About Amato Sanita, Esq.
Attorney Amato Sanita is the founding partner of SKA Law Group, a full-service criminal defense firm based in Philadelphia and serving clients across Pennsylvania. With nearly 30 years of practice, Amato Sanita has defended thousands of individuals in serious criminal matters—from drug offenses and DUIs to weapons charges, white-collar investigations, and federal proceedings.
Early in his career, Lawyer Amato Sanita sharpened his litigation skills through roles at large Philadelphia law firms where he represented clients in both criminal and immigration-detention contexts. That layered background now allows him to navigate complex courtroom situations and devise effective defense strategies that many less-experienced attorneys cannot match.
Amato Sanita | Experience & Legal Focus
Throughout his career, Amato Sanita has built a track record that spans:
- Representation in major criminal matters including DUI, drug distribution, firearm offenses, assault, robbery, sex crimes, probation violations, and federal charges.
- Service across a wide geographic region: Philadelphia County, Bucks County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, Chester County, and other Pennsylvania jurisdictions.
- A hands-on, aggressive courtroom style focused on protecting clients’ freedom and futures. Sanita holds to a principle that “every case—no matter how big or small—deserves full preparation, deep research and strong advocacy.”
Amato Sanita | Recognition & Professional Memberships
Amato Sanita is widely respected in legal circles. His accolades include:
- Membership in the **National Association of Distinguished Counsel – Top 1 % of Trial Lawyers.
- Recognized by **Super Lawyers (years 2022-2025) for excellence in criminal defense.
- An AVVO rating of 10/10 with multiple client choice honors.
- Founding member and Treasurer at the Philadelphia Criminal Inn of Court; active in the Philadelphia Bar Association and Order Sons of Italy in America (OSIA).
Leadership at SKA Law Group
As a founding partner of SKA Law Group, Amato Sanita has built a cohesive defense team with deep talent, including:
- Michael N. Kotik, Esq. – Co-Founder with more than 15 years of experience in felony defense
- William A. Weiss, Esq. – Veteran trial attorney with decades of courtroom experience
- William Burrows, Esq. – Former prosecutor turned defense attorney
Under Sanita’s leadership, SKA Law Group combines decades of collective experience, prosecutorial insight, trial strategy, and a client-first mindset. This powerhouse team ensures that anyone under their representation is backed not just by one lawyer—but by a full-fledged defense force.
Defense Philosophy
Amato Sanita believes in:
- Direct and ongoing communication with clients
- Strategic planning tailored to the unique facts of each case
- Vigorous defense from the first appearance through trial if necessary
- Treating every case with the same level of focus, whether it’s a first-offense DUI or a high-stakes felony
His principle: “A client with a small criminal matter is just as important as a client with a more complex criminal matter.”
Service Areas & Courts
Amato Sanita represents clients across multiple counties in Pennsylvania, including:
- Philadelphia
- Bucks County
- Montgomery County
- Delaware County
He regularly appears before the Court of Common Pleas and Magisterial District Courts in Montgomery County—and handles federal matters in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.