Top Family Lawyers in philadelphia | 26 available

26 Family lawyers are available in philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including Adam M. Horwitz, Andrew G. Gay, Ann G. Verber, and Catherine M. McFadden. These lawyers are rated between 4.2/5 to 4.6/5 and 57% provide free consultation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Adam M. Horwitz

Firm: Elaine Smith
Academy House   110 , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19102
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Divorce,Domestic Partnership,Family
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“I can't say enough positive things about Adam Horwitz. I've been on the receiving end of child support and custody issues for over 10 years now, so I'...”
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“I couldn’t be happier with the exceptional service I received from Adam. Unlike other attorneys I’ve worked with in the past, Adam was straightforward, level-headed, and always kep…”
— Majesta Bautista
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Jennifer Brandt

Firm: COZEN O'CONNOR
1650 Market Street. , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19103
Practice Areas: Family , Family
I am a Shareholder and Chair of the Family Law Group at Cozen O'Connor which ranks among the top 100 law firms in the Country.  My practice includes all aspects of family law including divorce, custody, support, alimony, and adoption matters in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.  In addition to family law litigation, I also negotiate prenuptial, post-nuptial and cohabitation agreements.  Further, I mediate and arbitrate family law cases.. I have represented a wide variety of clients in hundreds of family law cases throughout my career.  In Pennsylvania, I represent clients in all local counties including Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester, Delaware, Bucks and Berks as well as others.  In New Jersey, I assist parties throughout the State including Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Mercer, Atlantic and Cape May counties as well as others.. I am a regular legal commentator on national and local television networks including Court TV, CNN, Fox News Network, MSNBC, Fox 29, 6 ABC, NBC 10 and CBS 3. I am a weekly guest on CourtTV, and I have appeared on the Today Show, World News Tonight and the O'Reilly Factor among other shows.. I am currently the Chair-Elect of the American Bar Association Family Law Section which has about 9000 members and whose mission includes to be the pre-eminent voice on family law issues. I also contribute articles to various publications and websites including USA Today, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Main Line Magazine, Blogher, and The Huffington Post.  I write my own blog, Family Law Focus, where I comment and offer insight on topical issues in family law.  I also post monthly on the Martindale-Avvo blog (www.martindale-avvo.com/blog).. I am frequently asked to speak on family law issues.  I have presented for the ABA Family Law Section, the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section, Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants and other national, regional and local professional organizations.
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“er to pivot with grace and exacting force. She’s incredible.”
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“Simply said, Jennifer is an outstanding family law attorney. Highly recommended!”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Michael A. Berman

Firm: Law Office of Michael A. Berman
219 Race Street   B , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19106
Practice Areas: Animal Bites,Automobile Accidents,Business & Commercial,Business Formation,Business ,Civil Rights,Collections,Corporate ,Criminal Defense ,Discrimination,Divorce,Drug Crimes,DUI/DWI,Employment & Labor ,Family ,Felonies,Immigration & Naturalization ,Juvenile ,Pension and Profit Sharing Plans,Personal Injury,Police Misconduct,Products Liability,Professional Malpractice,Real Estate ,Retirement Benefits,Slip and Fall,Taxation - State & Federal,Traffic Violations,Trusts,Wills,Workers Compensation
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“I've been a client of Mike's for years and he has helped me with a lot of different issues. He is a very smart lawyer who I can easily recommend.”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Melinda Previtera

Firm: Petrelli Previtera, LLC
1845 Walnut Street, 19th Floor , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19103
Practice Areas: Family
Building great relationships with clients is the cornerstone to Melinda Previtera’s successful practice as a divorce attorney. Her passion and experience allow her to tackle the most complicated cases with the confidence and knowledge needed to obtain the best outcomes for her clients. A partner of Petrelli Previtera, Melinda acts as a mentor for the firm’s associates.. In addition to divorce, Melinda represents clients in all areas of family law, including child support, custody, legal separation, and domestic violence law.. To Melinda, offering top-notch experience, education and above-and-beyond legal work is just the beginning. “We know the right people; we know the key players, the judges, adversaries, opposing counsel,” she explains in this video. “We know how to speak the language and get you the best results.”. While earning her law degree from Rutgers School of Law, Melinda received a certification in mediation. She also conducted research in child advocacy rights and completed a domestic violence clinic. She earned dual bachelor’s degrees, cum laude, from Dickinson College.. Melinda is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Prior to moving to private practice, she served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable James P. Savio in the family division. After working at Petrelli Law as an associate, Melinda joined the firm as a partner in 2017.
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“ince moving forward. I highly recommend Melinda.”
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“I highly endorse Melinda for your family law matters. She is a knowledgeable, capable and strong advocate for any family law case. She will exceed your expectations and deliver qua…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Maria Testa

Firm: Testa & Pagnanelli, LLC
1515 Market Street , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19102
Practice Areas: Family
As a member of the Pennsylvania Bar, founding Attorney Maria N. Testa has dedicated her practice to resolving family law matters. A skilled litigator, Maria is known for her tenacity and effectiveness in the courtroom. Additionally, she is well known by judges and practitioners alike for her practical approach to negotiating and litigating family law matters. She is strongly committed to providing pro bono legal services to her disabled and low-income clients who are in critical need of legal help. Maria is a member of the Bar Association, the Pennsylvania Bar Association, and the Philadelphia Bar Association.
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“Maria is trauma informed and made me feel at ease during the most tenuous times. I work in the field”
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“Maria is an excellent attorney and a great asset to her clients. She is very generous with her time and extremely knowledgable. Anyone who hires Maria is making a great choice.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

K. Reiff

Firm: Petrelli Previtera, LLC
1845 Walnut Street 19th Floor , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19103
Practice Areas: Family
Alicia’s practice experience is comprised of a variety of family law matters, including high asset divorce and equitable distribution, child custody, child and spousal support, marital agreements, and protection from abuse. Her practice encompasses the counties of Montgomery, Bucks, Philadelphia, and Berks.
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“ly recommend her!!”
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“I endorse this lawyer and trust her to get results; I would not hesitate to refer my own clients to her.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Justin Soulen

Firm: Hofstein Weiner & Meyer, P.C.
1600 Market St. , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19103
Practice Areas: Family
Justin joined the domestic relations firm, Hofstein Weiner & Meyer, P.C. in 2015 and handles a wide variety of family law issues.. Justin earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison and his law degree from Villanova Law School. While in law school, Justin worked as a judicial intern for the Honorable Carolyn Tornetta Carluccio in the Court of Common Pleas of Montgomery County. Justin also clerked for Hofstein Weiner & Meyer, P.C. for a year before joining the firm as an associate in 2015.. Outside of the firm, Justin is chair of the case law committee for the Family Law Section of the Philadelphia Bar Association, a founding member of the Young Friends of Child Advocates and a member of the Doris Jonas Freed American Inn of Court. Justin has published articles in the Legal Intelligencer and the Journal for the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.
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“Justin is an exceptional lawyer. He is thorough, super responsive, and a great listener. He offers f”
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“I have had the opportunity to work with Justin both personally and professionally. As a friend, he is loyal, reliable and a person of his word. He is someone that can be trusted an…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Julie A. Auerbach

The Bellevue   6th Floor , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19102
Practice Areas: Family
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“Julie was compassionate, knowledgeable and thorough in handling my divorce. She advocated for me and because of her expertise and firm approach, I avo...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

John Brendan Elbert

Firm: John Brendan Elbert and Associates
101 North 1Fifth Street , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19102
Practice Areas: Computers and Software,Criminal Defense ,Domestic Violence,Drug Crimes,DUI/DWI,Family ,Insurance ,Municipal ,Parole and Probation,Sexual Abuse
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“Mr. Elbert is a highly skilled and experienced trial attorney. He has always been available when needed and responds in a timely fashion. He is car...”
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“Mr. Elbert is an extremely skilled professional and has an overwhelming presence in the courtroom. You can't go wrong with him and I recommend him and his firm without reservation …”
— John E
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Henry A. Gladstone

Firm: Cozen OConnor, A Professional Corporation
Market Street , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19103
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial,Business Formation,Corporate Finance,Corporate ,Family ,Mergers & Acquisitions,Professional Malpractice
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Yelp Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Andrew G. Gay

Firm: Gay Chacker and Mittin, A Professional Corporation
1731 Spring Garden Street , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19130
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Criminal Defense ,Divorce,Domestic Partnership,DUI/DWI,Family ,Personal Injury
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“For anyone out there that is looking to hire an attorney, I strongly suggest you give Andrew Gay Jr. a call. It will be the best thing that you can do...”
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“I'm Giving this Group a five star because there attentive and are able to handle any legal services that you may have and get results. Kudos to the para...”
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“Andrew provides exceptional legal service. He explains things in a manner that is easy to understand and always makes himself available. He makes sure to check in and follow up in …”
— Sam Ecker
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Faye Riva Cohen

Firm: The Law Office of Faye Riva Cohen, PC
2047 Locust Street , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19103
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Civil Rights,Debtor/Creditor,Divorce,Employment & Labor ,Estate ,Family ,Labor ,Real Estate ,Social Security Benefits & Disability
Google Review
“I needed help with an employer situation and Faye Cohen spoke to me. I explained that a previous lawyer already sent letters to my ex-employer and they refuse to respond. She said …”
— Matt Roman
Avvo Rating: Rated 2.3 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Erik B. Jensen

Firm: Erik B. Jensen, P.C.
1528 Walnut Street   1401  19 , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19102
Practice Areas: Arbitration & Mediation,Bankruptcy,Business Organizations,Contracts,Family ,Government Agencies,Immigration & Naturalization ,Social Security Benefits & Disability,Wrongful Death
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“Erik Jensen is an outstanding, competent, and knowledgeable attorney. At the last minute, I decided I needed an attorney and found his website online...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Elizabeth C. Surin

325 Chestnut Street , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19106
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor ,Family ,Immigration & Naturalization ,Labor ,Religious Institutions,Securities
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“I retained Elizabeth for a family-based petition. My petition was adjudicated in record time and with minimal interaction with the service. The fees w...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Elaine Smith

Firm: Elaine Smith
Academy House   110 , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19102
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Divorce,Domestic Partnership,Family
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“Elaine handled my case since 2007 through 2009. She did excellent job. I just came back to consult her on a different issue. My case was very co...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

David S. Rasner

Market Street , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19103
Practice Areas: Family ,General Practice
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“Nice man-- easy to be around . However, Ridiculously overpriced for services provided and result obtained. Tends to be sloppy, not read documents ...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Charles J. Meyer

Firm: Hofstein Weiner & Meyer, P.C.
Suite 2650 , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19103
Practice Areas: Family
Charles J. Meyer is the managing shareholder at Hofstein Weiner & Meyer, where he represents clients in all aspects of domestic relations law, including negotiations leading to prenuptial, postnuptial and co-habitation agreements, alimony, child support, and the investigation and litigation of the financial and economic issues related to the dissolution of marriage and co-habitations. His clients include high net worth individuals, professional athletes, entertainers and entrepreneurs.. Nationally recognized for his advocacy, Mr. Meyer is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and a Diplomate of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers. He previously served as co-chair of the National Test Committee and as President of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the AAML for 2015-16.. Mr. Meyer holds an AV rating from Martindale Hubbell and has been selected as a SuperLawyer by Law and Politics Magazine, including previously being selected as a Top 100 SuperLawyer for both Philadelphia and Pennsylvania. Mr. Meyer is one of ten family law practitioners in the Philadelphia area selected to participate in the Ten Leaders Program.. A native of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, Mr. Meyer received his Bachelor of Science, cum laude, from Temple University, and his J.D. from Temple University School of Law in 1986. Following law school, he served for many years in the District Attorney’s office in Manhattan, where he led investigations, prosecutions and trials, including multi-subject wiretap investigations. He is admitted to the Bars of New York and Pennsylvania and is an active member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, Philadelphia Bar Association and Montgomery Bar Association. Mr. Meyer previously served as a hearing officer for the Disciplinary Board of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. He was the Chair of the Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association.. He is presently a Board member of Boys Town Jerusalem for the Mid-Atlantic region.. Mr. Meyer presents lectures and authors articles on significant and cutting-edge domestic relations and related litigation issues, including as a course planner and moderator for the American Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Institute in multiple seminars.. Mr. Meyer lives in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
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“d me to concede to opposing counsel’s (Cheryl Young) demands, which appeared to be influenced by p”
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“Simply said, Charles is an outstanding family law attorney. Highly recommended!”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Catherine M. McFadden

Market Street , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19103
Practice Areas: Family
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Ann G. Verber

One Penn Center   1617 John F Kennedy Boulevard , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19103
Practice Areas: Family
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“I've received dental care from Verber Dentistry for well over 20, maybe 30 years. I've always been pleased with the level of care and professionalism from the staff through those y…”
— Lori
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Michael E. Bertin

Firm: Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP
Centre Square West 1500 Market Street Suite 3400 , Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19102
Practice Areas: Family
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“d found Michael via the American Association of Matrimonial Lawyers. Michael is serious in his servi”
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“I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.”
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