What We Do – Core Practice Areas
Explore our core practice areas, including divorce, custody, DUI defense, criminal charges, and more. Serving Blair, Bedford, and Cambria counties with trusted legal representation.
Trusted Legal Representation for Life’s Most Serious Challenges
At Mark Zearfaus Law Offices, we provide aggressive, results-driven legal representation across criminal law and family law, serving clients in Blair, Bedford, and Cambria counties, including Altoona, Bedford, and Johnstown. Whether you are navigating a high-conflict divorce or facing serious criminal charges, we deliver experienced, hands-on legal advocacy focused on protecting your rights, your record, and your future.
Our criminal defense practice includes representation for clients accused of DUI, drug offenses, domestic violence, retail theft, fraud, property crimes, and animal cruelty. We understand the impact a criminal charge can have on your life—your job, your reputation, and your family—and we work tirelessly to challenge the evidence, expose procedural errors, and negotiate the best possible outcome. Attorney Mark Zearfaus brings decades of courtroom experience, including his background as a former public defender, to every case.
In family law, we focus on divorce and child custody representation. We understand that legal disputes involving your children, home, and financial future are deeply personal and often emotionally charged. We work closely with clients to resolve custody arrangements, support disputes, and property division issues with clarity and strength. Whether your situation requires tough negotiation or courtroom litigation, we’re committed to achieving lasting results that protect your long-term interests.
Why Choose Us?
We are available 24/7 to take your call, respond to urgent legal issues, and guide you through every step of your case. With a reputation built on direct communication, aggressive advocacy, and local courtroom experience, Mark Zearfaus Law Offices is the firm people trust when the stakes are high.
Criminal Law
🔴 Criminal Law
When you're facing criminal charges, your freedom, livelihood, and reputation are at stake. Attorney Mark Zearfaus brings over two decades of criminal defense experience—starting as a public defender and now defending clients in state and local courts across Central Pennsylvania. We take swift, strategic action to challenge charges, suppress evidence, and build the strongest defense possible.
➤ Animal Cruelty Defense
Facing allegations of animal abuse or neglect? These charges are emotionally charged and can carry both criminal penalties and public fallout. We provide strong, discreet defense strategies to protect your rights while managing public perception and legal exposure.
➤ Domestic Violence Defense
Domestic violence accusations can lead to immediate arrest, protection orders, and long-term consequences. We defend against false or exaggerated claims and help you fight for your freedom and your family relationships.
➤ Drug Crime Defense
From simple possession to intent to distribute, drug charges in Pennsylvania carry serious penalties. We challenge search-and-seizure procedures, unlawful arrests, and weak evidence to defend your future.
➤ DUI Defense
If you’ve been charged with DUI, you could face license suspension, heavy fines, and even jail time. Mark Zearfaus defends first-time and repeat DUI offenders and helps navigate PennDOT license hearings, ARD eligibility, and trial strategy.
➤ Theft, Fraud & Property Crimes
We defend clients against retail theft, burglary, credit card fraud, vandalism, and other property-related charges. Whether it’s a misdemeanor or felony, our goal is to keep your record clean and minimize penalties.
Family Law
🔴 Family Law
Legal issues involving family are deeply personal and often high-stakes. We represent individuals going through divorce, child custody disputes, and other family law matters, providing assertive representation and practical solutions.
➤ Custody & Parental Rights
We help parents fight for custody arrangements that serve the child’s best interests. Whether you’re seeking sole custody, joint custody, or defending against unfair allegations, we work to preserve your parental rights and secure a stable future for your child.
➤ Divorce Representation
Divorce is never easy—but with the right legal guidance, it doesn’t have to destroy your life. We handle contested and uncontested divorces, property division, spousal support, and post-decree modifications with strategy and compassion.
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