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 | Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer & Criminal Defense Attorney
Christian W. Francis is the founding attorney of Francis Law and an experienced trial lawyer representing clients throughout Scranton, Lackawanna County, northeastern Pennsylvania, and across Pennsylvania. His practice focuses on personal injury, car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful injury claims, DUI defense, criminal defense, and civil litigation.
As a Pennsylvania personal injury lawyer, Christian represents people injured in car accidents, truck and tractor-trailer accidents, slip and fall accidents, dangerous property conditions, defective product cases, and medical malpractice claims. He handles cases involving serious injuries and works to hold insurance companies, businesses, healthcare providers, and other responsible parties accountable for the harm they cause.
Christian also represents clients facing criminal charges and DUI offenses throughout northeastern Pennsylvania. His criminal defense practice includes misdemeanor and felony charges, DUI cases, and other serious criminal matters in Pennsylvania state courts and federal court. He has handled trials, contested hearings, 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, where he represented insurance companies, hospitals, and a multinational transportation company in significant litigation matters. His experience defending insurers and major organizations gives him valuable insight into how insurance companies and corporate defendants investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and defend personal injury claims. Today, he uses that defense-side experience to build stronger cases for injured clients and their families.
Christian earned his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University and his law degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. While attending 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 respected Pittsburgh litigation firms.
Christian is admitted to practice before all Pennsylvania state courts and the United States District Courts for the Middle and Eastern Districts of Pennsylvania. His experience includes personal injury litigation, medical malpractice cases, criminal defense, DUI defense, civil litigation, trials, and appellate matters.
Raised in northeastern Pennsylvania, Christian has deep ties to the communities Francis Law serves. He lives in South Abington with his wife and three children. His local background and direct approach to client communication shape the firm's commitment to providing practical legal guidance, responsive service, and clear next steps for people dealing with serious injuries or criminal charges.
Christian has also been selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars 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
Attorney | Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer & Criminal Defense Attorney
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, DUI representation, and high stakes personal injury matters.
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. He also utilizes his aggressive litigation skills to represent injured clients in their personal injury cases to help secure them the best possible outcomes.
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.
