Criminal Defense Attorneys
Reading, Pennsylvania
Attorney Profile

Jay M. Nigrini

Former Berks County prosecutor. Criminal defense attorney with experience leading more than 200 jury trials.

Experience

A career in the courtroom.

Jay represents people facing serious criminal charges throughout Pennsylvania. His jury trial experience includes homicide, sexual assault, drug distribution, corrupt organizations, and firearms cases.

His pretrial work includes challenges involving electronic surveillance, DNA, coerced confessions, and unlawful searches.

From prosecution to defense

Prosecution experience
Began his career in the Berks County District Attorney’s Office, handling homicide, sexual assault, and drug cases.

Criminal defense
Joined Allan Sodomsky’s criminal defense practice after serving as a prosecutor.

Professional leadership
Past president of the Berks County Bar Association’s Young Lawyer Division.

Professional Background

Education and credentials.

Education

Wilson High School, 1993.
Syracuse University, B.S. in Political Science, cum laude, 1997.
Pennsylvania State University School of Law, J.D., 2000. Participated in the competitive Mock Trial Team.

Admissions

Pennsylvania and several United States District Courts.

Memberships

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Discuss your case with our team.

Call (610) 375-0412 or request a free consultation.