Reading Family Lawyers

Patricia H. Cooley practices divorce and family law in Bucks, Montgomery & Philadelphia Counties and is widely regarded as one of Pennsylvania's top divorce lawyers. For over twenty-five years Ms. Cooley has focused her practice in family law, including divorce, dividing marital assets, spousal support, alimony, child support, child custody, and domestic violence law. There are few, if any, other practicing attorneys in Pennsylvania with more experience or in-depth knowledge of the law and the courts in divorce and other family law matters than Ms. Cooley. Having devoted her practice exclusively to Pennsylvania divorce law for over two decades,...

Megan Weiler is a skilled advocate dedicated to guiding clients and their families through the challenging and emotionally fraught issues of family law. Megan knows what is at stake for people facing divorce, child custody, spousal support/alimony and child support matters – and works to help her clients understand the process and make smart, practical choices to minimize the impact, and get the best possible outcome. Megan’s practice focuses primarily in the area of domestic relations, handling all phases of the negotiation and litigation of cases including: divorce, equitable distribution, marital settlement agreements, child custody and parenting time issues, custody evaluations,...

Attorney Jessica Lowe practices almost entirely within the realm of family law. As a collaboratively trained attorney and certified mediator, she works closely with her clients to help them through the often difficult divorce process. As a parent, Attorney Lowe understands just how fraught child custody situations can be. Her legal practice also includes adoption, grandparents’ custody rights, relocation, and protection from abuse cases. Previously a parent attorney in juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights matters with Dauphin County Children and Youth, Attorney Lowe now works as a part-time Assistant Solicitor for the Agency. She...

Since 1990 Pat McMenamin has been practicing law in the Philadelphia area. He has experience in all areas of the law and can help regardless of the nature of your legal situation. Pat is a graduate of the Widener University School of Law, Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland, and LaSalle College High School, in Springfield Township, Montgomery County. Pat was an Assistant District Attorney in Montgomery County from 1990 through 1992, and has been in private practice since. Pat is a member of the Montgomery Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association. He is a member of the North...

Pamela Crowther is an experienced attorney whose practice involves criminal and civil litigation including family law, business litigation, constitutional challenges, securities enforcement and government compliance, health care fraud, criminal defense, and civil and criminal appeals. With over twenty years of experience, she is a seasoned litigator with clients who run the gamut from the individual seeking advice on custody to a large corporation facing product liability claim. Her practice covers a wide-range of civil and criminal matters in federal and state courts and before administrative tribunals. She has represented numerous corporations and individuals in product liability cases; complex commercial and...

John A. Zurzola is a divorce, child custody, child support and general family law attorney with the firm Weber Gallagher. He focuses his practice on domestic relations and family law, including divorce, support, custody, equitable distribution and related matters. John also counsels and represents clients with regard to bankruptcy and personal injury issues. http://www.wglaw.com/Professionals/John-Zurzola John has been providing legal advice and representation to clients in family law, bankruptcy, and personal injury matters for over a decade. John handles all divorce, custody, support, protection from abuse and other family law issues. His experience ranges from all facets of domestic relations...

Attorney Grossi's law firm is dedicated exclusively to the practice of family law. By limiting her practice to one area of law, she is able to offer focused and highly experienced legal representation. She handles all aspects of contested and uncontested divorce, including complicated marital estates and high-asset cases. From custody, spousal support and child support to alimony and division of assets, Attorney will represent you throughout every aspect of your divorce. She also assist families who are seeking to adopt.

Born in Scranton Pennsylvania but a resident of Lancaster County since infancy, Sam is a graduate of Manheim Township High School in 1966, where he was a member of the County championship tennis team for two years, a member of the National Honor Society, and the Candlelight Singers (a cappella group). He received the Access to Justice Award in 2002 from the Lancaster Bar Association for pro bono work, and was elected President of the LBA in 2006. The LBA judiciary committee rated Sam highly recommended for a judgeship on the Lancaster County Court in 2005 and 2007.

Providing guidance and direction to Clients in Real Estate, Estate Planning, Family Law, Contracts, Business Transactions, Legal Conflicts and Litigation Matters. Representing clients in one or more of these matters to help them in their everyday personal and/or business life. I am focused on providing my clients with the individual attention and the high quality of performance they deserve while always maintaining the degree of integrity and confidentiality required for my client's protection. MY GOALS are my client's goals and that is to reach the objectives they are seeking in whatever area of law or matter I am working on...

John J. Ferry, Jr. earned an undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree in Poultry Technology and Management at the Pennsylvania State University in 1986. After working for several years in the poultry industry, he went on to pursue his legal education at the Dickinson School of Law, where he earned a juris doctorate degree in 1995. Mr. Ferry was admitted to practice before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, and other courts in Pennsylvania, in 1995. He is also admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania...

Zachary S. Bartman, Esq. is a Partner at Cooper Family Law. He is committed to guiding clients through the complexities of family law matters, focusing on divorce, child custody, child support, and Protection From Abuse (PFA) cases in Philadelphia and surrounding counties. Known for his diligence, empathy, and client-focused approach, Zach helps individuals and families navigate challenging times with understanding and effective legal strategies. Zach has earned a reputation for achieving successful outcomes in both high-stakes and complex family law cases. From 2023 to 2025, he has been selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars, a distinction awarded to just 2.5% of...

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Lauren H. Kane is the founder and lead attorney at the Law Offices of Lauren H. Kane in Philadelphia. As a solo practitioner, Ms. Kane delivers personal attention and individualized services to her clients from the very first meeting to the conclusion of your case. As a client of the Law Offices of Lauren H. Kane, you’ll deal directly with Ms. Kane personally and never be handed off to a paralegal or legal secretary.

Lauren H. Kane graduated from Yale University in 1981 and went on to earn her Juris Doctor law degree from Villanova in 1984. She passed the bar...

Wayne Lyon is a versatile litigator, focusing his practice on complex civil litigation, with an emphasis in areas such as business litigation, wrongful death, insurance coverage litigation, and contract disputes. Wayne utilizes his unique analytical skill set to offer his clients efficient and effective representation. He has a uniquely diverse background with extensive experience representing clients in both the private and public sector. Wayne has represented insurance policyholders, insurers, risk retention groups and insurance professionals in complex insurance litigation and transactional insurance matters. He draws on this comprehensive, broad-based experience to offer his clients creative and effective solutions in all...

Born and raised in Lancaster County, Mr. Samley graduated from Millersville University with honors in Business Administration and a minor in Mathematics. He received his law degree from the Dickinson School of Law in 1992. He is admitted to practice before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Mr. Samley is a former adjunct instructor for Penn State York where he taught courses in Debtor/Creditor Law, Commercial Law, Corporations and Partnerships, and Understanding and Writing Legal Documents for the Business Professional. Currently he teaches for Sterling Educational Services and the National Business...

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Date of Birth - December 4, 1952 (Downingtown) Married - Wife: Beth E. Valocchi Children: Twin Daughters - May 26, 1989 Alexandra - American University Anastasia - St. Joseph's University Born and Raised in Downingtown One of Eleven Children Parents: Ben A. & Amina C. Valocchi Residence of E. Brandywine since 1985 Member of St. Joseph's Parish

Ms. Longer is a graduate of Villanova Law School and has been practicing in Lancaster County for over 15 years, after several years as a corporate attorney. Ms. Longer has significant appellate experience and welcomes referrals from other attorneys whose practice does not include appeals. Prior to joining the Bar in Lancaster County, Ms. Longer was the Vice President and General Counsel of Intelligent Electronics, Inc., a publicly-traded national franchisor and distributor of computer products.

J.D., C.P.A., L.L.M. PARTNER, ATTORNEY, CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT Areas of Practice and Experience Family Law - Extensive experience in all aspects of Family Law: Divorce, Custody, Support, Adoptions, Protection from Abuse Actions Estate Planning and Administration: Drafting of Estate documents: Wills, Power of Attorney, Living Wills, Living Trusts, Estate Administration in Monroe, Pike, Carbon, Lehigh, and Northampton Counties. Education University of Pennsylvania, LLM Liberal Arts, 1997 Georgetown Law Center, Washington, D.C. LLM Tax Law; 1990 Dickinson School of Law, Carlisle, PA Juris Doctorate: 1998, Summa Cum Laude; Dickinson Law Review; Merit Scholarship Recipient Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA Bachelor of Science 1985; Accounting Graduate Highest Honors, Phi Beta Kappa

Caitlin represents clients across all areas of family law, including custody, divorce, support, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, enforcement and modification of agreements, same-sex rights, domestic violence, paternity, and adoption. She is dedicated to providing compassionate counsel while advocating fiercely for her clients, guiding families through the complexities of legal challenges with both empathy and strategic expertise. Caitlin earned her law degree from Temple University Beasley School of Law, where she co-founded an organization connecting law students with practicing professionals in Philadelphia and served as President of the Family Law Society. As a student mediator for Temple Law’s Domestic Relations Mediation Clinical,...

Jennifer Wallner Saltzman is a family law attorney with over a decade of experience and represents clients in all areas of family law including divorce, custody, support, protections from abuse and prenuptial agreements. She is committed to resolving family law issues through amicable solutions when possible, but is fully prepared to litigate in family court when necessary. Jenny strives to meet her clients' goals with compassion and understanding, recognizing the emotional and financial complexities that often accompany divorce and family disputes. Known for her strategic approach, Jenny works tirelessly to advocate for her clients while maintaining a focus on their well-being....

Since 2009, Scott Matison has focused solely on matters of family law including, divorce, custody, support, abuse, adoptions and name changes. He handles property settlement agreements, prenuptial agreements, alimony matters and equitable distribution.

Mr. Matison practices in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and has experience handling cases with a variety of financial circumstances. He previously practiced family law for nationally recognized law firms in the Philadelphia area and New Jersey. With offices in both Philadelphia and Media, Mr. Matison is now using that experience to continue helping his clients in the most cost-effective manner.
Mr. Matison served as the co-chair of the...

Brandie J. Belanger joined ARM Lawyers in 2020 and focuses primarily on family law matters including divorce, custody, support, and protection from abuse matters. Brandie has successfully tried custody trials, including relocation hearings, while handling a number of other matters in Monroe and the surrounding counties. Brandie began her legal career as a judicial law clerk in the Monroe County Court of Common Pleas. After her clerkship ended in 2009, Brandie joined the law firm Kash and Fedrigon, later becoming partner in 2016. Prior to attending law school, Brandie lived in areas of Upstate New York, North Carolina...

Adam R. Weaver, Esquire is a graduate of Ohio Northern College of Law in 2008. He graduated with a double major in Philosophy and Psychology from Duquesne University in 2005. Attorney Weaver is also a proud graduate of 2010 Class of Leadership Carbon sponsored by the Carbon County Chamber of Commerce. After graduating law school in 2008, for approximately five years, Attorney Weaver began his legal career working for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee and honed his skills in the practice of bankruptcy. In September, 2013, Attorney Weaver opened his own law office in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Attorney Weaver has a general...

Solo Practitioner handling Family Law, Criminal cases and Basic Estate planning.