Wm. Craig Penglase, through his commitment and zeal, has distinguished himself by providing outstanding representation to criminal defendants in the Bucks County Courts. These efforts were recognized by the Bucks County Bar Criminal Law Section as he was awarded the JUSTICE AWARD in 2011, acknowledging him as Attorney of the Year in 2011. Mr. Penglase’s efforts were again acknowledged in 2012, with a nomination for the Bucks County Star of the Year Award. This award recognizes outstanding efforts in providing legal representation to indigent clients in the practice of criminal law.
Mr. Penglase has extensive criminal defense experience and has defended all manner of alleged criminal conduct, including DUI and drug offenses, theft offenses, crimes of a sexual nature, arson and capital murder, to name a few. He is an experienced multi-county criminal litigator, practicing in Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, Philadelphia, Northampton, Lehigh, Blair, Berks and Lackawanna counties.
Mr. Penglase is a former Bucks County Assistant District Attorney and a lifelong resident of the Central Bucks Community. Mr. Penglase is a founding partner of the Doylestown law firm, Penglase & Benson, Inc. He is also an adjunct professor at Delaware Valley College.
"Craig is a genuine and honest attorney who kept me updated every step of the way throughout my case. He helped me get the best possible outcome and I’m finally back on track thanks to him! I definitely recommend him if you want someone who will advocate for you!"
- Joan Marie
"I can't thank Craig and his associates enough for the support over the past few years. They have been nothing but helpful to me during a very stressful time in my life. I would highly recommend Craig and his associates to help you in your time of need."
- Stacy R.
"Craig and the rest of the attorneys in his firm are honest and reliable. I hope I don’t need them again but if I do, at least I know I can count on them"
- DJ
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