About Lawyer Amato Sanita
Attorney Amato Sanita is the founding and managing partner of SKA Law Group, LLC — a criminal defense firm with a strong presence in Bucks County and throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania. With nearly 30 years of legal experience, Amato Sanita is known for his relentless advocacy, deep legal knowledge, and proven results in the courtroom.
Over the course of his career, Lawyer Amato Sanita has defended thousands of individuals facing serious criminal charges — including DUI, drug offenses, theft, violent crimes, sex crimes, weapons violations, federal investigations, and probation violations. He brings a strategic and aggressive approach to each case, grounded in preparation and a commitment to protecting his clients’ rights.
Licensed to practice in both Pennsylvania and Connecticut, and admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Amato Sanita has handled over 10,000 criminal matters — more than 8,000 of which were DUI-related. His experience spans from minor offenses to complex felony trials, always with a focus on achieving dismissals, acquittals, or favorable plea agreements.
Though based in Philadelphia, Attorney Sanita and his team regularly represent clients throughout Bucks County, including Doylestown, Bensalem, Bristol, Warminster, and surrounding communities. The firm has earned a strong reputation in the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas for its courtroom skill and deep understanding of the local criminal justice system.
Mr. Sanita has successfully defended clients facing a wide range of charges, including:
- DUI and vehicular offenses
- Drug possession and intent to deliver
- Assault and violent crimes
- Sex crime allegations
- White-collar and federal crimes
- Probation and parole violations
Education and Background
- Fordham University, B.A. in Political Science (1993), minor in History
- Western New England University School of Law, J.D. (1996)
- Former public defender with the Defender Association of Philadelphia
- Former partner at two Center City law firms
Attorney Sanita’s early years as a public defender gave him a solid foundation in courtroom litigation — an experience that continues to inform his client-first defense strategies today.
Professional Recognition
- Super Lawyers (2022–2025)
- Rising Star (2010–2011)
- Nation’s Top 1% of Trial Lawyers, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
- Avvo 10.0 Rating and multiple Client Choice Awards
- Founding Member & Treasurer, Philadelphia Criminal Inn of Court
- Active with the Philadelphia Bar Association, Order Sons of Italy in America (OSIA), and X-Philly Defenders Alumni Association
Attorney Amato Sanita has been featured in both local and national media for his courtroom victories and legal insights. Whether you’re facing your first offense or a serious felony charge in Bucks County, he provides the same level of dedication to every case.
“Every case — no matter how big or small — deserves full preparation, deep research, and aggressive defense. I treat every client’s situation like I would my own.”
— Amato Sanita, Esq.
Serving Clients Throughout Bucks County
His in-depth understanding of local court procedure, prosecutorial tendencies, and jury behavior in these regions allows him to tailor defenses that resonate in Bucks County courtrooms.
Lawyer Amato Sanita appears frequently before Bucks County Court of Common Pleas and Magisterial District Courts in:
- Doylestown
- Bristol
- Bensalem
- Warminster
- Levittown