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Jill Rosenthal
also known as Jill Schiffman Rosenthal
About Jill
Biography
Ms. Rosenthal graduated summa cum laude in 2005 from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Development Psychology. While attending Pitt, Ms. Rosenthal was a Pittsburgh Pathfinder, a member of the Golden Key National Honor Society, a member of the National Collegiate Society of Scholars, a member of the Child Development Association, and a member of the Alpha Delta fraternity. Pursuant to her interests in child psychology and family dynamics, Ms. Rosenthal completed several graduate level courses in the field of Applied Developmental Psychology. Ms. Rosenthal was fortunate to train under one of the leading court-appointed child custody psychologists as her professor and mentor. She is currently a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association, the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the ACBA Family Law Section Children's Issues Sub-Committee.
Ms. Rosenthal was a law clerk at a family law firm in Pittsburgh prior to her current employment . She began her employment as a law clerk with Lisa Marie Vari & Associates, P.C. in November 2007 and accepted a position as an Associate Attorney with the office in October, 2008 after receiving her Juris Doctorate degree and passing the Pennsylvania Bar Examination. Training and experience in the area of psychology and child development renders Ms. Rosenthal uniquely qualified to work with families undergoing the stressful process of establishing custodial rights. Training in psychology and child development also permits Ms. Rosenthal to work closely with your family and understand and address the needs of clients and their child. Ms. Rosenthal is experienced in reading, reviewing, and critiquing court-ordered evaluations, such as the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 (MMPI-2), of parents and other custodial persons. Ms. Rosenthal is also experienced in representing clients with various other family law related issues including but not limited to divorce, equitable distribution, support, surrogacy contracts, paternity establishment, and same-sex related issues.
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 17 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Cordell & Cordell
310 Grant Street, Suite 3130, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219-2908
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Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Poor service for a high cost
I hired Ms. Rosenthal through Cordell & Cordell and worked with her for one month before telling her I would not be pursue my divorce through her. The cost was $3000 for not one piece of paper that was correct and no filing with the court. The agreement had mine & my wife's names spelled wrong, someo...
Posted by anonymous | June 05, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Jill - thank you for everything!
Thanks Jill. And thank you for everything. I want you to know how great you have been!! I have been so pleased with how you have handled my case. I have full confidence in you and your capabilities and I thank you for everything!
Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2013
Professional and honest!
Jill Rosenthal has done a fabulous job representing me for the past three years. She is personable, caring, professional, and above all, honest. She has given me great and creative advice when dealing with very sensitive issues. I would recommend her to anyone.
Posted by Anthony | May 16, 2013 | Family
Incredibly responsive, genuinely caring and very knowledgable!
Within the first 5 minutes of meeting Jill I felt a sense of calm in very turbulent times. For the record, I have gone through 3 other family law firms and did not feel comfortable with them and Jill made the decision very easy. I immediately retained her and Lisa Marie Vari & Associates and it was...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very thankful I hired her!
I hired Jill to represent me because I did not want to take any chances. I am very glad that I did so. At a hearing in my case unexpected complications arose. Attorney Rosenthal was very calm and professional under unexpected and changing circumstances. She handled the over-the-top behavior and t...
Jill Rosenthal's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jill is an excellent advocate. She is always prepared and knows her clients' cases inside and out. She has earned a much deserved reputation as a high quality attorney. Her reviews on Avvo speak for themselves."
"I endorse this lawyer as being qualified in all aspects of family law."
"Jill is an incredibly knowledgeable Pennsylvania Family Law Attorney with a special focus in PA Child Custody. Jill is a passionate advocate for her client's interests and has impeccable instincts when it comes to case strategy. I've worked with Jill on child custody issues, as well as divorce, child support, spousal support, and protection from abuse matters. I can speak highly of Jill's drive to negotiate amicable settlements as well as her zealous advocacy skills in the courtroom. I would highly recommend Jill Rosenthal to anyone looking for a PA family law attorney who will provide honest and sound legal advice and who will fight tirelessly on their behalf."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jill is professional, thorough and very intelligent. She is committed to getting the best results possible for her clients and genuinely cares about their concerns. Most importantly, she is a great person. I endorse her without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have supervised and worked with Ms. Rosenthal since she commenced her employment with our office as a law clerk over three years ago. Her background in psychology makes her attentive to the needs of clients with family law matters, especially those with custody issues. She is hard working, dedicated, and reliable. She ensures that her clients are always kept informed and up to speed regarding the progression of their case. She endeavors to work with her clients to develop a successful resolution of whatever issues they may have so as to avoid the stress and financial strain that comes with extensive litigation. However, in the event litigation is required, she provides clients with orderly, efficient, and compentent representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Jill Rosenthal worked for me a a law clerk during college. Since her graduation from law school, I have worked wtih Attorney Rosenthal in a professional capacity on several occassions. She is a diligent, consciences, and ethical Pennsylvania family law attorney. Her understaniding of family law and her commitment to her client's needs make her an excellent advocate and a successful lawyer. I have referred clients to Ms. Rosenthal and have been pleased with the results. I will keep refering my clients to Ms. Rosenthal for all of their divorce, PFAs, spousal support, child support, and child custody needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have personally supervised Attorney Jill Rosenthal for the past several years and have witnessed her growth from a young associate attorney who assisted the senior attorneys with their Pennsylvania family law cases to the point where she is today - an experienced family law attorney working with her own client case load. I have and will continue to refer Pennsylvania divorce, spousal support, child support, child custody, or other PA family law cases to her."
Experience
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Associate Attorney, Cordell & Cordell
2008 - Present
Associate Attorney, Lisa Marie Vari & Associates, P.C.
2007 - 2008
Law Clerk, Lisa Marie Vari & Associates, P.C.
2006 - 2007
Law Clerk, Pollock Begg Komar Glasser, LLC
2004 - 2005
Law Clerk, Schiffman & Wojdowski
Associations
2012 - Present
Matrimonial Inns of Court
2012 - Present
Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
Allegheny County Bar Association
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Allegheny County Bar Association Children's Sub-Committee
Education
2008
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2013
Monthly meeting
Psychological evaluations
2011
Monthly Section Meeting
Paternity
Publications
2009
Pennsylvania Bench Bar
Custody Case Law Update
Languages
English