William Grant Braught, Criminal Defense Attorney in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Divorce, and DUI/DWI
MemberatCrystle, Allen & Braught
Lancaster, PA
Practicing criminal defense in Lancaster since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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William Grant Braught is a member based in Lancaster, PA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Divorce, and DUI/DWI. William has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Crystle, Allen & Braught.
- Based in
- Lancaster, PA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Divorce · DUI/DWI
- Handles Criminal Defense, Divorce, and DUI/DWI matters from Lancaster, PA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About William Grant Braught: William Grant Braught is a member based in Lancaster, PA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Divorce, and DUI/DWI. William has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Crystle, Allen & Braught.
Areas of practice
William's practice areas in Lancaster
William concentrates on criminal defense, divorce, dui/dwi, immigration, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Divorce
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DUI/DWI
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Immigration
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Personal Injury
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POA
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Workers Comp
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Criminal Defense cases in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
William takes criminal defense matters in Lancaster, 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 William agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
William takes divorce matters in Lancaster, 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 William agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
William takes dui/dwi matters in Lancaster, 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 William agrees to represent you.
Immigration cases in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
William takes immigration matters in Lancaster, 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 William agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
William takes personal injury matters in Lancaster, 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 William agrees to represent you.
Biography
William Grant Braught, criminal defense attorney serving Lancaster
William Grant Braught is a member based in Lancaster, PA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Divorce, and DUI/DWI. William has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Crystle, Allen & Braught. William works from Lancaster, Pennsylvania and takes on criminal defense matters across the region.
Mr. William Grant Braught is a lawyer practicing criminal law, immigration, wills & living wills and 4 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years. William practices at Crystle, Allen & Braught in Lancaster, PA.
Working with William on a criminal defense matter
Mr. William Grant Braught is a lawyer practicing criminal law, immigration, wills & living wills and 4 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years. William practices at Crystle, Allen & Braught in Lancaster, PA.
Who William represents
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, divorce, and dui/dwi matters in Lancaster and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where William studied and practices
Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
J.D. · 1992
University of Connecticut
B.A. · 1986
Jurisdictions
William's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1992 · ACTIVE
William studied at J.D. in Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University and B.A. in University of Connecticut.
Law school and academic background
William completed J.D. in Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University and B.A. in University of Connecticut. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
William's professional memberships and bar associations
Pennsylvania Bar Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Locations
William Grant Braught's office in Lancaster
William's primary office is at 143 N. Duke St., Lancaster, PA, 17602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire William Grant Braught — 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 William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Lancaster, 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 William
William 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
William'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 William Grant Braught
How much does it cost to hire William for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check William'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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Lancaster?
William 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 — William 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 William?
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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
William'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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