Jamie Lynn Spero

Jamie Lynn Spero

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

310 Grant Street, Suite 3130, Pittsburgh, PA

About Jamie

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 21 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2004

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Location

Cordell & Cordell, P.C.

310 Grant Street, Suite 3130, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219

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Jamie Lynn Spero's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kalyn | July 8, 2013

Excellent lawyer for a very complex case

Attorney Jamie Spero was my lawyer for a very complex case... After my dad passed away in 2012, I his daughter and Executrix was left with two life insurance policies to transfer into the estate; one he held on myself and one on my sister. I soon learned that deep in the insurance paperwork there was... a contingent owner which was my dads ex wife. they divorced in 2004. You can only imagine what this must have felt like or me. How could this woman benefit from my dads death like this? Well, after bad advice from my estate attorney, I found Jamie. Thank god! She took on my case even though we weren't certain what the outcome would be. After all, we were taking on a HUGE insurance giant and vindictive ex-wife but she came through for me! I knew my dad would want those policies with his girls and not with a ex-wife that would only cash them out and run. She did everything right and by the law making sure that every step had no holes that another attorney could fault us for. She was always professional and kind, in-fact her whole staff was and it really took the pressure and stress out of my dad to day dealings with the estate which was such a relief. She was extremely organized and knowledgeable about the law in my rare circumstance. Jamie really performed well the day of trial. One week later, the judge ordered the policies transfer into the estate!!! I would recommend her to anyone who needs family lawyers who will fight for you in the toughest of times!

Posted by Nicole | June 27, 2013

Saved my case!

In the middle of a very messy divorce/custody battle I left a terrible lawyer and found Jamie. Immediately upon hiring her things turned around for me and my 4 year old son. Jamie is an amazing lawyer. She is very easy to work with and truly cares about her clients. The same can be said for the entir...e staff at Lisa Marie Vari & Associates. I am very grateful to have had them on my side

Posted by Michael | May 13, 2013

Jamie is the greatest!

Jamie is the greatest. She did what I asked and what my daughter deserved! I am so happy that she is my attorney!!! I wouldn’t hire any other!!! She knows everything there is to know about child custody laws and is very organized and I have never seen anybody takes note while in the middle of court l...ike she does!!! She is amazing!!! Find out for yourself and you’ll see!!!

Posted by Jenna | April 14, 2013

Thank you Jamie!

Thank you so much Jamie for helping me and my son. I really don't know what we would have done without your help! I was really scared but you made me feel so much better. You did an awesome job. I had the best lawyer around! I am so thankful for you and all your help. I am sending a picture so y...ou can always remember the little boy that you helped!

Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2012

Blessing from God

I hired Lisa Marie Vari & Associates to represent me in a child support case. I got fantastic service from the entire staff. I was really worried about my case, but my Attorney Jamie Spero fought hard for me and got the PA child support order that my son deserves. I recommend this law firm t...o anyone who wants compassionate service from family law lawyers who will fight hard for you!

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Jamie Lynn Spero's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Thornburg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Dunkle

Child custody lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Spero is an experienced family law attorney in the Pittsburgh area. She has a reputation for taking care of her clients. She is also respected by her colleagues, evidenced by her numerous nominations as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. I highly recommend Attorney Spero to anyone looking for a family law attorney in Western Pennsylvania."

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Laura Callava

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jamie is an excellent attorney. She is extremely hard-working, dedicated, and truly cares about her clients. I endorse Jamie without reservation."

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William Price

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Spero is bright, compassionate and conscientious. I have known her for over 20 years."

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Gary Gerson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jamie is a very experienced and talented family law attorney. She is always prepared and professional."

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Matthew Logue

Unknown lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nydia Streets

Family lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jamie's knowledge of family law coupled with her accounting background is invaluable to clients who are facing financial issues in their case. Jamie is very helpful and is always willing to listen. Best of all, she's a great person. I endorse her 100%."

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Jill Rosenthal

Family lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Attorney Jamie Spero for three years on numerous Pennsylvania family law cases involving divorce, PFAs, spousal support, child support, and child custody. Her background in finance combined with her extensive knowledge of Pennsylvania family law makes her an exceptional family law lawyer. Attorney Spero is extremely organized and proficient in handling complex matters, including complex support cases. She is committed to her clients and works hard to ensure that she achieves positive results. I strongly recommend utilizing Attorney Spero."

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Lisa Vari

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have personally supervised Attorney Jamie Spero since May of 2003 when she was attending Duquesne University School of Law and started at my PA family law firm as a law clerk. Attorney Spero's background in accounting, her strong work ethic, attention to detail, and knowledge of Pennsylvania family law has made her a superb PA family law attorney and excellent advocate for her Pennsylvania divorce, child support, spousal support, child custody, property division, business valuation and other PA family law clients. Further, her thorough understanding of the local court procedures in Allegheny County, Beaver County, Butler County, Westmoreland County, and Washington County truly make her an excellent Pennsylvania family law lawyer. I am very proud that she was recognized by fellow PA family law attorneys as a "Rising Star" and honored that she remains an associate at my firm."

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William Price

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Nydia Streets

Family lawyer

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Jill Rosenthal

Family lawyer

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Lisa Vari

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2014

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Divorce Law, Lead Counsel Rated

2013

Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2008

Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Associate Attorney, Cordell & Cordell, P.C.

2004 - 2015

Senior Associate Attorney, Lisa Marie Vari & Associates P.C.

Associations

2004 - Present

American Bar Association

2004 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

2004 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Education

2004

Duquesne University School of Law

Juris Doctor

2000

Robert Morris College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2009

Pennsylvania Bar Institute

Tax Laws for the Family Law Practioner

Publications

2010

Pittsburgh Legal Journal Geiser v. Geiser

2006

Pittsburgh Legal Journal Casto v. Lobaugh

Languages

English

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