T.L. Kearney, IV

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T.L. Kearney, IV: Attorney with Kearney Law
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Platinum Client Champion
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

Thomas "T.L." Kearney, IV combines courtroom experience with client-focused advocacy. He earned his B.S. degrees in Business and Psychology, graduating Magna Cum Laude at the top of his class, from the University of Pittsburgh and a earned his J.D., graduating Cum Laude at the top of his class, from Widener University School of Law. While in law school, he served on the Executive Board of the Delaware Journal of Corporate Law, was an Executive of the Student Bar Association, and was chosen for the prestigious externship with the Honorable Justice Richard Barclay Surrick of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania Federal Court.

T.L. began his career as an Assistant District Attorney in York County’s Major Crimes Unit, gaining extensive jury-trial experience, and later transitioned to criminal, DUI, & traffic defense work, winning not-guilty verdicts and full & total charge dismissals across a broad range of criminal & DUI matters. He has argued before the state and federal courts and is admitted to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and the Federal U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. T.L. carries the highest possible AV Preeminent Rating through Martindale and has been recognized as a Martindale‑Hubbell Platinum Client Champion and repeatedly selected by clients for Avvo’s Top Attorney and Client’s Choice awards. T.L.'s practice emphasizes criminal defense, DUI defense, and traffic defense. T.L. remains active in local and state bar organizations and resides in central York County with his wife and 5 wonderful children.
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Areas of Practice (59)

  • Criminal Law
  • DUI/DWI
  • Felonies
  • Criminal Defense
  • Misdemeanors
  • Traffic Violations
  • Parole and Probation
  • Expungements
  • Juvenile Criminal Law
  • Personal Injury
  • Violent Crime
  • Sex Crime
  • Domestic Violence
  • DUI Offenses
  • Juvenile Law
  • Homicide
  • Drug Crimes
  • Sex Crimes
  • Theft
  • Marijuana Crimes
  • Retail Theft
  • Shoplifting
  • Domestic Assault
  • Simple Assault
  • Aggravated Assault
  • Strangulation
  • Gun Charge
  • Gun Charges
  • Gun Offenses
  • Weapons Charges
  • Weapons Offenses
  • Weapons Crimes
  • Firearms Charges
  • Firearms Offenses
  • Firearms Crimes
  • Sex Offenses
  • Sex Charges
  • Rape Charges
  • Traffic Citations
  • Traffic Summary
  • Traffic Summaries
  • Traffic Tickets
  • Pardons
  • Driving Under the Influence
  • Driving While Intoxicated
  • DUI Violations
  • DUI Crimes
  • DUI Tickets
  • DUI Charges
  • Felony Charges
  • Misdemeanor Charges
  • Summary Charges
  • Summary Violations
  • Summary Crimes
  • DUI
  • Driving Citations
  • Driving Offense
  • Vehicular Crimes
  • PWID
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Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Pittsburgh, B.S., magna cum laude, 2006
Law School Attended:
Widener University School of Law, J.D., magna cum laude, 2009
Year of First Admission:
2009
Admission:
2009, Pennsylvania; 2015, United States District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Memberships:
Pennsylvania Bar Association; Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (PACDL); York County Bar Association.
Certifications:
Martindale AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale‑Hubbell Platinum Client Champion, Avvo Top Attorney Award, Avvo Client’s Choice Award
ISLN:
922579257

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Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (10 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/28/25 in Criminal Law

    I find TL to be a very thoughtful and well-reasoned practitioner and has represented his clients well.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/07/25 in Criminal Law

    A very smart and capable criminal defense attorney. Easy to work with and highly effective.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/07/25 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/07/25 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/07/25 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/07/25 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/07/25 in Criminal Law

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Senior Attorney on 11/03/25 in Criminal Law

    TL Kearney is currently the attorney that is most likely to get his clients the absolute best deal possible, as he makes his clients complete relevant treatment and restitution at an early stage. He has his clients prove that not only are they reform... Read more

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  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Shareholder on 10/22/25 in Criminal Law

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  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/07/25 in Criminal Law

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (462 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (219 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

Best DUI Attorney in york, PA. TL made this difficult time an easy process. Helped me step by step to get the best possible outcome for my DUI . I would recommend anyone in need of a attorney to reac...

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