Thomas M. McKinley, Criminal Defense Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI
Senior AttorneyatKetchel Law
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing criminal defense in Pittsburgh since 2014.
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- Years practicing
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Thomas M. McKinley is a senior attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI. Thomas has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ketchel Law.
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 12 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Drug Crimes · DUI/DWI
- Handles Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Thomas M. McKinley: Thomas M. McKinley is a senior attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI. Thomas has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ketchel Law.
Areas of practice
Thomas's practice areas in Pittsburgh
Thomas concentrates on criminal defense, drug crimes, dui/dwi, federal crimes, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Drug Crimes
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DUI/DWI
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Federal Crimes
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Criminal Defense cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Thomas takes criminal defense matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.
Drug Crimes cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Thomas takes drug crimes matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Thomas takes dui/dwi matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.
Federal Crimes cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Thomas takes federal crimes matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.
General cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Thomas takes general matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Thomas M. McKinley, criminal defense attorney serving Pittsburgh
Thomas M. McKinley is a senior attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI. Thomas has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ketchel Law. Thomas works from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and takes on criminal defense matters across the region.
Thomas M. McKinley has been an associate attorney with Ketchel Law since March of 2015. During that time, Attorney McKinley has successfully litigated a number of criminal matters. He has represented hundreds of clients and has handled a wide variety of criminal cases, including trying both jury and non-jury trials to successful not guilty verdicts.
Attorney McKinley is a Pittsburgh native and has lived in the Pittsburgh area for all of his life. He received his undergraduate degree and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh.
Prior to joining Ketchel Law, Attorney McKinley worked as a certified legal intern at Neighborhood Legal Services Association where he also represented hundreds of clients in Court.
Attorney McKinley is a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association and is licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and in the United States Western District Court of Pennsylvania.
Thomas's approach to criminal defense cases
Thomas M. McKinley has been an associate attorney with Ketchel Law since March of 2015. During that time, Attorney McKinley has successfully litigated a number of criminal matters. He has represented hundreds of clients and has handled a wide variety of criminal cases, including trying both jury and non-jury trials to successful not guilty verdicts. Attorney McKinley is a Pittsburgh native and…
The kind of cases Thomas takes
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, drug crimes, and dui/dwi matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Thomas studied and practices
University of Pittsburgh J.D.
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Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania United
2014 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at — in University of Pittsburgh J.D..
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed — in University of Pittsburgh J.D.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Thomas's professional memberships and bar associations
Allegheny County Bar Association
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Locations
Thomas M. McKinley's office in Pittsburgh
Thomas's primary office is at Law & Finance Building, 429 4th Avenue, Suite 1600, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ketchel Law
Law & Finance Building, 429 4th Avenue, Suite 1600
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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How to hire Thomas M. McKinley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Thomas
Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas M. McKinley
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Thomas is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Thomas will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Thomas?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Thomas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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