Richard J. Fuschino, Jr.

Richard J. Fuschino Jr. is a top-rated, award-winning trial attorney with more than 15 years of legal experience and currently represents his clients through his law firm Richard J. Fuschino, Jr. He devotes his practice exclusively to delivering highly effective defense counsel and support to clients throughout the greater Philadelphia and surrounding areas of Southeast Pennsylvania and New Jersey who stand accused of all serious criminal matters.

A former prosecutor, Mr. Fuschino has a wealth of insight into the criminal justice system, which enables him to devise the most effective defense strategies possible for his clients. Over the course of his criminal defense practice, he has secured acquittals, dismissals and withdrawals of charges for the accused at the state and federal levels. Many of his cases are resolved without criminal charges during the investigation phase.

Mr. Fuschino personally handles his criminal clients' cases through investigation, negotiation and trial.  He also pursues appeals for those improperly convicted at trial in both state and federal court. No matter how serious the charges his clients are facing, he maintains an unwavering focus on protecting their rights and interests while working to obtain the most positive outcome possible. He has earned a reputation for his honesty, tenacity and determination to help his clients achieve the success they expect and deserve. 

Recognized for his professionalism and service, Mr. Fuschino has earned a Lead Counsel designation and the Excellence in Criminal Law Award from Lawyers of Distinction. He has also received a “Superb” rating on Avvo as well as many other top rankings from his peers. He is an active member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and Philadelphia Bar Association, the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey.

A graduate of Vanderbilt University, Mr. Fuschino obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. He holds his license to practice in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and he is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania, the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit, the U.S. Supreme Court and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.