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Diana Corinne Schimmel
also known as Diana Schimmel Avena
About Diana
Biography
Actively serving families in the Greater Philadelphi, South and Central New Jersey areas.
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Licensed in New Jersey for 15 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 15 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Martine, Katz Scanlon & Schimmel, P.A.
950 North King’s Highway, Suite 104, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08030
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Diana Corinne Schimmel's Reviews
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Posted by Elizabeth | November 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
Child Custody Case
Finding Diana was truly a blessing during a very trying time. Her knowledge of family law is what I needed and expected – however – she went far beyond that. She listened, she advised and she cared. Diana fully prepared me for my custody case from the first mediation through trial, and always with...
Diana Schimmel
Replied last November 28, 2016Thank you so much for this kind review Elizabeth!!
Posted by Jim | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Super lawyer
I've had a lengthy court battle with my ex over my daughter Diana helped me gain the equal footing I dear er as a father
Diana Schimmel
Replied last November 16, 2016Thank you for the review Jim! It was great working with you!
Posted by Sophia | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
Best Choice for my Family and I
For the last five years, I was handling all of my families legal matters on my own without representation , but I knew I wanted and needed legal help for what I desired. I originally sought out other help, however, that firm told me they could not assist me, but did however, refer me to Ms. Schimmel...
Diana Schimmel
Replied last November 16, 2016Thank you so much Sophia! It has been a pleasure working with you and your family!
Posted by Melinda Previtera | May 29, 2013 | Family
Opposing Counsel
I have had the pleasure of working with Diana to settle a domestic case between our clients. The case could have easily led to a long, highly contentions trial which would have been costly for our clients. Instead, we were able to settle the case saving our clients in attorney fees, stress, and ha...
Diana Corinne Schimmel's Lawyer Endorsements
"Simply said, Diana is an outstanding family law attorney. Highly recommended!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Schimmel is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for her clients."
"I have known Diana for several years now and I cannot help but be impressed by the competent and caring approach she brings to her family law practice. In a field that seems to be oversaturated with attorneys, Diana's excellence stands out from the crowd. She has a genuine passion for all of her clients and loves being able to help them and their families through such a difficult time in their lives. She believes in both equitable and practical solutions to divorce through a collaborative process, if possible. If not, then she is a zealous advocate for her clients' through the litigation process. For this reason, she has already built a very successful practice and will continue this same success for years to come. I highly endorse Diana for anyone who needs help with family law issues."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Diana Schimmel is the consummate professional. It's my great honor to endorse her as one of the top family lawyers in the Philadelphia region. I have referred her numerous clients and they all have glowing things to say about her representation. She's smart, personable and experienced. Family law clients can be extremely demanding but Diana has the perfect temperament and patience to deal with even the most difficult. She is one to keep your eye on."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Diana possesses the unique combination of excellent client relations and superior knowledge of family law that facilitates wonderful results. I have referred several clients to her for family law matters and the results have been consistent with the clients being extremely satisfied and prevailing on the issues they care about. She is the type of lawyer who provides insight to the clients that allows them to understand the process, but is not afraid of being aggressive in the pursuit of her clients' desired ends. She has been and continues to be a reliable and invaluable referral attorney to me and my practice for any family law matters."
"Knowing Diana since law school, I can say that she is a knowledgeable and capable family law attorney, and is sensitive to the needs of her clients who may be experiencing difficult situations."
"I can easily endorse this lawyer. Although I do not know Ms. Schimmel personally, our practices are similar. I have had the opportunity to see her answers to those writing in for legal help and her answers are concise and well thought out."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Schimmel spends significant time answering questions in the Avvo forums. Her answers demonstrate a clear understanding and knowledge of the law. Her answers a clear and detailed. I would recommend her to any person in need of a quality family law attorney in the Philadelphia Area."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Schimmel generously devotes a significant amount of time answering questions on Avvo. Her contributions are thoughtful, insightful, well reasoned and detailed. Her answers indicate that she is very knowledgeable in the field of family law."
"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear from the information that Attorney Schimmel posts on Avvo that she is extremely knowledgeable in the field of family law. I would not hesitate to refer individuals to her who are in need of legal services in the Philadelphia area."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Diana. She was opposing counsel on a support matter which had high conflict parties. We were able to assist our respective clients in reaching an agreed support order and, thereby, avoid further support litigation. In addition, she and I were able to assist our clients in working toward changing their communication styles and methods to reduce conflicts. I enjoyed having Diana on the other side, and I appreciate that she is an attorney who is interested in helping her clients resolve their cases quickly and with a eye toward settlement. I look forward to cases we may have together again in the future."
"Diana is a very intelligent individual who is quick on her feet. She is an excellent negotiator and always finds solutions for her clients. I would recommend her services to anyone that has a family law issue."
"I endorse Diana Schimmel. I know Diana to be a dedicated attorney who gives her client's cases 110 per cent. She knows her stuff and any of my clients who need a pre nup, divorce or custody matter resolved I would refer to Dianna."
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Experience
Honors
N/A
Best Overall Advocate, Widener University School of Law- Intensive Trial Advocacy Program
N/A
Lawyer on the Fast Track, The Legal Intelligencer
N/A
Top Family Law Attorney, Philadelphia Life
N/A
Top Family Law Attorney, Philadelphia Life
N/A
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2011 - 2012
Child Advocate Attorney, The Defender Association of Philadelphia
2011 - 2011
Interim Law Clerk, The Honorable Donna M. Woelpper
Associations
2017 - Present
HelpUsAdopt.org Adoption Professionals CouncilCo-chair
The Field Center for Children's Policy, Practice & Research, Young Professionals Council
Nicholas Cipriani American Inn of Court
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Family Law Section
Philadelphia Bar Association, Family Law Section
Burlington County Bar Association, Family Part Section
Mercer County Bar Association
Education
2010
Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg PA
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
George Mason University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
PA State Trial Judges Annual Convention
Grandparents and Third Party Standing
2011
The Brown Bag CLE Series
Juvenile Dependency- The Juvenile Act Section 2511(a)
Publications
2017
Adoptions From The Heart
3 Benefits of Having an Attorney on Your Adoption Team
2017
Petrelli Previtera Schimmel, LLC
What to Expect During Your Adoption
2017
Family Lawyer Magazine
Building a Better Legal Practice
2010
The Widener Law Journal
“Betting Against the House: A Discussion of the Hurdles Companies Must Face When Trying to Build in the Emerging Pennsylvania Casino Gaming Industry as Exemplified Through HSP Gaming, L.P. v. City of Philadelphia”
2010
Legal Lookout
Handling Adoptions
2010
PA Law Blogs
Pennsylvania Adoption Consent Requirements
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is case law on date of legal separation in divorce re: women who flee the marital home bec of physical/emotional abuse?
13 Aug 2017
Q&A
Do I have any legal standing to adopt my stepdaughter?
13 Aug 2017
Q&A
If there is no resolution in the mediation is what is said in mediation legally binding?
14 Aug 2017