Diana Corinne Schimmel

Diana Corinne Schimmel

also known as Diana Schimmel Avena

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 15 years

Family Lawyer at Cherry Hill, NJ
Practice Areas: Family

950 North King’s Highway, Suite 104, Cherry Hill, NJ

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 15 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2010

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No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 15 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2010

Active

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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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Compassion

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... my son’s best interest at the forefront. I never felt like I was just another case to her, she made me feel like my case was her priority. Diana’s presence in the court room was strong, confident and reassuring. She was thoroughly prepared and had a clear understanding of the courts procedures and preferences. Thank you Diana!

Diana Schimmel

Replied last November 28, 2016

Thank you so much for this kind review Elizabeth!!

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.... This could not have been better for my family and I. The day we met, Ms. Schimmel did have other clients she needed to prepare for, but she sacrificed some of her personal time and gave me the chance to come and meet with her. From that meeting, I knew she was the best choice for us, because she made herself available to listen to me, what my family and I were facing, and what I desired the outcome to be, and she walked me through each step my process would take. She is very knowledgeable in her field, and has shown herself very capable in action. When ever I have questions or concerns, she is quick to respond to them and provides me with reassuring answers. She is very respectful and sensitive to my family issues and has been there every step of the way. She and her office are professional, accommodating, and I have no complaints, and have much confidence that the result we have been working towards is in clear view.

Diana Schimmel

Replied last November 16, 2016

Thank you so much Sophia! It has been a pleasure working with you and your family!

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Diana Corinne Schimmel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Kron

Child custody lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said, Diana is an outstanding family law attorney. Highly recommended!"

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Leonard Boyer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Schimmel is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for her clients."

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Crispino Pastore

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Douglas Borthwick

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Fishman

Child custody lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Jordan Namerow

Family lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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."

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Eid Qaqish

Family lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Lee Thompson

Family lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Other

"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."

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Josef Hirschmann

Family lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Scott Levine

Unknown lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Randi Silverman

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Bennett Wills

Unknown lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristine Calalang

Child support lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Prince Holloway

Family lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Friend

"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."

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Stuart Carpey

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

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Best Overall Advocate, Widener University School of Law- Intensive Trial Advocacy Program

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Lawyer on the Fast Track, The Legal Intelligencer

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Top Family Law Attorney, Philadelphia Life

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Top Family Law Attorney, Philadelphia Life

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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 Council

Co-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

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

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