Fleetwood Family Lawyers

Your family is unique. When you need a family law attorney, you want someone who appreciates the differences that make your family special. You want a family lawyer who will help your family through all life’s changes and guide you towards the best possible outcome. Melinda represents families from a variety of backgrounds. Her family law experience includes all aspects of divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic violence law.

Ms. Previtera is a member of the bar in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Patrick J. Cooper, Esquire is the Founder of the Cooper Family Law, LLC. Formerly known as a partner at Sadek & Cooper, Patrick started his own practice in 2023 specializing in family law and estate planning. Through his hard work and dedication, the firm’s practice has flourished with hundreds of satisfied clients. Patrick specializes in Divorce, Mediation, Custody and Child Support among other Family Law and Estate Planning legal services. Patrick is a Graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and The University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Patrick is active within the family law community and currently sits on the executive...

Within his family law practice, William Kirby values his client relationships above all else. That’s why he does everything in his power to find optimal solutions for their legal matters involving divorce, separation, custody, support, and more. Clients quickly see that William sincerely cares about them and that they can be confident in his advice. William serves a wide range of clients including celebrities facing high-asset divorces. Bill is a passionate, appreciative, and motivated person who is dedicated to empowering individuals and families with the right information. “When my clients come to see me, they are often experiencing a life-defining moment. How...

Dawn Padanyi is a graduate of Mount Holyoke College and Syracuse University College of Law where she was the Co-Director of the Grant Opportunity Program and a member of the Community Development Law Clinic While at Syracuse, Ms. Padanyi was chosen to receive two grants to perform legal work at the local and state level. Ms. Padanyi is a Pennsylvania and Massachusetts licensed attorney. She is a member of the Bucks County Bar Association as well as the Pennsylvania Bar Association. She is also proud to be selected to serve on the Board of Directors for the Bucks...

With a distinguished record of professional and community service, Mary Cushing Doherty has more than 35 years of legal experience in the area of family law. She concentrates her practice on all aspects of marital dissolution and family law issues including divorce, child support, custody, spousal support and alimony, premarital agreement asset protection, complex property division, and more. Ms. Doherty is an experienced and certified Arbitrator and Mediator. She strives for the amicable resolution of divorce when possible; however, she is a zealous litigator when it serves the best interests of her clients.

Ms. Doherty has been an award-winning Course Planner...

I love our practice because I care so deeply about my clients and their families. I handle all types of family law matters, and my approach to each case varies greatly, depending on my client’s needs and preferences. The range goes from playing a supportive role for those clients who wish to negotiate their own agreements to serving as a zealous advocate in the courtroom for those who need to submit their disputes to a judge for resolution. In addition to practicing law, I speak and write about family law issues. My first book, KEEPING IT CIVIL: The...

John P. Attiani has over 20 years of experience representing individual and business clients. His areas of practice include family law (divorce, custody, alimony and spousal support, child support, equitable distribution and protection from abuse), business formation, contract disputes, bankruptcy and wills.

Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Mr. Attiani is a member of the Pennsylvania and Montgomery Bar Associations. He is active in the Family Law Section of both the Montgomery and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. He is a trained mediator and a Collaborative Family Law Affiliate. He also serves as an arbitration panelist and custody mediator for the Montgomery County Court...

Kathryn L. Sullivan never backs down, even with the most difficult of cases. President Theodore Roosevelt’s famous quote — Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far — resonates with her in practice. She works as hard as possible to resolve her client’s cases efficiently and cost-effectively, bringing a willingness to work with the other party’s attorney amicably and collaboratively. However, if litigation is unavoidable, Kathryn loves nothing more than to be in the courtroom. She works relentlessly and without intimidation to protect her client’s best interests. Always the first attorney to arrive at the courthouse, Kathryn...

Lee Ciccarelli is the founder of Ciccarelli Law Offices: a Litigation Law Firm focusing in Personal Injury, Criminal Defense and Family Law matters. Ciccarelli Law firm takes on tough cases and fights for clients when they need it the most. ...

Wendy J. Ashby, Esquire prides herself on the responsiveness she provides to each and every client. Her philosophy of service is to pursue the most efficient resolution of each matter. Ms. Ashby is recognized for the creativity she brings to her legal strategies and negotiations. She is also revered for the aggressiveness in which she will fight for her clients' entitlements. Ms. Ashby has devotedly pursued the practice of law in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey since 1992 in the areas of Wills/Estates, Elder Law, Mediation, Family Law and Adoptions. Ms. Ashby is the owner of the...

Proudly serving clients throughout Central Pennsylvania, I am a Senior Attorney at the Law Offices of Jason R Carpenter. We prioritize a client-focused approach and provide the communication our clients need in facing their legal matters. We are different kind of law firm that offers clients guidance with their lives, not just legal help. Gain the effective and affordable representation you need. Contact me today for a free consultation! https://www.jasoncarpenterlaw.com/our-team/kelli-statt/

My practice focuses on civil, criminal and family law litigation with over 20 years of tested experience throughout southeastern Pennsylvania and Maryland. I have successfully tried civil and criminal jury trials, contested family law hearings, administrative proceedings and appeals. My passion is assisting individuals and small businesses with their legal issues.

Many moons ago, I earned an Ivy League degree in philosophy from Columbia University, and then my law degree from the University of Miami. While in law school, I was involved in graduate student government and was a contributing author and editor of the University of Miami...

Melissa M. Boyd is an owner and attorney at Boyd & Early Family Law LLC. She concentrates her practice on family law. She advocates in various areas including, but not limited to, divorce, pre-nuptial and post-divorce agreements, child custody and support, equitable distribution, alimony, adoptions, protection from abuse and juvenile law. She has dedicated much of her professional career to preserving the rights of children and their families. She is a frequent presenter on family law topics for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute, the Family Law Section of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Montgomery Bar Association. Ms. Boyd is a fellow...

Attorney Russell J. Manning is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Mr. Manning received his Juris Doctorate degree from Widener University Delaware Law School in 2006. Prior to that, he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Holy Family University. Attorney Manning works in the area of family law handling custody, divorce and support matters as well as other related family law matters. Previously, Mr. Manning worked as the Assistant District Director to Pennsylvania State Senator Robert M. Tomlinson and clerked for the Honorable James M. McMaster on the Bucks County Court...

Lori A. Frio-Walker, Esquire, devotes her practice primarily to all aspects of family and matrimonial law matters. Lori gained family law litigation experience in divorce, custody and support matters at Petrelli Law, P.C. Prior to working at Petrelli Law, P.C., Lori worked in the area of collaborative and amicable divorce. Lori received her J.D. degree from Villanova University School of Law and was the Editor-in-Chief of its Women’s Law Forum and Associate Editor of its Journal of Catholic Social Thought. Lori began her professional career as an associate attorney at a large regional firm in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania....

Jonathon Luff Jr. was born and raised in Philadelphia. He graduated from Roman Catholic High school with honors. He attended California University of Pennsylvania on a full academic scholarship, and graduated with a degree in Sport Management as well as graduating Cum Laude.

In 2009 Jonathon began to pursue his legal career and attended Thomas Kline School of Law, better known as Drexel University. While there he participated in trial team competitions and Jonathon was instrumental in helping his team reach the finals in the national competition. Jonathon was awarded the best trial attorney award from Drexel upon his graduation in...

Jennifer Dumin has represented thousands of clients in family law matters, including custody, child and spousal support, and divorce in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties over the last seven years. Ms. Dumin earned her Juris Doctorate from the Temple University Beasley School of Law in 2006. Her undergraduate studies in child and family development and her graduate studies in social work provide for an attorney sensitive to the emotional issues inherent in this area of the law.

April M. Townsend is an attorney licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for over a decade. She handles all aspects of family law, including divorce, equitable distribution, support, custody and adoption. She also assists clients with estate planning and estate administration. April received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maryland in College Park, MD where she double-majored in Government & Politics and Criminal Justice and graduated with honors. She received her Juris Doctor from the James E. Beasley School of Law at Temple University, admitted as a Conwell Law Scholar. While in law school, April began...

I am passionate about family law issues and write about them routinely for The Legal Intelligencer’s online family law column. If you need help with adoption, custody, divorce, name change, protection from abuse or support issues in either Philadelphia or surrounding Pennsylvania counties – or Burlington, Camden and Gloucester counties in New Jersey – I’m here for you, either as an advocate or mediation coach. I co-chair the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Equitable Distribution Committee, and have been named as a Super Lawyer in Pennsylvania and listed on the First Judicial District’s Pro Bono Roll of Honor for exemplary pro bono...

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Susan M. Gibson is an experienced family law attorney and litigator with almost ten years of litigation experience. Susan focuses her practice in all areas of family law, including divorce, custody, child support, equitable distribution, alimony, and spousal support. Susan has extensive experience litigating family law matters throughout the Philadelphia five-county area and she currently focuses her practice in Bucks and Montgomery Counties. Susan uses her years of experience to zealously advocate for her clients, seeking settlement whenever possible, but always prepared to litigate any matter if settlement is not possible. Susan strives to develop and maintain...

Ryan Hyde is an experienced criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor. In addition to handling hundreds of DUI cases through all stages of trial Ryan served as a DUI ARD Coordinator and as one of lead attorneys on Economic Crimes, Arson Crimes and Special Investigations Unit. ...

Ms. Calalang focuses her practice on helping clients with their domestic relations matters. She has strong leadership roles as the 2023 Co-Chair of the Women in the Profession Committee, 2022 Chair and 2021 Vice Chair of the Philadelphia Bar Association's Board of Governors, the 2020-2022 Co-Chair of the Solo and Small Firm Committee of the Philadelphia Bar Association, and the 2019 Chair of the Family Law Section (FLS). She is also a member of the FLS Executive Committee, Co-Chair of the FLS Custody and Diversity Committees, and a founding member of the Diversity Inclusion Scholarship Committee. She often...

Kelly A. Jurs is a dedicated legal advocate known for her ability to provide compassionate representation for clients experiencing upheaval in their lives. Whether a client is facing conflict within their own family, or even a criminal charge, Kelly ensures that her experience in the courtroom guides clients through the court system to the most beneficial outcomes. With 15 years of litigation experience in the Chester County Court system, Kelly practices in Family Law and is a member of the Pennsylvania Council of Mediators. She handles all aspects of family law including pre- and post-nuptial planning, divorce, equitable distribution, alimony, child...

Eric grew up in Maryland then attended college at Gettysburg. He went on to graduate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.

I became a lawyer because I like helping people resolve their differences. Although I practiced family law with a large Center City firm early in my career, I went out on my own in 1988 and never looked back. I founded our firm on the principle of providing superior service at reasonable rates for our clients while providing a flexible and supportive work environment for our employees. For twenty years and counting, we are proud to have maintained this model. While handling many custody, divorce, protection from abuse and support trials throughout my career, my practice now focuses on...

Mr. Yurovsky specializes in all areas of civil and commercial litigation, family law and real estate matters. Mr. Yurovsky received both his Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration Degrees from Temple University. He received his Jurist Doctorate from Widener University, Delaware.

Anne has been a practicing attorney since 2007. She began her work by clerking for the now President Judge of the Lancaster Court of Common Pleas, the Honorable Dennis Reinaker. Anne then pursued her legal career helping individuals who are unable to afford attorney on their own as a trial attorney in the Lancaster County Public Defenders Office. Anne along with her husband Eric, are partners at Gibson Law Group, LLC. She practices Family Law including Divorce and Child Custody, in addition to handling DUI and other Criminal Law matters.

Wesley Legg is a native of Chester County, Pennsylvania. He attended West Chester University, later transferring to Penn State University from which he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science in 2006. Wesley always wanted to become an attorney.  A dream that stayed with him after he graduated from Penn State. Wesley decided to pursue his dream and attend law school. In 2008, Wesley moved to Boston, Massachusetts, where Wesley enrolled at the New England School of Law. He graduated from law school in 2011. Wesley is admitted and licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts...

My goal is to provide compassionate guidance so you can navigate your situation with confidence. I am focused on understanding each client’s specific needs and concerns. No case is routine and no case is too complex. Together, we can create the best strategy for you, both financially and emotionally, whether it’s knowing when to fight in court, how to negotiate successfully with the other side or where to compromise to reach the best possible outcome.

I am zealous when helping clients navigate what can often be a confusing, discouraging and seemingly endless legal system, especially within family law matters. My top priority is helping individuals understand their options and working with them to proactively resolve domestic issues. I am compassionate and invested in achieving the best outcome for my clients in what is often one of the toughest experiences of their lives.

My interests lie in representing those whose disputes require a skilled lawyer in the courtroom. As a graduate of Temple University School of Law's famed trial advocacy program, I acquired the necessary skills, techniques and experience to serve my clients well, both pre-trial and at trial. I thrive in and am comfortable in competitive situations and parlay that into good results for my clients.

Hilary Vesell is a trial attorney, concentrating in family matters and civil litigation. Hilary has BA in psychology and MA in clinical psychology both from Columbia University. Her JD is from the University of Miami, School of Law. Hilary represents clients in all family law issues including child custody cases, parental alienation cases, domestic violence issues, protection from abuse orders (PFAs). She also represents clients in support and divorce matters as well as with prenuptial agreements. Hilary has written several articles that were published in the Pennsylvania Lawyer and Pennsylvania Bar Association Quarterly. These articles are on the topics...

For over 28 years, Bucks County Family Law and Divorce Attorney Kevin Zlock has had a very successful career as one of the top family law attorneys in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Attorney Kevin Zlock is a founding partner of Zlock, PC. The firm has offices in Yardley, PA and Doylestown, PA. Kevin Zlock received his J.D. degree from the Dickinson School of Law at Pennsylvania State University in 1990.

Kevin's practice focuses on divorce, custody, support, and property division issues, with the goal to resolve matters outside of court, but he is ready to litigate, if necessary. His wealth...

RANDI LYNNE RUBIN focuses her practice on family law, including divorce, support, premarital counseling, equitable distribution and custody. Ms. Rubin negotiates prenuptial agreements and property settlement agreement and litigates in courts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Ms. Rubin also practices commercial real estate and finance, including acquisitions, sales and financing of retail property and apartment complexes.

The courtroom experience you need. Years of experience as a prosecutor, almost a decade as a Military Police officer. Prepared to represent you and defend you rights.

Julia Alexa Rogers (formerly Julia Alexa Theobald) is a skilled and experienced litigation attorney. She represents clients in Family Law as well as Criminal Law matters at Ciccarelli Law Offices. She graduated from Loyola University in Baltimore, Maryland with a B.A. in political science and public relations. Julia received her J.D. from Drexel University School of Law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Julia's career began as a criminal defense attorney with the Defender’s Association of Philadelphia. Before joining Ciccarelli Law Firm, Julia represented clients in every facet of the criminal system throughout the tri-state area in both governmental and private practice...

INTERNATIONAL ADOPTION (Clients in U.S. and Worldwide) Consultation and legal services to parents and agencies re preparation of Orphan Petitions and Hague Convention Petitions; Home Study and related pre and post adoption problems; Responses/Appeals re NOIDS, Petition denials, visa denials and related; Legalization of immigration status for adopted child; Applications for U.S. Citizenship; Citizenship problems. Adoption of overseas relative and identified child adoption. DOMESTIC ADOPTION(Limited to Pennsylvania): Independent and Agency adoptions; Stepparent, second parent and relative adoptions; Adoption finalizations and readoptions. (Adoptions handled in Montgomery, Philadelphia, Delaware, Chester,Bucks and Berks Counties) http://www.theadoptionguide.com/tools/attorney-search.php IMMIGRATION Family and General Immigration(Clients in U.S. and Worldwide) Adoptive mother of teenager...