Brian V. Manchester

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Brian V. Manchester: Attorney with Manchester and Associates, PA
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Brian V. Manchester is the owner of Manchester and Associates, PA, and has been admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania since 2000. He is also licensed to represent clients before the United States Federal District Courts for both the Middle and Western Districts of Pennsylvania. Mr. Manchester’s background in criminal defense is distinguished by advanced training, including instructor certification in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing and specialized coursework from the American Chemical Society in forensic gas chromatography, solid drug analysis, and drug-impaired driving (DUID). He has further completed intensive courses in criminal defense, DUI defense, cross-examination, and sex crime litigation. As a respected legal educator, Mr. Manchester frequently presents on topics such as forensic testing reliability, biochemical blood analysis in hospital settings, and the scientific basis of alcohol and drug testing. He is an active member of the National College for DUI Defense, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the American Chemical Society. His past leadership roles include serving as Education Chairman for the Pennsylvania Association for Drunk Driving Defense Attorneys and as a member of the Society of Forensic Toxicologists.

Areas of Practice (8)

  • DUI Defense
  • Drug Crimes
  • Sex Crimes
  • Financial Crimes
  • Violent Crimes
  • Other Criminal Offenses
  • Vehicular Homicide
  • Juvenile Cases

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Pennsylvania State University, B.S., Business Management, 1995
Law School Attended:
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D., 2000
Year of First Admission:
2000
Admission:
2000, Pennsylvania; U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania; U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Birth Information:
December 10, 1972
ISLN:
921729523

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Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (11 reviews)
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  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0
  • Communication

    4.7/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0
  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/01/20 in Criminal Law

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 08/28/16 in Criminal Defense

    Mr. Manchester continuously strives to to learn the latest science law enforcement agencies use in court and knows the limitations behind what is being offered to try to show the guilt of the accused. I can say with confidence Mr. Manchester knows th... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 08/23/16 in Criminal Defense

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 08/22/16 in Criminal Defense

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 08/21/16 in Criminal Defense

    Brian is one of the preeminent DUI lawyers in the country.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 08/21/16 in Criminal Defense

    Brian has a vast base of legal knowledge that I've witnessed first-hand in DUI and firearms cases. He does a great job of analyzing complex cases, spotting issues that other lawyers miss, and turning a tough to win case into something positive for h... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 08/20/16 in Criminal Defense

    I have known Brian for many years and we have collaborated on projects. He is a valued member of the criminal bar.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 08/20/16 in Criminal Defense

  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 08/20/16 in Criminal Defense

  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 08/22/16 in Criminal Defense

    Brian Manchester has worked very hard for over five years to educate himself in the fields of toxicology and blood chemistry, and the techniques of chemical analysis. His working knowledge of these area of science is at the level of a PhD. He is un... Read more

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5.0/5.0 (75 reviews)
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5.0/5.0 (4 reviews)
Silver Client Champion

My son based on the recommendation hired Mr. Manchester when he was charged with Burglary in State College. Between then and the resolution of the case, he was there for us every step of the way. The...

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