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Phyllis Bookspan

Phyllis Bookspan

9.9

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 30% Family
  • 20% Child Custody
  • 20% Child Support
  • 20% Divorce / Separation
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

  • Bookspan Family Law
    150 N. Radnor Chester Rd
    Suite F-200
    Radnor, PA 19087
    Office: 484-431-3959
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About Me

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Family law Attorney, Phyllis T. Bookspan

As a former law professor and a business owner, my job is to employ my unique experience to get the best result for you. I understand the complexities of the... more

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“OUTSTANDING ATTORNEY”

Posted by: Thomas, 4 months ago.

Client Review: Phyllis Bookspan is a dedicated and resourceful attorney. Ms. Bookspan works tirelessly to gather all pertinent facts, research all relevant data,... more
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5 star rating

“smart and caring attorney”

Posted by: a Family client, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: she helped me with support in a case where i did not think I would be entitled to an award. she is responsive, always returns my calls, is smart,... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

2 endorsements


Sara Leigh McGeever

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Sara McGeever , Philadelphia (PA), About 1 month ago
Howard Robert Roitman

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Howard Roitman , Las Vegas (NV), 11 months ago

Résumé

 

License

29 years since Phyllis Bookspan was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Pennsylvania Active 1991 05/14/2013
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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Of Counsel at Bennett & Associates 2009–present
Attorney at Bookspan Family Law 2009–present
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Georgetown University Law Center Law M.L.A. Master of Law Trial Advocacy 1985
Georgetown University Law Center Law JD - Juris Doctor 1983

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Top Lawyer Main Line Today Magazine 2012
Awesome Attoney Philadelphia Suburban Life Magazine 2012
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Board of Advisors Jewish Family and Children's Service 1998–present
Former Board of Directors Delaware Valley Friends School 2006–2011
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Portfolio

Publications

Article Publication Date
Ban Life without Parole The Pennsylvania Lawyer 2011
Too Young to Die, A Look At evolving Standards of Decency and the U.S. Juvenile Death Penalty Delaware Lawyer magazine 2004
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Estate Planning and Divorce American Inns of Court 2011
Cocktail party Chatter Pennsylvania Bar Association 2010
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