Todd Adam Spivak

Attorney Spivak was highly recommended for my custody case by another lawyer. He helped resolve a complicated and multi faceted custody case due to my criminal charges and previous drug abuse. Attorney Spivak is the consummate professional, who is forthright with potential outcomes. I would highly re...commended using attorney Spivak for any and all legal needs.

As an out of state defendant, I was recently faced with a PFA in Pennsylvania. With occupation as a Law Enforcement Officer and Military Reserves, the issuing of a final PFA order against me would have been career ending. After doing research online, it seemed like hiring Attorney Todd Spivak would b...e a great choice. It turned out to be one of the best decisions I've ever made. After spending almost two weeks discussing the details of the PFA and sharing documents/information via phone and email, I met Attorney Spivak at the Pennsylvania court house the day of the hearing. Immediately upon arrival he began pre hearing negotiations with the Plaintiff that after about 2 hours resulted in the Plaintiff coming to an agreement that has the PFA against me essentially dismissed with no ill effects on my career, all of this without a full formal hearing. I walked into the courthouse with the possibility of termination from my employer and dishonorable discharge from the Military due to the Plaintiffs false accusations. I walked out of the courthouse vindicated and extremely grateful. Mr.Spivak's astute demeanor is a game changer. Thank you again.

After a person, which I cared deeply about, filed bogus police reports and a PFA I was out of my home feeling like I had no rights. It's hard enough trying to understand what just happened let alone who to call or who to trust. I'm a big guy and that was being used against me even though I had no ...priors, I was not arrested the evening of this supposed incident, I left the home voluntarily etc. It's hard for people to understand how after so long in a relationship things can go so bad quickly and you are out looking in. The laws need to change in this area of practice because you really are guilty until proven innocent if you are accused of harassment or physical violence even if there is no evidence or proof. Once finding Mr. Spivak's website and contacting him I knew immediately by his demeanor over the phone that this may the level of competence I was seeking. I provided Mr. Spivak with all documentation I received including the police report for him to review and he asked me to explain the events of the evening in question. After reviewing the case he stated his fees and we proceeded to the PFA hearing. The case was dismissed due to a lack of evidence. We also had a Magisterial Hearing which went good as well. I provided Mr. Spivak with as much information as I could and I think the facts spoke loud and clear. It was and still is a confusing time just trying to understand how things can go so wrong but so far Mr. Spivak has been solid. He has communicated in a clear and professional manner and listens to your concerns and answers any questions you may have. I feel extremely comfortable recommending Mr. Spivak to anybody who may need to confront a similar issue.

Todd Spivak helped me through an extremely complicated case involving two girls who both filed PFAs against me for petty revenge. On top of that, one filed harassment charges. The allegations against me were detailed and seemingly unbeatable, since the two seemed to cooperate in their mission to dest...roy my reputation. Not only did Todd pick up my initial phone call at 10:00 pm the night I found out about these ridiculous charges, he also gave me some counseling on the phone to calm me down. He met me two days later and we built a defense. What should have been a quick process was extended over six months by bungling police reports (made my police in a different county over the phone), untrue accusations of continued contact, and continued abuse of the system. Todd met with me on request every single time I needed to see him. His approach is cautious, professional, and unwavering. In the eventual two hour long CRIMINAL COURT case, Todd not only defended me, but completely discredited both the officer and plaintiff, resulting in a dismissal of all charges. All said and done, there were a total of three court appearances in three months; Todd won all three. An absolute Godsend in court. Todd’s understanding, calm, and tactful demeanor during counseling did a great job at hiding his complete and total ferocity in the courtroom. He called objections for me that surprised everyone- even the judge. The judge sustained every last objection. Conversely, ALL of the plaintiffs’ objections we're all overruled. For the entirety of all the trials I was in, I could count on one hand how many times I even needed to speak! If you're under attack and going to war, Todd isn't just a shield- he's a one man army, navy, and air force. Paying a lawyer hourly would have cost me a fortune, Todd charged one flat fee and was with me without fail 24/7 over the entire ordeal. When I say 24/7, I mean I have spoken to him past midnight, moments after I called him expecting to leave a voicemail and talk the next day. He (and not a secretary) returns calls and emails lightning fast, while explaining each step of the process while weighing the risks with each possible outcome. By the time I had to make a decision with how to continue any particular step, my answer was a no-brainer. Without hesitation I would recommend Todd Spivak over any other lawyer- period. After six months of having to prove my innocence, I walked out of court today (without even seeing the inside of the courtroom) without any further concerns. There is absolutely no way I could thank him enough for his advice, defense, and council. During a time in my life when I seemingly was losing everything, including my previously (and currently) untarnished reputation, Todd was not just a fantastic lawyer, but a great friend, and protector of my sanity. If you are looking for the best, you found him. That was the review I wrote on May 6, 2015, and I am providing an update. Todd Has helped me with the process of expungement over the phone multiple times, as I am doing it myself. (It's a ton of paperwork, however it's do-able and a good deal of it is waiting.) Every time I have called with a question, however small; he has provided an answer. He has also done this free of charge, and asks how other things are going in my life. I have recommended several friends to him, all of which ended up working with him to the best of my knowledge. My friend felt much better about her case for custody, and to my knowledge she won, since she still has her kids. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

I came to Todd during the worst moment of my life. I was unsure of how to prevent my ex-wife from removing me from my son's life, and I was defeated emotionally. Todd never left me hanging, and continues to fight by my side through every court battle. He's a pro. He gives me straight talk with no flu...ff. He has never steered me wrong, and has always been fair. When Todd Spivak walked into my custody proceedings he gave me 1000%. We walked away with more time with my son, and stopped my ex-wife from making me into a victim of International Parental Kidnapping. I would have lost my heart and soul if I lost my son, and thank God for this man - I am able to continue enjoying the presence of my little boy.