigate through a difficult circumstance.

CB
Christopher Bond
Google review

Best lawyer in Lawrence County. Very communicative, and he will fight to get the best possible outcome of your case.

TK
Timothy Krieser
Google review

Nick was so professional and helpful. I'm grateful for his direction and expertise.

TB
Tonya Barnett
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Common Questions

DUI answers, in plain language.

The questions we hear most from drivers charged with a DUI in Pennsylvania.

What should I do right after a DUI arrest in Pennsylvania?

Do not discuss your case with anyone until you have spoken with a lawyer. A DUI in Pennsylvania moves down two tracks at once, the criminal case and the driver-license side, and some deadlines tied to your license can pass quickly.

Calling a defense lawyer early gives you the best chance to protect your rights.

Will I lose my license, and how fast do I need to act?

It depends on the charge, your record, and whether a test was taken or refused. A suspension can follow a DUI, and refusals carry their own separate consequences through PennDOT.

Because some of these steps move on their own timeline, it is worth speaking with a lawyer within the first days after an arrest.

What is ARD, and could I qualify?

ARD (Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition) is a Pennsylvania program that can be available to some first-time DUI offenders. It may reduce penalties and, once completed, can allow the charge to be expunged.

Eligibility depends on your record and the facts of the case. We can review whether it may be an option for you.

What are the penalties for a DUI in Pennsylvania?

Penalties vary widely based on your blood-alcohol level, any prior offenses, and the facts of the stop. A case can carry fines and court costs, license suspension, probation, an ignition interlock requirement, and the possibility of jail.

A DUI on your record can also raise insurance costs and affect employment. We'll explain what you're realistically facing.

I failed the breath or blood test. Is my case hopeless?

No. Test results can be challenged. Whether the stop was lawful, whether the equipment was properly maintained and calibrated, and whether the test was administered correctly can all affect the result.

A failed test is a starting point for the defense, not the end of the case.

Do you handle repeat and felony DUI cases?

Yes. Nick defends first-offense, repeat, and felony DUI charges, along with related matters such as license suspensions and traffic-criminal citations across Western Pennsylvania.

What does the consultation cost?

The initial consultation is free and confidential. Nick will hear you out, give you an honest read on where you stand, and outline what a realistic defense looks like.

Do I really need a lawyer for a first-offense DUI?

A first-offense DUI still carries real consequences for your license, your record, and your future. A lawyer can review whether the charge holds up, whether a program like ARD may apply, and how to protect your driving privileges.

It is worth at least a free conversation before deciding anything.

Our Promise

The standard Nick holds himself to.

These are the principles behind every case Nick takes on.

  • Direct access to your lawyer. You work with the person handling your case, not someone you've never met.
  • Clear communication. You'll always know where your case stands and what comes next.
  • Honest counsel. A straight read on your situation, even when it isn't what you hoped to hear.
  • Confidential from day one. Your case is protected by lawyer–client privilege from the first conversation.
  • Respect for your situation. You won't be rushed, dismissed, or made to feel like a case number.
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