Sebald, Hackwelder & Knox

About the Attorney

Sebald, Hackwelder & Knox are renowned criminal defense attorneys in Erie, Pennsylvania, specializing in a range of legal services including criminal defense, divorce, elder law, estate planning, family law, personal injury, and real estate law. With years of experience and a proven track record of success, the team at Sebald, Hackwelder & Knox are dedicated to providing top-notch legal representation for their clients. Whether you are facing criminal charges, going through a divorce, or need assistance with estate planning, Sebald, Hackwelder & Knox have the knowledge and expertise to guide you through the legal process. Contact them today for a consultation and see why they are considered the best criminal defense attorneys in Erie, PA.

Practice Areas

Criminal justice attorney Divorce lawyer Estate planning attorney Family law attorney Personal injury attorney Real estate attorney

Client Reviews

Tammy Ames
6/16/2026
				The best staff! New, gorgeous location. They are extremely knowledgeable and their experience counts when you need it most,
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Alicia Tate
6/11/2026
				I can’t thank my family lawyer Eric Hackwelder enough for the incredible work he did for my father. He’s always professional, knowledgeable, and fought hard every step of the way. Thanks to his dedication and expertise, my father received a much lower sentence than we ever expected. He truly cared about our family and delivered outstanding results. I highly recommend him to anyone needing a lawyer who will go above and beyond, ERIC HACKWELDER IS THE BEST
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Cara Herbstritt
6/09/2026
				We worked with Sebald, Hackwelder & Knox to navigate an ownership transfer for our business, and the experience was outstanding. Their team was knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and kept the process moving efficiently from start to finish. What could have been a complex and stressful transition was handled with professionalism and care. We are grateful for their guidance.
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Steven Chrispen
6/01/2026
				Katie was my attorney during the process of going to custody conciliation conference court for custody of my children. She was extremely knowledgeable and familiar with the system and knew how to navigate through it and answered all my questions clearly and help me get a better understanding of how the system operates as well. I am so glad that I use her services and would highly recommend. Thank you again Katie!! Sincerely Steve of Erie, Pa
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Cyann Cicconi
5/27/2026
				I worked with Justin Smith and am incredibly grateful for his efficiency, dedication, and hard work throughout my case. Thanks to his knowledge and commitment, the outcome exceeded my expectations, and I could not be more pleased with the representation I received.



I highly recommend this firm to anyone in need of defense attorneys. The office staff was always polite and responsive, the facility was welcoming and professional, and the rates were very reasonable for the quality of service provided. If you are looking for strong legal representation, this firm is an excellent place to start.
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