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Lawyer Legion created this list of the top picks in 2024 for the best family law attorneys in Pennsylvania To rank the top family lawyers and other lawyers in Pennsylvania, we used both objective and subjective criteria.

The top family law attorneys were selected based on their career accomplishments, success in high-profile cases, professional involvement, community leadership, and board certifications.

This list represents a sample of some of the most highly accomplished family lawyers currently practicing in Pennsylvania. When reviewing this list, please be aware of each of the following:

Lawyers cannot pay to be included in this list.
Only lawyers who are active on Lawyer Legion were selected.
No online directory can accurately determine a statewide list of attorneys who are actually “the best” at practicing family law (but our list comes close).

Bethany L. Notaro
Family Lawyer
Pittsburgh, PA
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Maribeth Blessing
Family Lawyer
Rockledge, PA
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Terry L. Savina Jr
Family Lawyer
Aliquippa, PA
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Wendy Chan
Family Law and Immigration Lawyer
Lancaster, PA
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James F Bogatay
Family Lawyer
Pittsburgh, PA
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Patrick J. Cooper
Family Lawyer
Philadelphia, PA
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David S Pollock
Family Law and Divorce Lawyer
Pittsburgh, PA
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Roy Lee Galloway III
Criminal Defense and Family Lawyer
Harrisburg, PA
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Michelle Claire Power
Family Law and Criminal Defense Lawyer
West Chester, PA
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Vincent J. Caputo
Criminal Defense and Family Lawyer
West Chester, PA
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Pennsylvania Family Law Legal Resources

Family Law Bar Associations and Legal Organizations
Specialty Certifications in Family Law
Pennsylvania Government and Court Resources

Family Law Bar Associations and Legal Organizations

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) - The AAML is a national organization of highly-skilled negotiators and litigators who represent individuals in family law cases throughout the United States. The Academy's members are known as "Fellows" and have demonstrated a high degree of professionalism, excellence, knowledge and integrity in the practice of family law. The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers has over 1650 fellows across all 50 U.S. states.

American College of Family Trial Lawyers (ACFTL) - The ACFTL is an invitation-only, elite organization of 100 of the most skilled family trial lawyers in the United States. Known as diplomates, members who have been accepted into this organization have demonstrated significant litigation skills in complex family law cases. The American College of Family Trial Lawyers has received national recognition through its diplomates handling of well-publicized cases and cutting edge issues in family law.

International Academy of Family Lawyers - The International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL) is a non-profit organization that serves family lawyers in the United States and across the world.

Specialty Certifications in Family Law

Family Trial Law - The NBTA certifies lawyers in family trial law. This specialty area of law involves litigation in family law cases, such as divorce, separation, child custody or paternity actions. Attorneys can earn board certification as specialists in family law trials.

Pennsylvania Government and Court Resources

Pennsylvania Attorney General
Pennsylvania Bureau of Child and Family Services
Pennsylvania General Assembly
Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General
Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Attorney General

Pennsylvania Attorney General - The Pennsylvania Attorney General is the state's chief legal officer responsible for upholding justice. Leading law enforcement efforts, they address issues from consumer protection to criminal investigations. This office safeguards the public interest, prosecuting criminal cases, defending state laws, and advocating for policy reforms. With authority to bring lawsuits on behalf of the state, the Attorney General plays a pivotal role in shaping Pennsylvania's legal standards.

Pennsylvania Bureau of Child and Family Services

Pennsylvania Bureau of Child and Family Services - The Bureau of Children and Family Services (BCFS) oversees the operations of county and private children and youth social service agencies, including foster care, adoption, and independent living facilities across the commonwealth, managed through four OCYF Regional Offices. Their core responsibilities include monitoring, licensing, and providing technical support to these agencies, investigating child abuse cases involving county agency employees, ensuring regulatory compliance through inspections and complaint investigations, and offering guidance on DPW regulations.

Pennsylvania General Assembly

Pennsylvania General Assembly - The Pennsylvania General Assembly operates under a bicameral system, comprising the Pennsylvania Senate and the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. The Senate has 50 members serving four-year terms, while the House consists of 203 members serving two-year terms. The General Assembly is responsible for proposing, debating, and passing laws that govern the state. Its duties include formulating the state budget, levying taxes, and addressing various policy issues such as education, healthcare, and public safety.

Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General

Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General - The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, led by the Attorney General elected by the people, serves as the chief legal advisor for the state. This office is responsible for providing legal counsel to state agencies and officials, representing Pennsylvania in legal matters, and overseeing law enforcement. The Attorney General plays a pivotal role in prosecuting and defending legal actions on behalf of the state, issuing legal opinions, and addressing a broad spectrum of legal issues, including consumer protection, public safety, and environmental concerns.

Supreme Court of Pennsylvania

Supreme Court of Pennsylvania - The Pennsylvania Supreme Court, composed of seven justices, holds the highest legal authority in the state. It interprets laws, shapes legal precedents, and influences a broad range of matters, from constitutional issues to civil and criminal cases, shaping legal precedents and guiding the state's legal landscape. Playing a pivotal role in upholding justice, it ensures the rule of law is fairly enforced throughout Pennsylvania.

The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania

The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania - The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania is responsible for the administration of justice in the state. Its duties include interpreting and applying the law, adjudicating civil and criminal cases, safeguarding individual rights, ensuring due process, and overseeing family law matters. The system operates a tiered structure with various trial and appellate courts, including the Supreme Court, Superior Court, and Commonwealth Court, each serving specific functions in the legal process.

Family Law Attorneys in Pennsylvania