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Top-Rated Family Law Attorneys

Our Award Winning Legal Team Makes Your Family Our Priority

Divorce, adoption, even writing a will… family law issues can be both emotional and contentious. You need an attorney who will recognize the urgency of your situation and provide top-notch legal services in a professional, yet compassionate environment. Our firm has been recognized as one of the top family law firms in the Philadelphia area. Thomas Petrelli, Jr. and his team have received both national and local recognition. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers: Super Lawyers is a nationally-recognized peer rating service of attorneys. Lawyers in more than 70 practice areas are nominated for this recognition by their peers. Only the top five percent of attorneys in each state are chosen for this honor.  Thomas Petrelli, Jr. has been recognized in Pennsylvania Super Lawyers since 2015. He was also named among PA Super Lawyers’ Rising Stars each year from 2011 to 2014. Melinda Previtera has been named in Rising Stars since 2016. To be eligible for Rising Stars, an attorney must meet the Super Lawyer standards for achievement and professionalism and be either 40 years old or younger, or in practice for 10 years or less.

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For five consecutive years (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023), Petrelli Previtera has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. This accolade offers a unique perspective into the most successful enterprises within the American economy’s vibrant sector of independent small businesses. Through this recognition, Petrelli Previtera stands alongside past luminaries such as Microsoft, Dell, Domino’s Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Zillow, and more in the annals of the Inc. 5000.

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Martindale-Hubbell’s Gold Client Champion 2017 Award Recipient: Thomas Petrelli, Jr. was awarded Martindale-Hubbell’s Gold Client Champion Award for client satisfaction in the legal industry. Fewer than 1% of attorneys have achieved Martindale-Hubbell’s newest award. This award showcases the firm’s approach and commitment to the best in client service.

Soaring 76 award

The Soaring 76 list by the Philadelphia Business Journal
Petrelli Previtera has been named to the Philadelphia Business Journal’s Soaring list for six consecutive years (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, & 2023). This esteemed annual list showcases the fastest-growing private and public companies in the Philadelphia region.

The Nationa Trial Lawyers
The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40:  Thomas Petrelli, Jr. was named to the “National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40” list published by the American Society of Legal Advocates in both 2014 and 2015. Each year, the top 100 trial lawyers from each state are given the opportunity to nominate young, up-and-coming lawyers to the Top 40 Under 40. Inclusion in the Top 40 Under 40 is based on an attorney’s reputation among his peers, his rankings, and his ratings, as well as his achievements, settlements, and verdicts.

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Avvo Superb Rating: An attorney’s Avvo rating is based on his experience, professional achievements, disciplinary history, client reviews, and peer recognition. Tom Petrelli, Jr. has received Avvo’s highest possible rating of 10/10 superb based on over 30 references both from his peers and from past clients.

Arrive Magazine Top 50 Lawyers in Northeast
Arrive Magazine Top 50 Lawyers in Northeast: Arrive Magazine provides information for business travelers in the Northeastern U.S. Tom Petrelli, Jr. was recognized as in Arrive Magazine’s 2011 list of the Top 50 Lawyers in Northeast. Petrelli Previtera was one of only 20 divorce firms given this recognition.

SuburbanLife Awesome Attorneys
SuburbanLife Awesome Attorneys: SuburbanLife is a series of monthly magazines written for residents of the suburban Philadelphia area. The magazine is best known for its features such as Top Towns, Best Doctors and Awesome Attorneys, which are based on the votes of hundreds of local readers. Philadelphia Divorce Lawyer Thomas Petrelli, Jr. was named to Legal Eagles: Suburban Life’s 2013 Awesome Attorneys in the December 2013 issue of SuburbanLife and has been on the list every year since 2010.

The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers
The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers: The National Advocates is a professional organization comprised of America’s top attorneys who represent individuals and families in the American legal system. This group of attorneys are chosen exclusively by invitation. The National Advocates selects attorneys like Thomas Petrelli, Jr., based on their superior qualifications and leadership.

Petrelli Previtera is ranked 60th on the 2016 Law Firm 500 Award Honoree list
Petrelli Previtera is ranked 60th on the 2016 Law Firm 500 Award Honoree list.
The Law Firm 500 Award Honorees list showcases the top one-hundred fastest growing law firms in America. The published list recognizes law firms that have achieved significant growth in revenues and demonstrate innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to client service. Each nominee was evaluated by an outside accounting firm, and subjected to an identical review process.

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Petrelli Previtera has been selected by Expertise for inclusion on their Best Lawyers list every year since 2017.

Family Law Attorneys for Every Stage of Your Life

When life brings changes, Petrelli Previtera is here for you and your family. Whether you are adopting a child, going through divorce, or planning the future, we can help you find legal solutions to your problems. To learn more, call Petrelli Previtera at 866-465-5395. We look forward to helping you.

Client Testimonials

They are amazing! I highly recommend anyone that is in need of assistance with child support hearings to seek out the expertise and experience of this law firm and staff! They handled my case quickly and I feel that my money was put to good use. Much appreciated! Nothing less than five stars!

Alana Deverson

I just want to say GREAT JOB! She is a no nonsense professional with years of experience that qualifies her as a skilled Family Law attorney. She is seasoned, sensitive, and most of all she cares. She made things easy for me. Definitely recommend!

Kimberly Colby

Overall I was pleased with the results of my divorce case. The entire Petrelli Previtera team truly cares about their clients. Luckily for me, I was paired up with an amazing team helping all the way. If you happen to work with this firm and with the lawyers you’ll be in great hands. It was such an excellent service and it was beyond I expected.

A Family Law Client Chevy Chase , MD

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Philadelphia1845 Walnut Street 19th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103(215) 523-6900view details
Montgomery County516 DeKalb Street Suite C Norristown, PA 19401(610) 924-2870view details
Doylestown123 N Broad Street, Doylestown, PA 18901(267) 938-4480view details
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West Chester, PA. 19380
(610) 431-4012view details
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