Gerard Michael Karam
Stevens & Lee • Scranton, PA
Criminal DefenseFalse Claims ActGeneral PracticeHealthcareInvestigations
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Contact
Email
gerard.karam@stevenslee.com
Phone
(570) 282-9971
Address
425 Biden Street, Scranton, PA, 18503, US
Professional
About
Gerard Michael Karam is the Co-Chair of the White Collar Defense and Investigations Group at Stevens & Lee, located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. With extensive experience as both a private and government litigator, he adeptly represents individuals and corporations in complex civil and criminal matters. As a former U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, Mr. Karam possesses a profound understanding of legal strategy, particularly in areas such as internal corporate investigations, civil enforcement actions, regulatory compliance, and commercial litigation. He has effectively managed a variety of cases involving tax issues, healthcare fraud, business compliance, and the False Claims Act. During his tenure as U.S. Attorney, Mr. Karam spearheaded significant investigations and prosecutions related to healthcare fraud, tax evasion, bank fraud, and wire fraud, while also defending the United States in medical malpractice cases. He was instrumental in establishing the Middle District's first E-Litigation Unit, Civil Rights Unit, and Appellate Division, and served on the Attorney General’s Advisory Subcommittees on White Collar Crime, Civil Rights, and Controlled Substances. Before his appointment as U.S. Attorney, Mr. Karam was a distinguished litigator in private practice, successfully trying numerous cases across various legal disciplines. He has held key positions, including General Counsel to the Housing Authority of Lackawanna County and Chief Public Defender in Lackawanna County. A committed community leader, Mr. Karam serves on multiple boards, including the Boys and Girls Club of Northeastern Pennsylvania, where he has been president since 2017. He is actively involved in numerous legal associations and has previously held leadership roles in various educational and charitable organizations.
About Criminal Defense Law
Criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of crimes, protecting their constitutional rights throughout the legal process. They work to achieve the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial. Common matters include dui/dwi, drug charges, assault, theft.
Credentials
Education
1987 Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University JD - Juris Doctor 1984 St. Joseph's University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2018 Exemplary Service Award, Lackawanna Bar Association 2012 Champion of Youth, Northeastern PA Boys and Girls Clubs 2011 AV Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell N/A Invited Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum N/A Honor Roll, Lackawanna Pro Bono Inc.
Publications
2007 NEPA Magazine Tort Law 2007 Pennsylvania Criminal Law Update Pennsylvania Criminal Law Update 2007 NEPA Today Insurance Contracts 1996 Lackawanna County Bench Bar Family Law Update 1994 Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Municipal and Officer Liability in Police Car Chases
Associations
1987 - Present Lackawanna Bar Association Member Pennsylvania Bar Association Member Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Member Northeastern Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Member Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Member
Speaking
2011 Seminar Bridge the Gap 2010 The Commonwealth Medical College The Physician as a Witness 2010 LBA Seminar Lackawanna Legal Legends 2010 Lackawanna Bar Association Law Day Clarence Darrow and the Search for Justice 2007 Lackawanna County Bench Bar Conference Pennsylvania Criminal Law Update
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Updated: Jul 15, 2026