Find a family law attorney in Philadelphia, PA

Find family law attorneys in Philadelphia, PA

Find family law attorneys in Philadelphia, PA

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Top 10 family law attorneys in Philadelphia, PA

Clients agree: these Philadelphia family law attorneys are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Justice Law Center P.C.

Justice Law Center P.C.

1 hire on Thervo
31+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
We have been representing clients for over 25 years, concentrating on criminal, family & personal injury matters in Delaware, Pgiladelphia, Montgomery & Chester County, PA!
Kerstetter Law, LLC

Kerstetter Law, LLC

9+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
At Kerstetter Law, we strive to find reasonable, timely, cost-effective solutions to the family law and estate matters of each individual client. Personalized service and dedication to understanding what is most important to each individual client are fundamental to Kerstetter Law, LLC. Solving unsolvable problems every single day is both a continual struggle and also extremely rewarding.
Dover And Associates

Dover And Associates

14+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
Down to earth law firm working with community to assist in a variety of legal matters. Serving the greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.
Polonsky & Polonsky

Polonsky & Polonsky

5.0(1)
36+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Amy C. says, "Rita Polonsky listened and helped me to better understand my legal rights. She is compassionate and professional and was able to to answer my questions in a way that put me at ease knowing she is the right person for my case. I a very happy with the outcome. I have and will continue to refer others to work with Rita as I believe she is an exceptional attorney." Read more
Law Office Of Louis G. Guzzo

Law Office Of Louis G. Guzzo

5.0(1)
5 hires on Thervo
16+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Antoinette F. says, "Very friendly and professional. " Read more
Jordan Group

Jordan Group

5 hires on Thervo
25+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
OUR FIRM CONCENTRATION IS FAMILY LAW. THIS ALLOWS US TO BECOME AWARE OF CHANGES IN STATUTES AND SUPERIOR AND SUPREME COURT DECISIONS WHICH MAY EFFECT OUR CLIENT'S CASES. WE HAVE SATELLITE OFFICES IN MONTGOMERY AND CHESTER COUNTIES AND PRACTICE IN ALL NEIGHBORING COUNTIES WHICH KEEPS US AWARE OF VARIOUS WAYS TO INTERPRET FACTS IN CUSTODY, SUPPORT, DIVORCE AND PROTECTION FROM ABUSE. WE HAVE HANDLED NUMEROUS DEPENDENCY MATTERS WHICH MAKES HANDLING MATTERS WITH A CHILDREN AND YOUTH COMPONENT SIMPLISTIC. I PREVIOUSLY HANDLED HIGH VOLUMES OF CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT MATTERS FOR THE PHILADELPHIA DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE WHICH MAKES CALCULATIO...
Law Offices Of Cristian Towers

Law Offices Of Cristian Towers

5.0(2)
11 hires on Thervo
17+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
Melissa V. says, "He’s very genuine. He was such a great help. One of the best lawyers around!!! " Read more
Mullen Law LLC 856 424 6955

Mullen Law LLC 856 424 6955

2 hires on Thervo
23+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
We provide full family law services with personal attention to the details in your case. Our approach is based on a combined amount of experience of almost 50 years. We believe it is better to try and resolve your matter than jump into litgation. We are, however, ready to fight for your rights. MMullenlaw.com I enjoy solving problems. I like to help clients move on to the next phaae of their lives. I try and not put the children in the middle of conflict will still advocating my client's positions....
Kline Law Offices

Kline Law Offices

5 hires on Thervo
29+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
Practicing attorney for 30 years. Licensed in PA and NJ. Pride myself on personal service and attention. You will always deal with me directly. I offer free telephone consultation on most matters, flat fee and flexible payments options. I look forward to assisting you.
BARATTA, RUSSELL & BARATTA

BARATTA, RUSSELL & BARATTA

1 hire on Thervo
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Our focus and specialty is on helping families and individuals with their trusts and estate needs.

Your Family Law Attorney questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thervo.

How much is a family law attorney?

A family law attorney charges $200 to $500 per hour, depending on the location, their experience level, and the services included. Some charge a flat fee for simple services, like drawing up basic, uncontested divorce papers.

Contested divorces, custody cases, or asset arrangements often take longer and cost more to settle. These cases often go to trial and require the attorney to spend time to prepare evidence and arguments, which increases the final cost.

Most firms charge by the hour, but some have contingency fees instead. This means that they receive a percentage of any money awarded at the end of the case and won't charge you anything until then. Some attorneys charge a $500 to $5,000 retainer fee, which is paid in advance.

What is a family law attorney?

A family law attorney handles cases that involve domestic issues and family relationships. These attorneys advocate for their clients and mediate in complex cases. Common court cases or specialties might include:

  • Divorce
  • Prenups
  • Child custody
  • Child support or alimony
  • Adoption
  • Guardianship
  • Domestic violence
  • Child abuse
  • Restraining orders

Do family law attorneys manage divorce?

Yes, family law attorneys manage divorce cases. However, a family law attorney can only represent one spouse during the divorce. Uncontested divorces are relatively simple, especially when the couple is childless, and often only include drawing up paperwork and dividing property.

Contested divorces are more difficult, expensive, and complicated because there are more negative emotions involved. An attorney helps mediate during disputes about custody, child support, alimony, assets, and debts.

Do I need a family law attorney?

Simple court filings or name changes can be handled without a family law attorney. Otherwise, it may be best to have an experienced attorney on your side for important cases involving divorce, custody, adoption, or abuse. Without an attorney, the case may take longer or have an undesirable outcome.

How do I prepare to meet with a family law attorney?

Prepare to meet with a family law attorney by gathering the appropriate documents. These will vary depending on the case but typically include:

  • Birth certificates
  • Bank statements
  • Tax returns
  • Employment information
  • Mortgage data

How do I choose a family law attorney?

Browse our list of attorneys, then:

  • Get 3 or more free estimates to compare.
  • Read reviews and cases on Thervo and Google.
  • Choose an experienced attorney who has passed the bar.
  • Pick someone who is professional and is serious about your needs.
  • Consider the distance between their office and your home.
  • Get a written estimate before casework starts.
  • Avoid making large payments up front.

After asking questions, hire the best family law attorney in your area.

What questions should I ask family law attorneys?

When searching for attorneys near you, consider the following questions:

  • How long have you been practicing family law?
  • When did you pass the bar?
  • How many similar cases have you worked on?
  • Is your current caseload light enough to take me on?
  • Based on my situation, how long do you think it will take to settle my case?
  • Do you have a flat rate or hourly rates?
  • Will you give me an estimate or contract in writing?

Reviews for Philadelphia family law attorneys

Recent success stories from people in the Philadelphia area.
Karen D.
He was easily accessible to answer any questions I may have had. Very personable!
Law Offices of Cristian Towers
Tomi D.
Aregbesola Law understand you as a client and puts themselves in your shoes! They are fast, efficient and quite a breather to with. I will continue to use Aregbesola Law for ANY and EVERY legal need.
Aregbesola Law
Marta K.
I worked with Maria Testa of Testa and Pagnanelli from October 2015 to March 2017 for my custody proceedings in Philadelphia. From my initial consultation, I was convinced that I had made the right choice. Maria was knowledgeable, calm, and very sympathetic. Being a mother, herself, she really understood how to combine the human side of these proceedings with the legal side. In addition, Maria's communication and organization is unparalleled. She would reply to every email I sent (and there were many!) within hours if not minutes. No question was too small. She truly understood my side of these proceedings, and, moreover, knew how to turn my hopes into actionable motions that gave results. I would recommend Maria Testa and Testa & Pagnanelli to anyone and want to thank Maria for her dedication to me and my daughter.
Testa & Pagnanelli, LLC
Ian H.
Professional handled everything well ... Kept me informed and other clients got rid of their lawyer and asked for his number...great experience
Dover & Associates
Prakash P.
Gehi & Associates helped me for my wife’s green card process. I am very happy. He helped me unite me and wife. Thank you so much to the team at Gehi & Associates!!
Gehi and Associates
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