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James W. Cushing
About James
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Family
60%
23 years
Contracts and Agreements
15%
23 years
Employment and Labor
10%
23 years
General Practice
9%
23 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 23 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Faye Riva Cohen, P.C.
2047 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Legal Research, Inc.
2047 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
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James W. Cushing's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | April 4, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very pushy and rude
I spoke with this attorney on an intake call, and by speak I mean he did all of the talking and would not let me get a single word in. It was all of two minutes and he was so argumentative it was not worth the call. Very angry, exhaustive individual.
Posted by Joseph | April 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Unprepared, Unresponsive, Nickel and Dime Operation! (Faye, Rivera & Cohen)
James Cushing was the first lawyer that I saw for my divorce and after discussing my situation I was told that I was in a strong position and to sue for custody, support and divorce at the same time. After paying my retainer of $1,800.00 on Sept 18th. This office did not submit my paperwork to the ...
James Cushing
Replied last April 22, 2021Dear Joseph: I am sorry to read your review. Please call me to discuss the situation so that we may help resolve matters. Please note, however, that we have no record of receiving any payment of $1,800 on September 18 and no payments by anyone called "Joseph" in that time frame. We have no record of any discussion or meeting with someone that fits your description above. I believe that you have mistaken me and/or my firm with another as we have no record of anything that you mention above. I take pride in always being as prepared as possible and being responsive to my clients. Thanks.
Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best Attorney ever!!!!
This attorney was wonderful. Straight forward. Cost efficient and kept me informed. I had a landlord tenant matter that required aggressive action on my part. Mr. Cushing knew exactly what to do. I also referred my son to him for his divorce. He is an excellent Family Law lawyer as well.
Posted by Keit h | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Dedication!
I was referred to James by my company's legal insurance plan (ARAG) for a case regarding the division of property, which in my case was a family pet. It was quite emotional for me, and the first legal issue I really had to deal with. I was quite worried about the process at first, but James explained...
Posted by anonymous | November 2, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Honest, efficient, realistic
Mr. Cushing has provided very honest and direct information. He was very timely and efficient in providing details and has offered an optimistic yet realistic goal for my case.
James W. Cushing's Lawyer Endorsements
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Experience
Honors
2015
Philadelphia Superlawyer: Rising Star, Philadelphia Magazine
2014
Philadelphia Superlawyer: Rising Star, Philadelphia Magazine
2012
Pennsylvania Superlawyer: Rising Star, Philadelphia Magazine
2011
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Rising Star, Philadelphia Magazine
2010
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Rising Star, Philadelphia Magazine
2010
Expert Author, Ezinearticles.com
2010
Superb, Avvo.com
2002
Lena L. Hale Award Winner, Temple University, James E. Beasley School of Law
2001
Distinguished performance in Labor Law, Temple University, James E. Beasley School of Law
2001
Distinguished performance in Trial Advocacy, Temple University, James E. Beasley School of Law
1999
James E. Beasley Scholar, Temple University, James E. Beasley School of Law
1999
Law Faculty Scholar, Temple University, James E. Beasley School of Law
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Research Attorney, Legal Research, Inc.
2002 - Present
Senior Associate, Law Office of Faye Riva Cohen, P.C.
2001 - 2001
Law Clerk, Neil A. Morris Associates
2000 - 2000
Law Clerk, Meranze and Katz
1998 - 1998
Research Intern, Legislative Office for Research Liason, PA Assembly in Harrisburg
1997 - 1997
Intern, Office of Stewart Greenleaf
Associations
2018 - Present
Philadelphia Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair of Case Law Committee
2018 - Present
Philadelphia Bar Association, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee
2007 - Present
Christian Legal Clinics of PhiladelphiaVolunteer Attorney
2000 - 2002
Christian Legal SocietyPresident
Education
2002
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Pennsylvania State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
Lawyers in the Classroom
Lawyers in the Classroom
2017
Johnn Jay Institute
Law and Vocation
2017
11th grade "Lawyer in the Classroom" program
11th grade "Lawyer in the Classroom"
2016
Advanced Family Law
Support, Contempt, and Ethics
2014
Meeting
Red Light Cameras
2012
Christian Legal Society
Faith and Law Practice
2012
Christian Legal Clinics of Philadelphia
Christian Legal Clinics of Philadelphia
2011
Mothers Of Preschoolers
Estate Planning
2010
Panelist for Adoption Sunday
Adoption
2009
Guest speaker for Professor Mu'min Islam's Introduction to Law class at Temple University
Introduction to Law
2009
Guest speaker for Professor Harper J. Dimmerman's Real Estate Law class at Temple University
Real Estate Law
2002
Panelist at Penn State Abington Law Day
Law School
2002
Guest Speaker at a Pierce College paralegal class
Introduction to Law
N/A
National Day of Prayer: 2001, 2002, 2006, and 2007
Prayers for the American Legal System
N/A
Bucks County Technical High School High School Social Studies (annual event each sping since 2000)
Civics: the judicial branch
Publications
2023
The Legal Intelligencer
Recent Pa. Supreme Court Case Changes Course of Pending Adoption Case
2022
The Legal Intelligencer
Court Reviews Proper Service for Parental Rights Termination
2022
The Legal Intelligencer
Court Clarifies How ‘Pass-Through Income’ Is Considered in Child Support
2022
The Legal Intelligencer
High Court Determines What a Gift Is in the Context of Divorce
2022
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
High Court Determines What a Gift Is In the Context of Divorce
2022
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
High Court Determines What a Gift Is In the Context of Divorce
2021
The Legal Intelligencer
Pa. Supreme Court Weighs in on DHS Appeals After ARD Entry
2021
The Legal Intelligencer
Caretaking or Parenting? Pa. Superior Court Weighs In
2021
The Legal Intelligencer
Court Clarifies Unusual Expenses for Support Guidelines Deviation
2021
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Court Clarifies Unusual Expenses for Support Guidelines Deviation
2020
The Legal Intelligencer
Double Trouble: Custody Contempt in a PFA Matter
2020
The Legal Intelligencer
Does a Loss of Consortium Mean a Loss of Confidentiality?
2020
The Legal Intelligencer
Pa. Superior Court: Family Court Notice Must Be Meaningful
2020
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Family Law’s Alphabet Soup: To Spell It Out or Stick with Initials
2020
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Family Law’s Alphabet Soup: To Spell It Out or Stick with Initials
2019
The Legal Intelligencer
Superior Court Navigates ‘Twists and Turns’ in Case Involving Paternity Tests
2019
The Legal Intelligencer
Custody of Nonbiological Children—Burden and Proof Issues
2019
The Legal Intelligencer
Family Law's Alphabet Soup: To Spell It Out or Stick With Initials
2019
The Legal Intelligencer
Finding Attorneys in Contempt for Clients’ Actions in Divorce Case
2019
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Interference With Child Custody or Kidnapping? High Court Sorts It Out.
2019
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
PA Superior Court Says QDRO’s Take Effect Upon Execution of Marital Agreement
2018
The Legal Intelligencer
Don’t Like An Award From Compulsory Arbitration? You Must Appeal
2018
The Legal Intelligencer
Following the 'Wiseman' Standard in Pa. Custody Battles Is Unwise
2018
The Legal Intelligencer
Superior Court Ruling Gives Hope to Custody-Seeking Grandparents
2018
The Legal Intelligencer
Interference With Child Custody or Kidnapping? High Court Sorts It Out.
2018
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Death, Divorce, and the Division of Property In Estates
2018
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Following the 'Wiseman' Standard in Pa. Custody Battles Is Unwise
2018
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Superior Court Ruling Gives Hope to Custody-Seeking Grandparents
2017
The Legal Intelligencer
Stepparents Stepping Up to Pay Child Support
2017
The Legal Intelligencer
Considering Retirement While Paying Child Support
2017
The Legal Intelligencer
Dependent on Child Support in Dependency
2017
The Legal Intelligencer
Parties in Dependency: Proper Notice and Participation Is Essential
2017
The Legal Intelligencer
Enforcing Marital Agreements According to the Law of the Case
2017
The Legal Intelligencer
Death, Divorce and the Division of Property and Estates
2017
Upon Further Review
Redemption Available Immediately After a Sheriff's Sale
2017
Upon Further Review
Redemption Available Immediately After a Sheriff's Sale
2017
Upon Further Review
Vacant Property is Irredeemable after Sheriff Sale, Commonwealth Court Rules
2017
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Stepparents Stepping Up to Pay Child Support
2017
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Doggone It! Court Cannot Condone Canine Custody
2017
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
When Marriages and Relationships Go Bankrupt
2017
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Retirement While Paying Child Support
2017
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Dependent on Child Support in Dependency
2017
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Parties in Dependency: Proper Notice and Participation Is Essential
2016
Legal Intelligencer
Superior Court Allows Child Support Deviation for Inheritance
2016
The Legal Intelligencer
When Marriages and Relationships Go Bankrupt
2016
The Legal Intelligencer
Adult Child Support: Disabled Child and Education Costs
2016
Legal Intelligencer
What Constitutes Mitigation of a Decrease in Earnings for Child Support?
2016
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Fallout for Injuries Sustained by Contractor's Employee
2016
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Federal Courts Interpret Federal Law Even in State Court
2016
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Lacking of Specificity About Specificity
2016
Pennsylvania Family Lawyer
Superior Court Allows Child Support Deviation for Inheritance
2016
Upon Further Review
Unemployment Compensation Ruling Cannot be the Basis for Collateral Estoppel
2016
Upon Further Review
Court Considers New Spouse’s Income to Determine Child Support Obligation
2016
Upon Further Review
Doggone It! Court Cannot Condone Canine Custody
2016
Upon Further Review
The Gist of a Legal Malpractice Action
2016
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
What Constitutes Mitigation of a Decrease in Earnings for Child Support?
2015
The Legal Intelligencer
Pa. Justices Clarify Evidentiary Standard for Child Abuse Registry
2015
The Legal Intelligencer
Post-Trial Relief Post-Remand
2015
The Legal Intelligencer
Superior Court Relaxes Rules for Requests for Admissions
2015
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Sole Legal Custody Means Solo Decision-Making
2015
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Disability Benefits in a Divorce
2015
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Debt Acknowledgment: Going Beyond Limitations
2015
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Coordinating Unemployment Compensation With Severance Packages
2015
Upon Further Review
Court’s Stern Order Ships Philadelphia’s Fire Boat Case Back to Port
2015
Upon Further Review
Burden is Heavy When Considering the Weight of the Evidence
2015
Upon Further Review
Court "Comments" on Social Media Discovery
2015
Upon Further Review
Limiting Legal Malpractice Claims: Applying the Glenbrook Analysis
2015
Upon Further Review
The (Unemployment Compensation) Benefits of Not Minding One's Own Business
2015
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Christian Bible or Nothing, Philadelphia Family Court Says
2014
The Legal Intelligencer
Superior Court Rules Custody Is Permanently Modifiable
2014
The Legal Intelligencer
Priest Finds No Redemption
2014
The Legal Intelligencer
U.S. Justices Allow Public Prayer at Town Board Meetings
2014
The Legal Intelligencer
Justices Carve Out Religious Exemption From the ACA
2014
The Legal Intelligencer
Superior Court Makes Child Abuse Evidentiary Standard Clearer
2014
The Legal Intelligencer
Christian Bible or Nothing, Philadelphia Family Court Says
2014
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Accepting Voluntary Layoff Is Now Involuntary Termination
2014
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
A Primary Custodian Support Obligor
2014
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Dying to Get Divorced
2014
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Unemployment Compensation Isn't Very Charitable
2014
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Statute of Limitations When a Defendant Dies
2014
Pennsyvania Family Lawyer
Dying to Get Divorced
2014
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Acknowledging a Debt to Toll the Statute of Limitations
2014
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Making a Safe Bet When Playing Poker in Pa.
2014
Upon Further Review
Court Does Not "Like" Discoverability of Facebook Accounts
2014
Upon Further Review
Gifts, Loans, and Child Support
2014
Upon Further Review
Proof of Mailing Not Very Taxing
2014
Upon Further Review
Court Teaches School a Lesson On Residences and Buses
2014
Upon Further Review
Certifying Malpractice: All Claims Must Have Merit
2014
Upon Further Review
SCOTUS Weighs in on Police Shooting
2014
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
A Primary Custodian Support Obligor
2014
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Superior Court Rules Custody is Permanently Modifiable (reprint)
2014
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Court Teaches School a Lesson on Residences and Buses (reprint)
2014
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Superior Court Makes Child Abuse Evidentiary Standard Clearer
2013
The Legal Intelligencer
A Look at Recent Unemployment Compensation Cases
2013
The Legal Intelligencer
USPS Listens to Deaf Employees’ Claims
2013
The Legal Intelligencer
Permanent Legal Custody Does Not Necessarily Mean 'Permanent'
2013
The Legal Intelligencer
Peril of Losing Benefits While Vacationing Unemployed
2013
The Legal Intelligencer
Post-Divorce Parenthood: Frozen Embryos Thawed Despite Ex-Husband’s Opposition
2013
The Legal Intelligencer
U.S. Supreme Court Analyzes Definition of ‘Supervisor’
2013
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
The Effect of Retiring on Workers' Compensation
2013
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
A Reminder to File Post-Trial Motions
2013
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Superior Court Offers Refresher Course on Appeals Procedures
2013
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Aggrieved Parties and Their Right to Appeal
2013
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Emancipation's Impact on Child Support
2013
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Is Working on the Sidelines Out of Bounds for UC?
2013
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
I Now Pronounce You Never Married
2013
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Can a Parent Bargain Away Child Support?
2013
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Does a Child-Support Obligation Terminate at Death?
2013
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Can Landlords Discriminate Against Criminal Tenants?
2013
Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
I Now Pronounce You "Never Married"
2013
Upon Further Review
Proving Willful Misconduct in UC Cases: Specificity Required!
2013
Upon Further Review
Money for Injuries During Marriage Are Divisible After Marriage
2013
Upon Further Review
Caretaking Does Not Equate to Custody
2013
Upon Further Review
Alcohol Putting Unemployment Compensation to the Test
2013
Upon Further Review
Strict Compliance with the Municipal Liens Act is Required to Collect
2013
Upon Further Review
Defendant Not at Fault in Default Judgment
2013
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Application of Relocation
2013
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Substantial Evidence Must Convince Court in Child Abuse Case
2013
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Permanent Legal Custody Does not Necessarily Mean “Permanent”
2013
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Emancipation's Impact on Child Support (reprint)
2013
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Caretaking Does Not Equate to Custody (reprint)
2013
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Frozen Embryos Thawed Despite Ex-Husband's Opposition
2012
The Legal Intelligencer
Land Use Matter Taxing for Church
2012
The Legal Intelligencer
Justice is Blind, But is it Also Deaf?
2012
The Legal Intelligencer
Adopting the New Amendments Regarding Post-Adoption Contact
2012
The Legal Intelligencer
Coming of Age: Further Development of the ADEA
2012
The Legal Intelligencer
New Statute Modifies Pennsylvania Child Custody Orders
2012
The Legal Intelligencer
Cheltenham Township Not at Variance With the Law Regarding Church
2012
The Legal Intelligencer
Substantial Evidence Must Convince Court in Child Abuse Cases
2012
The Legal Intelligencer
Is It A-OK Withdrawing From a 401(k) for UC?
2012
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Volunteer Opportunities Around the Philadelphia Region
2012
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Hidden Pictures: Constitutional Issues With the Red-Light Program
2012
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Hearing from the Deaf
2012
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
More Work for Unemployment Compensation Lawyers in the Near Future?
2012
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Real Estate Disputes Between Church and Parish
2012
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Church Bulletin Discount: Discrimination or Good Business?
2012
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
The House Loses?
2012
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
The Pros and Cons of a Cut-Rate Divorce
2012
The Legal Intelligencer Blog
Get ‘Em Out By Friday: Landlord-Tenant Disputes
2012
Upon Further Review
Supreme Court Spotlight: Hosanna in the Highest...Court
2012
Upon Further Review
“Proceeding” to Relocate Under the New Custody Law
2012
Upon Further Review
The Benefits from Sleeping on the Job
2012
Upon Further Review
Court Takes Interest in Contract Case
2012
Upon Further Review
Absolute Paternity Presumption Estopped
2012
Upon Further Review
Physician Hire Thyself
2012
Upon Further Review
Application of Relocation
2012
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Adopting the New Amendments for Post-Adoption Contact (reprint)
2012
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
New Statute Modifies Pennsylvania Child Custody Orders
2012
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Absolute Paternity Presumption Estopped
2012
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
The Pros and Cons of the Cut Rate Divorce
2012
Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
“Proceeding” to Relocate Under the New Custody Law
2011
2011
2011
2011
Upon Further Review
Gross Decision (?)
2011
Upon Further Review
Mens Rea Applies Despite Practice of Religious Norms
2011
Upon Further Review
Till Death Does Your Stuff Part
2011
Upon Further Review
Divorce, Dead Men, and ERISA
2011
Upon Further Review
Hell's Kitchen: Getting to the Meat of the Case
2011
Upon Further Review
Episcopalian Evicted and Vestry Vacated
2011
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
'Til Death Does Your Stuff Part (reprint)
2011
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Divorce, Dead Men, and ERISA (reprint)
2010
Upon Further Review
Double Dipping: Unemployment Compensation and Other Benefits
2010
Upon Further Review
Exceptions to Ecclesiastical Employment Exemptions
2010
Upon Further Review
There’s No Business Like Snow Business
2010
Upon Further Review
The Discoverability of Psychiatric Records
2010
Upon Further Review
Do Non-Parents Have Custodial Rights Over A Child?
2010
Upon Further Review
Ripeness Spoils Church’s Efforts
2010
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Alternative Pleading in a Divorce Action? Not So Fast! (reprint)
2010
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
Do Non-Parents Have Custodial Rights Over a Child? (reprint)
2009
2009
Upon Further Reivew
Episcopalian In-fighting Spreads to Montgomery County Courthouse
2009
Upon Further Review
I Now [Cannot] Pronounce You Man and Wife
2009
Upon Further Review
Lines Drawn Against First Amendment Rights in Public Schools
2009
Upon Further Review
The Hidden Inequity in Unemployment Compensation Law
2009
Upon Further Review
Alternative Pleading in a Divorce Action? Not so Fast! (4/09)
2009
2009
Upon Further Review
Alternative Pleading in a Divorce Action? No so Fast! (reprint 11/09)
2009
The Pennsylvania Family Lawyer (PBA)
I Now [Cannot] Pronounce You Man and Wife (reprint)
2006
The Legal Intelligencer
Employed? Or Not Employed? That is the Question.
N/A
Legal Intelligencer
Superior Court Relaxes Rules for Requests for Admissions
Languages
American Sign Language
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Halloween Cancelled?
10 Oct 2013
Legal Guide
Roger Dean and Avatar Revisited: Copyright Infringement? (with images!)
29 Aug 2013
Legal Guide
Happy Adoptions
25 Jul 2013