Delaware County Criminal Defense Lawyer
Attorney William Burrows provides experienced Delaware County criminal defense representation. With a background as a former Assistant District Attorney, Attorney Burrows brings prosecutorial insight, courtroom experience, and a strategic approach to defending clients charged with misdemeanors, felonies, and violations.
Facing criminal charges in Delaware County can place your freedom, reputation, and future at risk. Whether you are under investigation, have been arrested, or are facing trial, the outcome of your case depends heavily on the defense strategy used from the very beginning.
Criminal Defense Representation Throughout Delaware County
Criminal cases in Delaware County move quickly and involve multiple courts, procedures, and prosecutorial decisions. Attorney Burrows represents clients at every stage of the process, including:
- Investigations and pre-arrest representation
- Magisterial District Court proceedings
- Preliminary hearings and bail determinations
- Trial and sentencing in the Court of Common Pleas
- Probation, parole, and violation hearings
Learn how cases move through the Delaware County Courts
Criminal Charges Defended in Delaware County
Attorney William Burrows defends clients against a full range of Pennsylvania criminal offenses. These cases are handled through strategic motion practice, negotiation, and trial advocacy when necessary.
Criminal charges defended include those listed below:
- Assault charges
- Drug charges
- DUI charges
- Firearms and dangerous weapons charges
- Fraud and forgery charges
- Harassment and disorderly conduct charges
- Homicide-related charges
- Kidnapping and unlawful restraint charges
- Property crimes
- Sexual offenses
Each charge carries unique legal elements and penalties, requiring a defense strategy tailored to the facts of the case and the court involved.
Violations Defense in Delaware County
In addition to new criminal charges, Attorney Burrows represents individuals accused of violating court orders or supervision terms. Violations can result in immediate incarceration and extended penalties.
Violations defended include:
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A Strategic Approach to Criminal Defense
Attorney William Burrows approaches every case with preparation, clarity, and honesty. Drawing on his experience as a former prosecutor, he understands how the Commonwealth builds cases and where defenses are most effective.
His approach emphasizes:
- Early intervention and evidence review
- Challenging unlawful searches, seizures, and arrests
- Identifying weaknesses in the prosecution’s case
- Strategic negotiation when appropriate
- Trial readiness for serious or contested cases
This approach is applied consistently across all Delaware County courts.
Local Knowledge of Delaware County Courts
Criminal cases in Delaware County are heard in both Magisterial District Courts and the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas. Attorney Burrows regularly appears in both court systems and understands how local procedures and expectations affect case outcomes.
Learn more about where cases are handled in the Delaware County Courts
Delaware County Criminal Defense by Location
Attorney William Burrows represents clients throughout Delaware County. Below are the communities served, with dedicated criminal defense pages tailored to each area.
Local Criminal Defense Service Areas
The firm provides criminal defense representation in:
- Aldan, Folcroft, and Darby Township Criminal Defense
- Aston, Chester, and Upper Chichester Township Criminal Defense
- Bethel, Chadds Ford, Concord, and Thornbury Township Criminal Defense
- Brookhaven, Parkside, Rose Valley, and Upland Criminal Defense
- Chester City Criminal Defense
- Clifton Heights Borough and Upper Darby Township Criminal Defense
- Collingdale Borough Criminal Defense
- Collingdale, Glenolden, and Norwood Boroughs Criminal Defense
- Colwyn, Darby, and Sharon Hill Borough Criminal Defense
- East Lansdowne Borough and Upper Darby Township Criminal Defense
- Eddystone and Rutledge Boroughs Criminal Defense
- Edgmont and Middletown Township Criminal Defense
- Haverford and Upper Darby Township Criminal Defense
- Lansdowne and Yeadon Boroughs Criminal Defense
- Marple and Newtown Criminal Defense
- Media and Swarthmore Boroughs Criminal Defense
- Millbourne Borough and Upper Darby Township Criminal Defense
- Prospect Park, Ridley Park, and Tinicum Township Criminal Defense
- Radnor Township Criminal Defense
- Springfield and Upper Darby Township Criminal Defense
- Springfield Township Criminal Defense
- Upper and Lower Chichester Township Criminal Defense
- Upper Providence Township Criminal Defense
Each location page addresses local courts, procedures, and criminal defense considerations specific to that community.
Delaware County Criminal Defense Backed by Experience
Attorney William Burrows’ affiliation with SKA Law Group LLC provides clients with the resources of a statewide criminal defense firm while maintaining a local focus in Delaware County. His experience as a prosecutor and defense attorney allows him to provide informed guidance in even the most complex cases.
Whether you are facing a misdemeanor, felony, or violation, having experienced representation early in the process can make a significant difference.
Speak With a Delaware County Criminal Defense Lawyer
If you are facing criminal charges or violations in Delaware County, Attorney William Burrows is prepared to defend your rights and guide you through the legal process with clarity and confidence.

