Hilary Peery Vesell

Hilary Peery Vesell

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Hershey, PA
Practice Areas: Family

310 West Chocolate Ave., Hershey, PA

About Hilary

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Family 100%

women's rights and family law attorney

16 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 15 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 22 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2003

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Vesell Law LLC

310 West Chocolate Ave., Hershey, PA, 17033

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Hilary Peery Vesell's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sharon | May 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I am forever grateful for Hilary Vesell!

The moment I left Hilary's office in December of 2015, I knew I finally found the individual I needed in my life. After bearing 8 years and 14 various attorneys, Hilary was the legal representative who finally respected me as a woman, took every aspect of my lawsuit seriously, was constantly attenti...ve to my concerns, and truly worked for justice for me. My case was extremely complicated after being ignored by many for years, and she had a tremendous and tedious road ahead. I lost almost EVERYTHING I owned, due to an explosion of my family restaurant business, established in 1939 by my grandparents. Emotionally, physically and physiologically...I was destroyed after almost 9 years of fighting the system. Every previous attorney succumbed to the pressure of going up against "big business." Hilary, never once, backed down or lost hope in her ability to bring justice to my life. Amazingly, she was in constant contact with me, kept me informed on everything immediately, and explained my options in decision making fully. She was able to bring my lawsuit into the courtroom within the year, something I waited for 9 long years. During the week long trial, Hilary was TOTALLY stellar. Her courtroom approach, style of questioning, superb intelligence, and connection with the jury was amazing. The witnesses she subpoenaed were the best, and she proved beyond doubt with each of them, that the defendant was responsible for damages. Her closing arguments left everyone motionless...the jury included. The jury decision was unanimous in my favor...and 100% by each juror. They had even requested to the judge...the opportunity to reward me more than my damages totalled. After 9 gruelling, destructive hardship years...my nightmare was finally over! I would HIGHLY recommend Hilary Vesell for the attorney to help anyone with the justice they need in their life. She possesses dedication, understanding, intelligence, knowledge of law, honesty, the power to stand up to opposition, and most important...she believes in and brings justice to your life. I am FOREVER thankful for Hilary...and always will be!

Posted by Michelle | June 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My Attorney Hilary Vesell got the job done with excellence.

Hilary won my case when I was previously told by another attorney that I probably didn't have a case. Hilary Vesell fought long and hard for me and did not give up. She maintained a positive attitude and outlook from the beginning to the to the conclusion of my case. Yes, we won and I am very happy a...nd grateful for my attorney. In life things are sure to happen whether good or bad. I will certainly seek Hilary" s help in the future if I or my family or friends are ever in need of legal help. God bless Hilary Vesell

Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

I chose Atty Vesell to represent me during my divorce. Her knowledge and expertise were outstanding. Her compassion for my situation helped me through a long and difficult divorce. I would highly recommend Hilary for any of your legal needs.

Posted by Todd | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Insurance settlement

Our company had tried to enlist two attorney's for a bad faith claim against our insurer prior to meeting Hillary. The first attorney was from a larger firm that only handled insurance claims. After a hefty retainer and 90 days, my suit was yet to be filed nor was the insurer even notified we had hir...ed counsel. The second attorney felt my needs were too hard to research and requested an even higher retainer. When i met with Hillary, I explained my small business loss from a catastrophe. Within a week she prepared and delivered demand letter to our insurer. Once Hillary received a boiler plate response from our insurer, she filed our suit on the insurer within 5 days. 60 days later, our 18 month old claim was settled convincingly and satisfactorily. Hillary has fully earned our trust, respect and admiration. Hillary is an attorney that focuses on her clients needs and refuses to allow her clients to be dismissed when wronged.

Posted by Collin | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Strong and Sophisticated

Ms. Vesell represented me in court to fight a traffic violation. She was very professional and courteous. With the assistance of Ms. Vesell, the officer and judge were eventually willing to compromise and I was able to get the charge lowered. I highly recommend!

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Hilary Peery Vesell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Sembach

Family lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having worked in the same office as Hilary, I can tell you that Hilary works diligently for her clients. She is a vigorous advocate who has a common sense approach to family law. She explains difficult concepts to clients in an easy to understand manner. She is a fantastic attorney."

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Vincent Monfredo

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Vesell. I have referred multiple potential clients to her and she has always handled the matters diligently, competently, and successfully."

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Seth Springer

Family lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Having appeared against attorney Vesell in matters, I know her to be a very diligent, committed, and highly skilled attorney. I have no reservations referring clients to her in any matter."

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A. Winter

Family lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Hilary Vessell is a true professional who conducts herself in the highest ethics and ideals of the law."

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Matthew Sembach

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Seth Springer

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Select Lawyer, Susquehanna Style Magazine

2016

Legal Leader, Harrisburg Magazine

2015

Legal Leader, Harrisburg Magazine

2015

Select Lawyer, Susquehanna Style Magazine

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Managing Partner, Vesell Law LLC

2010 - 2015

Attorney, Law Firm

2009 - 2010

Legal intern, Howett, Kissinger & Holst

2006 - 2007

Guardian Ad Litem Program, 17th Judicial Circuit

2005 - 2006

Legislative Aid, Florida House of Representative

2004 - 2005

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Bertha Abess Children's Center, Inc.

2002 - 2002

Certified Legal Intern, Legal Aid of Broward County

2001 - 2002

Certified Legal Intern, Family CourtSelf Help Project.Dade County Courthouse

2001 - 2001

Legal Intern, Children & Youth Law Clinic at the University Of Miami School Of Law

2000 - 2004

Mental Health Counselor, Children's Psychiatric Center

1995 - 1995

Internship, Jacob Medinger & Finnegan, LLP

Associations

2018 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Delegate

2017 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2016 - Present

Pennsylvania Association for Justice

member

2014 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Member

2012 - Present

United States Federal District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania

Member

2011 - Present

Dauphin County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2016

Cumberland Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2016

York County Bar Association

member

Education

2002

University of Miami School of Law

JD

1999

Columbia University

MA - Masters

1997

Columiba University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

We Care About Children Campaign

Domestic Violence and Custody Issues: Community, COVID, and Practice Pointers

2019

Pennsylvania Conference of State Trial Judges Annual Meeting

Parental Alienation and Reconciliation (provided written materials)

2019

Dauphin County Bar Association CLE

Reunifying Families in Custody Cases

2018

York County Bar Association Lunch & Learn

Custody: Parental Alienation & Reunification

2018

Berks County Bench Bar

Parental Alienation in Custody Cases

Publications

2016

The Pennsylvania Lawyer The Author Responds

2016

The Pennsylvania Lawyer Summer's in Session: What We're Reading (contributor)

2015

Pennsylvania Lawyer Magazine Mental Illness and the Legal System

2001

Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research Outcome Following Child Psychiatric Hospitalization

2001

General Hospital Psychiatry Variables Related to Outcome Following Child Psychiatric Hospitalization

Languages

English

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