Brett J. Riegel

Of Counsel
Admitted in Pennsylvania

Brett J. Riegel, Esq., is a founding member of ARM Lawyers and a native of Berwick, Pennsylvania, who graduated at the top of his class in 1988 as a multi-sport letter athlete, Eagle Scout, and community activist. Following honors graduation from Dickinson College, with a double major in English and Dramatic Arts as preparation for law school, Brett, completed his legal studies at the Dickinson School of Law in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

At the Dickinson School of Law, Brett focused his attention on real world experiences, which would allow him to be an aggressive advocate for clients after completing his legal education. While in school, he served as a member of the Appellate Moot Court Board, The Trial Moot Court Board, the American Trial Lawyers Association Trial Team, and the Robert F. Wagner Appellate Moot Court Competition. In addition to these honors, Brett took all of the available trial advocacy and appellate advocacy courses the law school offered and graduated towards the top of his class. During his time at Dickinson, in addition to the academic and extracurricular activities schedule, Brett worked in the legal division of the Pennsylvania State Education Association, where he assisted staff and regional attorneys in their representation of unionized teachers and support staff in a wide variety of matters before administrative agencies, trial and appellate courts.

After law school, Brett relocated to Monroe County, Pennsylvania where he had a one (1) year Clerkship with Monroe County Court of Common Pleas Judge Peter J. O’Brien. In that role, Brett was introduced to most of the influential decision makers in Monroe County and received hands on experience allowing him to recognize what methods of advocacy are the most effective for clients charged with a crime or otherwise embroiled in a legal battle.

At the conclusion of his Clerkship, Brett formed a small firm, later known as Amori & Riegel, LLC where he practiced for nearly 16 years as the primary litigation partner in both criminal and family law.

Since January 1, 2012, Brett has handled hundreds of criminal matters, including many which proceeded to trial, in fourteen (14) different judicial districts in the Common Pleas Courts of Pennsylvania, and seven (7) different judicial districts in New Jersey, as well as the Federal District Courts of the Middle District and Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Brett has handled appellate matters before the Commonwealth, Superior and Supreme Courts of Pennsylvania and before the Federal 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals and United States Supreme Court.

In addition to the criminal matters, Brett has also focused his practice on family law and other civil litigation matters, including personal injury, business litigation, real estate litigation and appeals.

alvin H.
7 days ago
In my view AOR is the premier organization for Concealed carry citizens, I have just had another very Professional interaction with one of their representatives Miss Stacy Peterson, Professional staff and Professional Accessible attorneys is their hallmark, after an unpleasant experience with USSCA it is like finding an oasis in a desert! Thank you, Again Marc Victor, for your work and your staff!
Sincerely Alvin Hickling
John S.
3 weeks ago
Because I have had a run-in with my local police in the past about defending the life of a third party, I was concerned about police trying to find a way to charge me when I had to defend myself with a knife last night.
I called the Emergency number so that I could avoid a "why didn't you call us" conversation later.
After I was connected to Howard Snader, he listened to my account of the event that transpired as well as the incident from my past. He assured me that I did the right thing by calling and he checked in on me this morning to make sure I was still a free man.
I let him know that assailant had been arrested last night and he is also on an ICE HOLD.
Ajay N.
4 weeks ago
I had to use the service after an incident at work, and Howard was very helpful at guiding me through the process which resulted in a positive outcome. I highly recommend both him and the AOR service.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ajay. We’re glad Howard was able to guide you through a difficult situation and help achieve a positive outcome. Providing steady support and clear direction when it matters most is our priority. We appreciate your recommendation and your trust.
Isaac
4 weeks ago
Attorneys for Freedom is an amazing law firm with very experienced attorneys. My attorney who represented me Howard S. from attorneys for freedom was the most informative and experienced attorney I have ever spoke to & kept me calm and reassured throughout the entire process of my self defense incident here in CA. AOR (attorneys for Freedom) is professional, I highly recommended Howard S. from AOR & am proud to have had the opportunity to have him represent me in my case. I knew from the first few minutes of speaking with him while LAPD was on the scene that he was there to help & defend me at all costs and AOR & Attorneys for Freedom will go above & beyond for they're clients . Take it from me 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing your experience, Isaac. We’re proud of Howard and the professionalism and reassurance he provides in critical moments. Situations like yours can be stressful, and we’re glad you felt supported from the very beginning. Your trust and recommendation mean a great deal to us.
John S.
1 month ago
Highly recommended.

Thanks Rachel Moss and Tory Steward for your persistence and hard work you both provided. Now the past is truly behind me.
Response from the owner:Thank you, John. We’re proud of Rachel and Tory and the dedication they bring to every case. We’re glad they were able to support you and help bring closure to your situation. Your recommendation means a great deal to us.