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Tauber Law — Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, and Personal Injury Attorney in Philadelphia
Alan J. Tauber is a criminal defense attorney and a civil rights lawyer in Philadelphia, PA. He has practiced in Pennsylvania’s courts for more than 25 years as a private attorney and as Philadelphia’s Chief Public Defender managing a criminal defense practice of 250 attorneys.
We are always by your side
5,000+ Cases
Credibiliy & Experience
More Than $20 Million Collected
Track Record of Success
Case featured in Netflix Documentary
The Innocence Files, Episode 7 - Wrong Place, Wrong Time
Former Chief Philadelphia Defender
Managing a Criminal Defense Practice of 250 Attorneys
Practice Areas
Mr. Tauber practices primarily in the following areas.
If you have been charged with a crime in Pennsylvania, in either state or federal court, do not despair. The United States and Pennsylvania Constitutions offer many ways to fight your charges. Pennsylvania criminal defense attorney Alan J. Tauber knows just how to identify and exploit weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. We handle:
- Homicide
- White Collar Crimes
- Drug Charges
- DUI
- Domestic Violence
- Sex Crimes
- Expungement
- Traffic Tickets
One of the most prominent features of United States law, as opposed to most judicial systems around the world, is its emphasis on civil rights. You do not have to submit to abusive or arbitrary treatment by the police or the government – you can fight back. We have won substantial compensation for those who have suffered from civil rights abuses including a record $9.8 million false conviction settlement. We handle the following types of cases, among others:
- Malicious Prosecution
- False Arrest
- Police Brutality & Excessive Force
- Wrongful Conviction
- Illegal Search & Seizure
If you suffer an injury due to the carelessness or misconduct of someone else, you have the right to full monetary compensation for your losses. We can investigate and discover your claim’s true value, and we can fight to make sure you receive it. We handle the following types of personal injury claims, among others:
- Car Accident
- Workers Compensation
- Slip & Fall
- Medical Malpractice
Case Results
As a Philadelphia criminal and civil rights lawyer Alan J. Tauber enjoys the benefit of a long history of successful case outcomes, including the following:
Civil Rights
$9.8m
Settlement for malicious prosecution
Our client was falsely arrested, maliciously prosecuted, and served 28 years in prison. After we won our client’s exoneration, the City of Philadelphia settled the case pre-suit for a record amount.
Civil Rights
$3.8m
Settlement for malicious prosecution and false arrest
Our client was falsely accused of shooting at the police, and he was wrongfully jailed for more than three years. He was acquitted in a criminal trial, and the City of Philadelphia ultimately paid a $3.8 million settlement.
Personal Injury
$2.1M
Medical Malpractice
Surgeon left medical device in patient during surgery resulting in a critical infection.
Personal Injury
$1.5M
Automobile negligence
Fatal car accident ended with payment of all available insurance proceeds.
In the Media
The Innocence Files | Official Trailer | Netflix
Our client Chester Hollman spent 28 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. A passenger in his vehicle who testified against him now admits that she provided false testimony at his trial because the police pressured her into doing so.
Under our direction, he won a $9.8 million civil settlement for false Imprisonment and wrongful prosecution. We won Mr. Hollman’s exoneration after he was wrongfully imprisoned for 28 years. $9.8 million was a record settlement amount of the city. This case was so prominent that it was featured on Netflix.
Under our direction, he won a $9.8 million civil settlement for false Imprisonment and wrongful prosecution. We won Mr. Hollman’s exoneration after he was wrongfully imprisoned for 28 years. $9.8 million was a record settlement amount of the city. This case was so prominent that it was featured on Netflix.
Succesful appeal in a child endangerment case
Trial Co-counsel for Monsignor William Lynn, Secretary of Clergy for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia in the landmark clergy abuse trial in Philadelphia. Monsignor Lynn's conviction for endangering the welfare of a child was reversed on appeal and a new trial was ordered. He continues to fight the charges and is currently awaiting trial.
Youngest person charged with terrorism offense
Our client Mohammad Hassan Khalid was the youngest person ever charged  in the United States with terrorism offenses. Due to our representation, he received a short prison term. He has turned his life around and is now a college student who has dedicated his life to fighting terrorism and extremism.
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Known as a Trusted Attorney With 25+ Years of Experience
Experience matters and few attorneys enjoy the benefit of more experience than Alan J. Tauber. Over the decades, he has distinguished himself as a top-tier Philadelphia criminal attorney, one of the most successful civil rights attorneys in Philadelphia, and was an accomplished Philadelphia personal injury attorney.
Accomplishing all three of these objectives at the same time is no easy feat. Nevertheless, Mr. Tauber’s clients and peers in the legal profession have showered him with the professional acclaim to prove it.
Client’s Testimonials
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Louis
Alan took on my case after I lost faith in my prior lawyer. His relentless effort and pride made me feel like he was representing his own son. In the end, I recovered nearly ten times what my prior lawyer was even seeking. The money was great but Alans counsel made me believe in our justice system.
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Chester
Alan Tauber, attorney at law is one who loves the law and loves practicing law. He holds a passion for the fight of and in it. Not only is Alan Tauber a great legal mind of the law, he is a man of integrity. Attorney Alan Tauber represented me for well over 15 years as we battled to right an egregious miscarriage of justice. After serving 28 years of a life sentence, it is attorney Alan Tauber who fought tirelessly to have the wrong made right. In 2019, my release and exoneration became a reality.
Today Alan Tauber is still a great attorney, but more importantly, he is someone I call my friend.
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Robert
Mr. Tauber's expertise was absolutely critical to my case and settlement. He helped and guided me every step of the way through a very difficult time. I never would have been able to do it without him. Having Mr. Tauber on my side is what made the difference!
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Why Choose Tauber Law as Your Lawyer in Philadelphia?
Passion
No other criminal lawyer in Philadelphia can match our passion for justice. This, more than any other factor, is why our representation succeeds while others fail.
Experience
Mr. Tauber knows the Philadelphia criminal and civil justice system inside and out as both a practitioner and as the Chief of the Defender Association of Philadelphia. We know (from decades of experience) how to win at trial, giving us leverage that other law firms lack.
Track Record
Alan J. Tauber has a proven record of achievement and is ready for action. All the time. He served as Chief Philadelphia Public Defender, responsible for the management of a 500 person criminal defense practice and negotiations with Philadelphia court administration on criminal justice policy.
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