I contacted Bob for a consult on a legal matter causing great distress for my family during an already distressing time in our lives. Bob was quick to respond to my phone message. Prior to our consult, he thoroughly reviewed all the documents I sent him as well as any relevant court documents in the county system. During the consult, Bob was friendly, yet focused and professional. His experience and legal instincts were very apparent. While my particular case might have seemed mundane to other lawyers, he treated me like my situation was his highest priority. On top of this, his rates were more affordable than other attorneys I have recently worked with.
Bob Raver represented me in my divorce, and I was beyond happy with the service he provided during a very challenging time, and despite the difficulties my case presented. The key points: He has a calm demeanor, yet at the same time is exceptional at developing and implementing a solid case strategy, and is as legally aggressive as needed without ever being over the top. This was key, as divorce can bring out of the worst in people, and he stuck to the strategy rather than responding to any meaningless but inflammatory comments/actions from the opposing side - and helped me to do the same. He not only had great ideas for strategy and approach, but was always willing to hear my thoughts and give them due consideration, or alternatively, tell me why he did not think they were good ideas. He was fantastic with follow-through, always communicated case status, and did a great job handling my case. From everything I have heard, he is extremely well respected by other attorneys and court staff. Needless to say, I would recommend him to my friends and family without hesitation.
Robert D. Raver, Esquire is an Attorney and the owner of Raver Law Firm PLLC. His practice spans all aspects of divorce, including equitable distribution, custody and support. Bob also negotiates and drafts prenuptial, postnuptial, property settlement, and marriage settlement agreements. In addition to his work on cases, Bob is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Allegheny County Bar Association, and participates in the Family Law Section and Young Lawyers Division of the ACBA.
A natural writer and lecturer, Bob frequently authors articles and speaks on family law topics. Bob served as an articles/comments editor for the Pennsylvania Family Lawyer, the official quarterly publication of the PBA, and he has contributed multiple case notes to the publication. Bob has presented and prepared materials for the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section semi-annual meetings on four (4) occasions. Bob has also taught Tax Aspects of Separation and Divorce to accountants and attorneys in the Pittsburgh area.
Bob received his Juris Doctor from the Duquesne University School of Law, where he served as a member of the Family Law Society. He remains an active member of the alumni association and he currently judges first-year oral arguments. He received a Bachelor of the Arts Degree in Political Science and International Studies and from Penn State.
Bob lives in the North Hills with his Wife, Shayna, and their son, Ben. Bob enjoys an active lifestyle; he counterbalances his hours spent in the office and courtroom by competitively cycling. Bob grew up playing hockey, and is a deeply devoted fan of the Pittsburgh Penguins. Go Pens!
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| Consulted Attorney
Absolutely outstanding!
I contacted Bob for a consult on a legal matter causing great distress for my family during an already distressing time in our lives. Bob was quick to respond to my phone message. Prior to our consult, he thoroughly reviewed all the documents I sent him as well as any relevant court documents in the county system. During the consult, Bob was friendly, yet focused and professional. His experience and legal instincts were very apparent. While my particular case might have seemed mundane to other lawyers, he treated me like my situation was his highest priority. On top of this, his rates were more affordable than other attorneys I have recently worked with.
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Posted by Steve | April 6, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent attorney - I highly recommend
Bob Raver represented me in my divorce, and I was beyond happy with the service he provided during a very challenging time, and despite the difficulties my case presented. The key points: He has a calm demeanor, yet at the same time is exceptional at developing and implementing a solid case strategy, and is as legally aggressive as needed without ever being over the top. This was key, as divorce can bring out of the worst in people, and he stuck to the strategy rather than responding to any meaningless but inflammatory comments/actions from the opposing side - and helped me to do the same. He not only had great ideas for strategy and approach, but was always willing to hear my thoughts and give them due consideration, or alternatively, tell me why he did not think they were good ideas. He was fantastic with follow-through, always communicated case status, and did a great job handling my case. From everything I have heard, he is extremely well respected by other attorneys and court staff. Needless to say, I would recommend him to my friends and family without hesitation.
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"Bob Raver is an experienced, personable and highly skilled attorney who cares about his clients. Bob understands the value of being collaborative whenever possible, but is aggressive when necessary. Bob is experienced in advocating for his clients in intense litigation in complex and contentious divorce, support and custody matters, and is also a skilled negotiator when attempting settlement. Bob is responsive to his clients and to other attorneys, and well respected in the family law community."