Lancaster County Family Lawyer
Family law cases in Lancaster County often involve assets and circumstances that set them apart from cases in other parts of the state. Family businesses passed through generations, agricultural land, real estate holdings, and retirement savings built over long marriages all require careful legal handling. At Petrelli Previtera, LLC, we represent clients in Lancaster, Lititz, Ephrata, Manheim, and throughout Lancaster County in divorce, child custody, equitable distribution, alimony, child support, and related family law matters.
Lancaster County family law cases are heard at the Lancaster County Courthouse on North Duke Street in Lancaster. Our West Chester office provides access for Lancaster County clients via Route 30, approximately 55 minutes away. We schedule meetings, including evening and weekend appointments, to accommodate our clients’ schedules and regularly appear in Lancaster County courts.
How We Help Families in Lancaster County
Divorce. We guide Lancaster County families through every step of the divorce process under Pennsylvania law. For couples who agree on the major terms, a mutual consent no-fault divorce can be completed 90 days after both spouses file affidavits. When one spouse is not ready to consent, the other can pursue a unilateral no-fault divorce after a one-year separation. In Lancaster County, where many families have deep community ties and shared financial interests, we work to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting our clients’ rights. Learn more about divorce in Pennsylvania.
Child Custody. Custody disputes in Lancaster County are governed by Pennsylvania’s 16 best-interest factors, and we help parents focus on the ones that will carry the most weight in their case. Custody arrangements must address physical custody, legal custody, school enrollment, medical decision-making, holiday schedules, and vacation time. For parents in different parts of the county or in different school districts, these logistical details matter. We also handle relocation cases, which arise when a parent wants to move a significant distance and must petition the court under Pennsylvania’s relocation statute. Learn more about child custody.
Equitable Distribution. Lancaster County families dealing with property division may hold assets that require specialized valuation. Family farms, small businesses, commercial real estate, retirement accounts, and pension benefits must all be identified, valued, and classified before the court can divide them under Pennsylvania’s 11 equitable distribution factors. We work with appraisers and financial experts who understand agricultural and business valuations, and we develop distribution proposals that account for tax consequences and long-term financial stability. Learn more about equitable distribution.
Alimony and Spousal Support. The court considers 17 factors when determining alimony in Pennsylvania, and in Lancaster County, cases often involve marriages of significant duration where one spouse’s earning capacity has changed substantially during the marriage. Whether you are seeking support or expect to be asked to pay it, we present a detailed financial picture that reflects the realities of both parties’ situations. We handle spousal support claims during the divorce as well as post-divorce alimony determinations. Learn more about spousal support.
Child Support. Child support in Pennsylvania uses an income shares model that considers both parents’ net incomes. In Lancaster County, cases frequently involve parents who are self-employed, own family businesses, or have fluctuating income. These situations require a more detailed analysis of income than a standard wage earner’s case. We help parents establish accurate support orders and pursue modifications when warranted.
Why Families in Lancaster County Choose Petrelli Previtera
Petrelli Previtera is an Inc. 5000-recognized firm that focuses exclusively on family law. Our attorneys have worked in Lancaster County since 2006, and we understand the local legal community. We offer appointments that accommodate Lancaster County clients and handle every court appearance in person.
Family law is all we do. Our attorneys, paralegals, and support staff work on family law cases every day, across multiple states. That focus produces a level of preparation and institutional knowledge that benefits every client.
Communities We Serve in Lancaster County
Lancaster | Lititz | Ephrata | Manheim | Elizabethtown | Strasburg | Quarryville | Columbia | Mount Joy | Marietta | Leola | New Holland | Denver | Gap | Terre Hill | Akron | East Petersburg | Millersville | Willow Street
Schedule a consultation to discuss your Lancaster County family law matter.
