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Hilary Peery Vesell is a trial attorney focusing in family law matters and civil litigation. She has a BA in psychology and MA in clinical psychology both from Columbia University. Hilary received her law degree from the University of Miami School of Law.
Hilary has written several articles that were published in the Pennsylvania Lawyer and Pennsylvania Bar Association Quarterly along with other legal publications. These articles are on the topics of mental illness in the legal system, co-parenting in custody cases, prenuptial agreements, parental alienation, and child sexual abuse allegations in custody cases.
Hilary is admitted to practice in all Pennsylvania courts including the United States Federal District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. She is also admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States. Hilary is a member of the Dauphin County Bar Association, the Pennsylvania Association for Justice and the American Association for Justice. She is also a member of the family law sections of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Dauphin County Bar Association. Hilary was selected by the Judges of the Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas to sit on the 2019-2020 Arbitration Board.
In her community, Hilary serves on the South Hanover Township Zoning Hearing Board, the Manada Conservancy Board, and the Cocoa Packs, Inc. Board. She is a volunteer for the Dauphin County Orphans’ Court Guardianship Pro Bono Monitor Program and is a trustee for Ben and Tim Day. Hilary also supports the Hershey Food Bank and the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area.
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Acquired: 2010
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Acquired: 2003
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310 West Chocolate Ave., Hershey, PA, 17033
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Posted by Sharon | May 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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...
Posted by Michelle | June 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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...
Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2016 | Hired 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
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...
Posted by Collin | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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!
"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."
"I endorse Attorney Vesell. I have referred multiple potential clients to her and she has always handled the matters diligently, competently, and successfully."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Hilary Vessell is a true professional who conducts herself in the highest ethics and ideals of the law."
Criminal defense lawyer
Family lawyer
2016
Select Lawyer, Susquehanna Style Magazine
2016
Legal Leader, Harrisburg Magazine
2015
Legal Leader, Harrisburg Magazine
2015
Select Lawyer, Susquehanna Style Magazine
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
2018 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationDelegate
2017 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2016 - Present
Pennsylvania Association for Justicemember
2014 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
2012 - Present
United States Federal District Court for the Middle District of PennsylvaniaMember
2011 - Present
Dauphin County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2016
Cumberland Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2016
York County Bar Associationmember
2002
JD
1999
MA - Masters
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2020
Domestic Violence and Custody Issues: Community, COVID, and Practice Pointers
2019
Parental Alienation and Reconciliation (provided written materials)
2019
Reunifying Families in Custody Cases
2018
Custody: Parental Alienation & Reunification
2018
Parental Alienation in Custody Cases
2017
2016
2016
2016
2015
2001
2001
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