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Joseph Lento

Philadelphia, PA

Licensed for 13 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

Attorney Joseph D. Lento, the founder of the Lento Law Firm, stands up when the bell rings - devoting himself to achieving results for clients nationwide in cases where the stakes are high.  As a veteran of one of the nation's highest stakes court systems, he has spent close to 20 years passionately advocating for clients and others in his charge both as an attorney and in other capacities and has obtained great outcomes on their behalf often in the face of long odds.  As an attorney, he learned the practice of law in the trenches, dedicating himself to finding solutions to clients' matters both in and out of the courtroom. At times, a client's matter can be resolved diplomatically, and Mr. Lento is a skillful negotiator. At other times, resolving a client's matter requires Mr. Lento to drive hard, and he does not back down in the face of adversity no matter how difficult the challenge may seem!Mr. Lento is a highly experienced attorney who goes the distance and gets results for his clients that speak for themselves.  Whether a client’s case involves Title IX, school-related issues, and education law; criminal charges; family law; or is facing any kind of injustice, Mr. Lento works closely with each individual client to customize his or her case strategy or defense. Mr. Lento understands that facing any kind of challenge can be incredibly stressful, and he is dedicated to helping clients achieve positive results in these difficult situations.Mr. Lento, a Philadelphia native, earned his bachelor's degree in political science and business from Villanova University before graduating with his juris doctor from Temple University Beasley School of Law.  Acceptance into the United States Marine Corps Officer Candidates School and working full-time while earning his law degree are accomplishments that Mr. Lento is also proud.  Mr. Lento threw his hat in the ring the day he graduated from law school and he began practicing law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and later New York.  He learned what it takes to win from a legend among Philadelphia criminal defense attorneys, and Mr. Lento understands that when his clients come to him for help, they are often facing one of their most difficult times in life. Knowing that life is not always easy, Mr. Lento take clients' concerns personally, and he is only satisfied when a client is satisfied. Success is often hard-fought, and Mr. Lento wouldn't expect it to be any other way. Mr. Lento established the Lento Law Firm, where he continues to represent and defend his clients with fortitude and perseverance.  Mr. Lento is one of the most experienced attorneys in the nation in cases involving Title IX and other school-related concerns affecting undergraduate, graduate, and professional students and also college and university professors and employees.  Across the nation, he has represented countless students, professors and employees, and others involved in higher education and academia for education law related matters including all aspects of Title IX law (sexual misconduct allegations and charges, discrimination under Title IX, and related concerns), academic misconduct, academic issues, appeals of actions taken by colleges and universities, dismissals, and college and university discrimination and employment-related concerns.  Understanding that students' and others' academic and professional careers are on the line, Mr. Lento established a nationwide practice to address school-related injustice, and through many years of hard-fought rounds on behalf of his clients, he is preeminent in the field. Mr. Lento has represented thousands of clients with criminal charges including, but not limited to, sexual assault and rape, domestic violence and assault, DUI/drunk driving, drug charges, and weapon charges, in addition to those seeking criminal record relief. State and federal criminal charges alone are often not the only issue facing his clients, and Mr. Lento is also highly experienced in resolving the collateral consequences of criminal charges including professional licensing, employment, and immigration concerns. An experienced attorney is crucial when facing criminal charges and related concerns, and Mr. Lento has spent close to 20 years working in the Pennsylvania and New Jersey court and criminal justice system.Mr. Lento is highly experienced in Pennsylvania and New Jersey family law matters, having worked for close to a decade for one of the nation's busiest family courts and also having fought in the trenches for family law clients in matters that could not be closer to the heart.  He has helped thousands of clients in cases involving, but not limited to, child custody, visitation, relocation, grandparent and third party rights, protection from abuse (PFA), restraining orders (TRO/FRO), child and spousal support, divorce, and pre and post-nuptial matters, and he understands how much is at stake because nothing is more important than family.  Having obtained countless successful outcomes for clients and their families through both collaborative efforts and also when litigation is necessary, Mr. Lento brings years of experience to the table.Mr. Lento prides himself on having heart and driving hard to achieve results. As a veteran of the court system and also highly experienced in high stakes litigation and negotiation, his knowledge of the important decisions and processes involved in Title IX and education law, criminal charges, and family law will help guide you through all stages of your case. He will go above and beyond for each of his clients, and achieving a positive solution for you is his primary concern.Mr. Lento continues to devote his career to defending and representing his clients. He is an active and respected member of the legal community, with numerous memberships in organizations both past and present including, but not limited to, the American Bar Association, American Bar Association – Criminal Justice Section, American Bar Association – Section of Family Law, National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys (NACDL), National College of DUI Defense (NCDD), National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), Pennsylvania Bar Association, Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys (PACDL), Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey (ACDL-NJ), New York State Bar Association, New York State Bar Association - Criminal Justice Section, Philadelphia Bar Association, Philadelphia Bar Association – Criminal Justice Section, Philadelphia Bar Association – Family Law Section, Philadelphia Criminal Law American Inn of Court – Founding Member, Bucks County Bar Association, Burlington County Bar Association, Camden County Bar Association, Delaware County Bar Association, Mercer County Bar Association, and Montgomery County Bar Association.Mr. Lento pursue goals with intensity, has opened every door in life on his own, and he proudly fights the good fight. He has long understood the importance of driving hard to achieve goals, and attorney Joseph D. Lento does what it takes to get his clients results!

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Personal Injury

Child custody

Child support

Family

DUI and DWI

Domestic Violence

Education Law

Juvenile Law

Language

English

Contact

Lento Law Firm1500 Walnut StreetSuite 1207Philadelphia, PA, 19102 Office (215) 535-5353 1500 Walnut StreetSuite 1207Suite 1207Philadelphia, PA, 19102 Office (215) 535-5353(215) 535-5353

Office: (215) 515-7492

Website: N/A

Reviews

Victor
September 21, 2016

I left a message on Mr. Lento's answering service at around 6am. By 8am, he not only called me back, but was already looking into my case. From the first moment I spoke to Joe, his focus was on me and my family. Because of Joe Lento's tireless commitment to our family, this matter was resolved, and resolved with the best possible outcome I would recommend Joe to anyone. Five minutes on the phone with him, and you know you have a fighter in your corner. Thank you Joe!

anonymous
March 31, 2017

We contacted Mr. Lento about a family situation, and he practically became a part of our family. He got back to us immediately. Mr. Lento stayed in touch with us through every step of a very difficult process. Best defense attorney ever. I am still crying as I write this, because he defended a family member during an incredibly stressful time. I am an attorney myself. I have never seen a lawyer be such an advocate, and a convincing one, in my life. He never offered us false hope. I respected that. We had a clear understanding of what might happen, because he had researched it, and had familiarity with it. He showed up to every single event along the way. This event is still kind of recent, so let me just say that Mr. Lento stepped into the life of my family at a desperately low point, and was an awesome defense attorney. I would recommend him to anyone.

Suhua
March 18, 2022

One of the best lawyers in education law! Mr. Lento answered my initial call in 10 minutes and set up our first meeting in an hour the first day I called his office. From then, he responded my calls and emails in a timely manner, even at nights and on weekends. He and his team resolved legal issues for my daughter, who was facing an academic disciplinary hearing at her medical school in New York. As a parent, I cannot thank enough for what he has done for us. Just want to say thank you to Mr. Lento. He is one of the best lawyers in education law. My advice is: Don't panic if your child faces academic hearing issues. Hire a good lawyer like Mr. Lento. They will help you.

Dave
March 4, 2022

Life may put you in circumstances that you would never imagine possible. When it does, having the peace of mind that someone is fighting tooth and nail for your best interest is extremely important. With Mr. Lento, you will have that and much more. I was pursuing an expungement for an incident that had been debilitating my life for the past 5 years. Initially, I thought that I would have to wait another year just to start the expungement. But Mr. Lento fought hard for me. Mr. Lento not only gives it his all to reach a favorable outcome, he does it with the highest levels of ethics and compassion. He is the one who will go the extra mile for you and explore every possible option. Should you need legal services, look no further than here. Because of him, I have my life back

Beth
February 25, 2022

Our family hired consulted with Mr. Lento to help navigate a complicated university process, where we had no experience. He explained the stages of the process and what we should expect. His expertise was an important factor in our decision to hire him to represent our family. His experience in this area gave us confidence that we were in good hands. The situation ultimately resolved in a positive way, with the help of Mr. Lento and his colleagues.

R. Powell
February 22, 2022

I was dismissed from my college for academic reasons. I was left to figure out my best way of appealing the decision. I searched for help and found Lento law group. They helped me and provided me with the best strategy and plan of execution for my situation and appeal process. Needless to say it was a huge relief and success once Lento law group got on my case and I was able to continue my studies!!

James
February 16, 2022

Joseph Lento and his team helped me a lot when I was facing an academic misconduct issue. I had no idea how to face the issue. His team gave me the right legal advises and plan of action. His team even trained me on how to talk and behave in the hearing held for my case.

Chris
February 16, 2022

I highly recommend Mr. Lento and his law firm. They helped defend my son from an academic misconduct claim at his college. In addition to being highly responsive during the Holiday season and answering our email within hours, the lawyers assigned to our case worked with us tirelessly preparing a defense. They were a constant source of reassurance during a very stressful time. My son won his case and has had his record cleared. There is no question that they helped us win a case where our son was unfairly accused of something he did not do. I do believe that we could have easily lost the case without their help because unfortunately his school does not make appealing a professor's decision student-friendly. We would not hesitate to recommend this law firm for any student related cases

Prasad
February 14, 2022

I was denied citizenship to the US because of a criminal record that was not mine. Thanks to Lento attorney they proved mistaken identity and I am now a proud US citizen.

Wendy
February 11, 2022

The attorneys at lento law are fantastic. They helped me finalize my mother's will. There was a lot of contestment from family who we haven't seen in years that just showed up all of a sudden. They thought that they were privy to money and property that belonged to my mother. She wrote them out and made a new will and did not include them. The new will held up in court. Thank you.

Victor
September 21, 2016

I left a message on Mr. Lento's answering service at around 6am. By 8am, he not only called me back, but was already looking into my case. From the first moment I spoke to Joe, his focus was on me and my family. Because of Joe Lento's tireless commitment to our family, this matter was resolved, and resolved with the best possible outcome I would recommend Joe to anyone. Five minutes on the phone with him, and you know you have a fighter in your corner. Thank you Joe!

anonymous
March 31, 2017

We contacted Mr. Lento about a family situation, and he practically became a part of our family. He got back to us immediately. Mr. Lento stayed in touch with us through every step of a very difficult process. Best defense attorney ever. I am still crying as I write this, because he defended a family member during an incredibly stressful time. I am an attorney myself. I have never seen a lawyer be such an advocate, and a convincing one, in my life. He never offered us false hope. I respected that. We had a clear understanding of what might happen, because he had researched it, and had familiarity with it. He showed up to every single event along the way. This event is still kind of recent, so let me just say that Mr. Lento stepped into the life of my family at a desperately low point, and was an awesome defense attorney. I would recommend him to anyone.

Suhua
March 18, 2022

One of the best lawyers in education law! Mr. Lento answered my initial call in 10 minutes and set up our first meeting in an hour the first day I called his office. From then, he responded my calls and emails in a timely manner, even at nights and on weekends. He and his team resolved legal issues for my daughter, who was facing an academic disciplinary hearing at her medical school in New York. As a parent, I cannot thank enough for what he has done for us. Just want to say thank you to Mr. Lento. He is one of the best lawyers in education law. My advice is: Don't panic if your child faces academic hearing issues. Hire a good lawyer like Mr. Lento. They will help you.

Dave
March 4, 2022

Life may put you in circumstances that you would never imagine possible. When it does, having the peace of mind that someone is fighting tooth and nail for your best interest is extremely important. With Mr. Lento, you will have that and much more. I was pursuing an expungement for an incident that had been debilitating my life for the past 5 years. Initially, I thought that I would have to wait another year just to start the expungement. But Mr. Lento fought hard for me. Mr. Lento not only gives it his all to reach a favorable outcome, he does it with the highest levels of ethics and compassion. He is the one who will go the extra mile for you and explore every possible option. Should you need legal services, look no further than here. Because of him, I have my life back

Beth
February 25, 2022

Our family hired consulted with Mr. Lento to help navigate a complicated university process, where we had no experience. He explained the stages of the process and what we should expect. His expertise was an important factor in our decision to hire him to represent our family. His experience in this area gave us confidence that we were in good hands. The situation ultimately resolved in a positive way, with the help of Mr. Lento and his colleagues.

R. Powell
February 22, 2022

I was dismissed from my college for academic reasons. I was left to figure out my best way of appealing the decision. I searched for help and found Lento law group. They helped me and provided me with the best strategy and plan of execution for my situation and appeal process. Needless to say it was a huge relief and success once Lento law group got on my case and I was able to continue my studies!!

James
February 16, 2022

Joseph Lento and his team helped me a lot when I was facing an academic misconduct issue. I had no idea how to face the issue. His team gave me the right legal advises and plan of action. His team even trained me on how to talk and behave in the hearing held for my case.

Chris
February 16, 2022

I highly recommend Mr. Lento and his law firm. They helped defend my son from an academic misconduct claim at his college. In addition to being highly responsive during the Holiday season and answering our email within hours, the lawyers assigned to our case worked with us tirelessly preparing a defense. They were a constant source of reassurance during a very stressful time. My son won his case and has had his record cleared. There is no question that they helped us win a case where our son was unfairly accused of something he did not do. I do believe that we could have easily lost the case without their help because unfortunately his school does not make appealing a professor's decision student-friendly. We would not hesitate to recommend this law firm for any student related cases

Prasad
February 14, 2022

I was denied citizenship to the US because of a criminal record that was not mine. Thanks to Lento attorney they proved mistaken identity and I am now a proud US citizen.

Wendy
February 11, 2022

The attorneys at lento law are fantastic. They helped me finalize my mother's will. There was a lot of contestment from family who we haven't seen in years that just showed up all of a sudden. They thought that they were privy to money and property that belonged to my mother. She wrote them out and made a new will and did not include them. The new will held up in court. Thank you.

Victor
September 21, 2016

I left a message on Mr. Lento's answering service at around 6am. By 8am, he not only called me back, but was already looking into my case. From the first moment I spoke to Joe, his focus was on me and my family. Because of Joe Lento's tireless commitment to our family, this matter was resolved, and resolved with the best possible outcome I would recommend Joe to anyone. Five minutes on the phone with him, and you know you have a fighter in your corner. Thank you Joe!

anonymous
March 31, 2017

We contacted Mr. Lento about a family situation, and he practically became a part of our family. He got back to us immediately. Mr. Lento stayed in touch with us through every step of a very difficult process. Best defense attorney ever. I am still crying as I write this, because he defended a family member during an incredibly stressful time. I am an attorney myself. I have never seen a lawyer be such an advocate, and a convincing one, in my life. He never offered us false hope. I respected that. We had a clear understanding of what might happen, because he had researched it, and had familiarity with it. He showed up to every single event along the way. This event is still kind of recent, so let me just say that Mr. Lento stepped into the life of my family at a desperately low point, and was an awesome defense attorney. I would recommend him to anyone.

Suhua
March 18, 2022

One of the best lawyers in education law! Mr. Lento answered my initial call in 10 minutes and set up our first meeting in an hour the first day I called his office. From then, he responded my calls and emails in a timely manner, even at nights and on weekends. He and his team resolved legal issues for my daughter, who was facing an academic disciplinary hearing at her medical school in New York. As a parent, I cannot thank enough for what he has done for us. Just want to say thank you to Mr. Lento. He is one of the best lawyers in education law. My advice is: Don't panic if your child faces academic hearing issues. Hire a good lawyer like Mr. Lento. They will help you.

Dave
March 4, 2022

Life may put you in circumstances that you would never imagine possible. When it does, having the peace of mind that someone is fighting tooth and nail for your best interest is extremely important. With Mr. Lento, you will have that and much more. I was pursuing an expungement for an incident that had been debilitating my life for the past 5 years. Initially, I thought that I would have to wait another year just to start the expungement. But Mr. Lento fought hard for me. Mr. Lento not only gives it his all to reach a favorable outcome, he does it with the highest levels of ethics and compassion. He is the one who will go the extra mile for you and explore every possible option. Should you need legal services, look no further than here. Because of him, I have my life back

Beth
February 25, 2022

Our family hired consulted with Mr. Lento to help navigate a complicated university process, where we had no experience. He explained the stages of the process and what we should expect. His expertise was an important factor in our decision to hire him to represent our family. His experience in this area gave us confidence that we were in good hands. The situation ultimately resolved in a positive way, with the help of Mr. Lento and his colleagues.

R. Powell
February 22, 2022

I was dismissed from my college for academic reasons. I was left to figure out my best way of appealing the decision. I searched for help and found Lento law group. They helped me and provided me with the best strategy and plan of execution for my situation and appeal process. Needless to say it was a huge relief and success once Lento law group got on my case and I was able to continue my studies!!

James
February 16, 2022

Joseph Lento and his team helped me a lot when I was facing an academic misconduct issue. I had no idea how to face the issue. His team gave me the right legal advises and plan of action. His team even trained me on how to talk and behave in the hearing held for my case.

Chris
February 16, 2022

I highly recommend Mr. Lento and his law firm. They helped defend my son from an academic misconduct claim at his college. In addition to being highly responsive during the Holiday season and answering our email within hours, the lawyers assigned to our case worked with us tirelessly preparing a defense. They were a constant source of reassurance during a very stressful time. My son won his case and has had his record cleared. There is no question that they helped us win a case where our son was unfairly accused of something he did not do. I do believe that we could have easily lost the case without their help because unfortunately his school does not make appealing a professor's decision student-friendly. We would not hesitate to recommend this law firm for any student related cases

Prasad
February 14, 2022

I was denied citizenship to the US because of a criminal record that was not mine. Thanks to Lento attorney they proved mistaken identity and I am now a proud US citizen.

Wendy
February 11, 2022

The attorneys at lento law are fantastic. They helped me finalize my mother's will. There was a lot of contestment from family who we haven't seen in years that just showed up all of a sudden. They thought that they were privy to money and property that belonged to my mother. She wrote them out and made a new will and did not include them. The new will held up in court. Thank you.