Experienced & Effective Family Law Attorneys
We partner closely with each client to understand your unique perspective and build the strongest possible case for your family’s future.
Practicing Family Law Since 1999
Experienced and Knowledgeable · Assertive Representation · Compassionate Advice
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We believe child custody cases are the most important work we do, and we take incredible care in helping our clients find the best possible way to resolve their custody matters.
Most divorces in Pennsylvania are “no-fault” divorces. This means that you do not have to prove that your spouse was “at fault” to demonstrate grounds for divorce.
If you are going through a divorce, you may be worried about how much support you will receive or pay. We can help.
Domestic violence is a very serious matter. In Pennsylvania, victims of domestic violence can file a Petition for Protection from Abuse.
Every new marriage is different. Our approach to prenuptial agreements is highly personalized to ensure your agreement is the right fit for your situation.
OUR DIFFERENCE
Our approach to family law matters is to work closely with each client to ensure that we understand the facts and history behind the legal situation. We invest the time needed to work individually with each client to build a strong partnership. We believe this is the best way to achieve great results.
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FAQ
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What types of cases do you handle?
We practice family law exclusively. Broadly, this includes divorce (including asset distribution), child custody, child support, domestic violence/protection from abuse, and prenuptial agreements. If you are not sure whether your case falls into one of these categories, please give us a call anyway. If we are not able to assist with your particular legal matter, we may be able to help you find someone who can.
I am a potential client. How does your intake process work?
You can contact our office either by phone, or by using the contact form on our site. We will take down some brief information from you including your name, the other party’s name (to ensure that we don’t have a conflict), the county your case is in, and whether you have any upcoming hearings. We will then schedule you for an initial 10-15 minute phone call with one of our attorneys, free of charge. The purpose of this “quick call” is for us to learn about your legal matter to see if we can assist you, and for you to learn more about us. After this initial call we schedule you for an initial full-length consultation. The cost of the initial consultation is based on the hourly rate of the attorney you meet with. During the initial consultation we will discuss next steps, including quoting a retainer for our services based on the complexity of the matter.
Do you charge for consultations?
We do charge for consultations. The cost of the consultation is based on the hourly rate of the attorney you meet with, and we charge for one hour of time. Please call the office to find out the current hourly rate of our attorneys. The consultation lasts between 60-90 minutes. During the consultation, we will thoroughly review your legal matter and provide feedback and recommendations regarding next steps in your legal matter.
Do I need to prepare anything for the initial consultation?
If you have an upcoming court hearing, please bring copies of all relevant court documents that have been filed in your case. It can also be helpful to bring copies of all current orders in effect in your case, like a current child support order or custody order. If you don’t have access to these, that’s ok. If you are just starting the divorce/equitable distribution process, it can be helpful for you to bring a list of assets and debts to the initial consultation. .
How does the retainer work?
During the initial consultation, we will quote you a retainer amount, depending on the complexity of your case. This is the amount that is required for you to pay before we start work on your case. The retainer is not a flat fee or estimate of total costs. Once the retainer is paid and we get started, we send monthly billing statements for the work done on your case, and apply your retainer balance to your bills. If your case is over before the retainer is used up, the unused portion is refunded to you. In many cases your costs may exceed the original retainer amount, in which case a new retainer will be required.