Lisa M. Standish

Lisa M. Standish

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Family Lawyer at Wexford, PA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Mediation, Child Custody

10475 Perry Highway, Suite 101, Wexford, PA

About Lisa

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 26 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Lisa Standish

10475 Perry Highway, Suite 101, Wexford, PA, 15090

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Lisa M. Standish's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | February 7, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Run don’t walk away from this fraudish

Wanted to point out that there are no recent reviews for this attorney. The reason being that she has stopped following ethical principles and freely cutting corners and functioning as a siphon or spokesperson for sole custody to fathers movement. Maybe she is sponsored by the AFCC also.

Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Anonymous

Lisa & Marissa communicated promptly, in ways that I could more clearly understand, and with consideration to how and when in order to be financially prudent. They were both frank but kind, on the ball with the nuances of courts during the pandemic, and sensitive to the needs of my circumstances. Not... only would I refer them to others, but I already have.

Posted by Don | February 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

AN OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL

Excellent job. Attorney Standish was the third lawyer I hired in my divorce case. The other attorneys were sending huge bills for unnecessary correspondence, and motions. They let the other side run wild and didn’t put a stop to it. Just ran those ridicules bills up. Met with Attorney Standish and ...described my case and She saw what was going on. We had a discussion on where this would go. I hired Her and long story short, Attorney Standish in short order got it done. Much to my satisfaction, and at a reasonable cost. When you hire Her she is definitely an advocate for you.

Posted by Amy | January 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend Lisa!

Lisa has represented me on a divorce and also advised me with custody matters. I highly recommend her services- if you have the opportunity to have her as your lawyer, don't hesitate to take it! She is very knowledgeable and a strong advocate for her clients, as well as being compassionate regardin...g the human elements her clients face during difficult circumstances. Lisa doesn't drag things out and is respectful of my finances, which is important to me. She does exactly what I need her to do and not anything more- I so appreciate her integrity in not trying to run up a big bill. Lisa is also responsive in a timely manner- if you have worked with other lawyers, you know that is not always the case! She really is a rare gem in this field. I have also worked briefly with Marissa and have found her to be exceptional and to emulate the same great ethics. Shout out to Kara, too- always pleasant to deal with :) An amazing team all around!

Posted by Chuck / Gretchen | August 4, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Relocation Custody Hearing

Lisa was and is a wonderful attorney all around. My wife and I were faced with a relocation hearing for my daughters from my ex wife . The children were excelling in school and growing up with a mutual 50/50 agreement until the ex wife pulled this card Lisa met with my wife and I many times reassu...ring use and being supportive. She took charge and pulled the facts together , got us ready with pre-trial went and represented to the T . Her closing statement was well written and highlighted the final winning argument. Needless to say we won I can't express my gratitude for her service and professional I received from her and staff. Thank you so much Lisa ....

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Lisa M. Standish's Lawyer Endorsements

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Walter Hnot,

Child custody lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Robert Galbraith

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Attorney Standish was very professional and courteous as we worked to settle a case on behalf of our respective clients. I found her to be knowledgeable and honest and can state that she is a highly qualified and respected attorney in the area."

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Nicole Boyle Kairys

Family lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Lisa is extremely knowledgeable and professional. I endorse this lawyer."

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Bradley Hillman

Unknown lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is an excellent attorney and an asset to the legal community."

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Heather Schmidt Bresnahan

Family lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is very knowledgeable and professional and is a pleasure to work with."

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Brooke McMorrow

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Lisa. She is a patient and kind person who is reasonable and a strong advocate for her clients. We have worked on opposing sides of collaborative divorce cases and work extremely well together while zealously representing our clients. I would highly recommend Lisa for family law matters."

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Daniel Joyce

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Lisa Standish. She's intelligent, compassionate and understands the process of helping her clients from start to finish."

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Laura Robbins

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is an experienced attorney who fights for her clients."

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Patricia Henk

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is an excellent family law attorney."

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Alicia Nocera

Family lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred several people to Lisa for their divorces and custody issues. I hear nothing but high praise for how she handled their cases. Everyone says she is very professional and does not drag the case out. She is upfront about her fees and is very kind and compassionate to her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Lead Counsel Family Law, Lead Counsel

2015

Lead Counsel Divorce, Lead Counsel

2015

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Lisa Standish

2004 - 2010

Partner, Kowall & Standish

1999 - 2004

Associate, Kowall & Associates

1996 - 1999

Law Clerk, Begler Kowall

Associations

2014 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Southwestern Representative for Collaborative Law Group

2014 - Present

Collaborative Solutions North

Founding Member

2014 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Chairperson Collaborative Law Commitee

2014 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member of Collaborative Law Section

2014 - Present

Collaborative Law Association of Southwestern Pennsylvania

Member of Pro Bono Commitee

2012 - Present

Collaborative Law Association of Southwestern Pennsylvania

Chairperson on Retreat Commitee

2012 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association, Alternate Dispute Resolution Committee

Member

2012 - Present

Collaborative Law Association of Southwestern Pennsylvania

Chairperson of the Policies & Procedures Commitee

2010 - Present

Collaborative Law Association of Southwestern Pennsylvania

Member of the Executive Council

2010 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association, Collaborative Law Committee

Member

2008 - Present

Collaborative Law Association of Southwestern Pennsylvania

Member

2008 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2005 - Present

Pittsburgh Matrimonial American Inn of Court

Member

1999 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member Family Law Section

1999 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Education

1998

University of Pittsburgh

J.D.

1995

Washington and Jefferson College

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

Winter CLE

Allegheny County Generations Program

2015

Bench Bar

The Lawyers Ethical Obligation to Describe Process Options to their Clients

2014

Bench Bar

The Use of Collaborative Practice in Civil Litigation

2013

Winter CLE

The Use of Collaborative Practice in Estate Disputes

Publications

2012

North Hills Monthly Collaborative Law

Languages

English

Activity

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