About Francis Law
Meet the Attorneys at Francis Law
Local Attorneys Serving Northeastern Pennsylvania
When people search for a lawyer, they want more than a name on a website. They want to know who will actually handle the case, what experience that attorney brings, and whether the lawyer understands the local courts and community.
Francis Law is built around direct attorney access, local roots, and practical courtroom experience. From personal injury and medical malpractice claims to DUI and criminal defense matters, clients work with attorneys who know northeastern Pennsylvania and bring distinct backgrounds to every case.
The firm serves clients across South Abington, Scranton, Clarks Summit, Dunmore, Wilkes-Barre, Stroudsburg, Susquehanna County, and surrounding Pennsylvania communities.
Our Mission:
Our mission is to give people clear, reliable legal direction when decisions feel urgent and the outcome matters.
Christian W. Francis
Founding Attorney | Trial Lawyer for Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, and Civil Litigation
Christian W. Francis is the founding attorney of Francis Law and a trial lawyer serving clients throughout northeastern Pennsylvania and across the state. His practice focuses on representing individuals and small businesses in personal injury, medical malpractice, civil litigation, and criminal defense matters.
In his civil practice, Christian handles car accidents, tractor trailer collisions, slip and fall claims, product liability lawsuits, and complex medical malpractice litigation. He also represents individuals facing misdemeanor and felony criminal charges, including DUI cases, in both Pennsylvania state courts and federal courts. Over the course of his career, Christian has successfully handled trials and appeals before the Pennsylvania Superior Court on behalf of both civil and criminal clients.
Before founding Francis Law, Christian worked for prominent civil litigation and defense firms representing insurance companies, hospitals, and a multinational transportation company in high-stakes litigation matters. That experience gave him direct insight into how large organizations evaluate, defend, and negotiate claims. Today, he applies that defense-side perspective to help injured individuals and families pursue stronger cases against insurers and corporate defendants.
Christian completed his undergraduate studies at Pennsylvania State University and earned his law degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. During law school, he clerked for a United States District Judge in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania and worked with several respected litigation firms in Pittsburgh.
Christian is admitted to practice before all Pennsylvania state courts as well as the United States District Courts for the Middle and Eastern Districts of Pennsylvania.
Born and raised in northeastern Pennsylvania, Christian lives in South Abington with his wife and three children. His local roots and direct approach to client communication continue to shape the firm’s focus on practical guidance, responsiveness, and clear next steps during difficult legal situations.
Christian has also been recognized through Super Lawyers Rising Stars selections and maintains Active attorney status in Pennsylvania.
Practice Focus:
- Personal Injury
- Car Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Slip and Fall / Premises Liability
- Medical Malpractice
- Product Liability
- Workers’ Compensation
- Dog Bite Claims
- DUI Defense
- Criminal Defense
Kyle Scanlon
Criminal Defense and DUI Defense Attorney | Former Prosecutor and Trial Lawyer
Attorney Kyle Scanlon is a seasoned prosecutor and trial attorney with deep roots in northeastern Pennsylvania. Raised in Minooka, Pennsylvania, Kyle brings a strong connection to the local community and a practical, results-driven approach to criminal defense and DUI representation.
Kyle earned his undergraduate degree from Temple University before obtaining his Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2012. After law school, he served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Trish Corbett, where he gained firsthand insight into courtroom procedure, judicial decision-making, and litigation strategy.
Kyle later served as an Assistant District Attorney in Luzerne County before becoming a Deputy Assistant District Attorney in Lackawanna County, where he led the Motor Vehicle and DUI Unit. In that role, he handled a high volume of DUI and criminal matters and developed a reputation for detailed preparation, strong courtroom advocacy, and strategic case management.
Over the course of his prosecutorial career, Kyle handled a broad range of criminal matters, from summary offenses and misdemeanor charges to serious felony cases, including homicide prosecutions. He successfully secured multiple First-Degree Murder convictions, reflecting his ability to manage complex, high-stakes litigation and trial work.
Today, Kyle uses that prosecution-side experience to defend individuals facing DUI charges, assault allegations, drug offenses, motor vehicle charges, and felony criminal cases throughout northeastern Pennsylvania. His background gives clients insight into how criminal cases are investigated, charged, negotiated, and tried from both sides of the courtroom.
Clients working with Kyle often want straightforward answers about what happens next, how serious the charges may be, and what options are available. His approach focuses on preparation, communication, and helping clients avoid preventable mistakes early in the process.
Raised in northeastern Pennsylvania and now living in Dunmore with his wife and two children, Kyle continues to serve clients throughout Scranton, South Abington, Wilkes-Barre, Lackawanna County, Luzerne County, and surrounding NEPA communities.
Practice Focus:
- Personal Injury Litigation
- DUI Defense
- Criminal Defense
- Assault and Harassment Charges
- Drug Charges
- Misdemeanor and Felony Defense
- Motor Vehicle Offenses
What You Can Expect From Us Every Day
Clear Communication
You’re never left guessing about your case or next step. Every update and recommendation is explained in plain terms so you can make informed decisions.
Direct Attorney Access
Instead of navigating layers of staff, you communicate directly with your attorney. This keeps your case moving and ensures your concerns are addressed quickly.
Verified Credentials
You can confirm licensure, status, and recognitions through public records and trusted platforms. That transparency removes uncertainty and builds confidence from the start.
Focused Legal Strategy
Every case is approached with a clear plan, whether it involves investigation, negotiation, or preparing for court. You understand what’s happening and why at each stage.
Two Distinct Backgrounds. One Stronger Team.
Every case requires a different strategy. Some clients need a lawyer who understands how insurers and hospitals defend injury claims. Others need someone with firsthand prosecution and courtroom experience in criminal and DUI matters.
Francis Law combines both perspectives under one local firm.
- Former defense-side litigation insight applied to injury and medical malpractice claims.
- Former prosecution experience in DUI and serious criminal cases.
- Trial and appellate experience across Pennsylvania courts.
- Local attorneys with deep roots in northeastern Pennsylvania.
- Direct communication and practical guidance from the start.
This combination allows Francis Law to help clients approach legal problems with preparation, clarity, and a stronger understanding of what may happen next.
How Your Case Is Handled From Start to Finish
When you reach out, the goal is to move from uncertainty to clarity as quickly as possible. Francis Law follows a structured process that helps you understand your options and take action without delay.
Initial Consultation
You explain your situation and get clear feedback on your options and next steps.
Case Evaluation & Strategy
Facts are reviewed, evidence is identified, and a plan is developed based on your specific situation.
Action & Representation
Whether negotiating or preparing for court, your case is handled with a focus on progress and resolution.
Ongoing Communication
You receive updates and guidance so you always know where your case stands.
Speak With a Francis Law Attorney Today
Whether you are dealing with an injury claim, DUI charge, or criminal case, choosing the right attorney starts with understanding who will represent you and what experience they bring to the case.
Francis Law provides direct access to local attorneys serving clients throughout South Abington, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Stroudsburg, Susquehanna County, and surrounding Pennsylvania communities.
