Karen L. Ferri

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Karen L. Ferri

4.7
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 44 years

Family Lawyer at Greensburg, PA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony

40 North Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 410, Greensburg, PA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Karen

Biography

Compassionate and experienced attorney serving Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties. We are open for both in person and virtual consultations.

Compassionate and experienced Alimony attorney serving Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties.

Compassionate and experienced Custody attorney serving Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties.

Compassionate and experienced Divorce attorney serving Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties.

Compassionate and experienced Family attorney serving Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 40%

Since 1981 I've handled several thousand domestic relation matters including divorce, custody, support, alimony, and property distribution. I have prepared pre and post nuptial agreements, and represented both plaintiffs and defendants in protection from abuse actions. I have also represented grandparents in custody cases. I have also litigated cases through Superior Court, with several published opinions.

42 years

40%
Divorce and Separation 30%

Since 1981 I've handled several thousand domestic relation matters including divorce, custody, support, alimony, and property distribution. I have prepared pre and post nuptial agreements, and represented both plaintiffs and defendants in protection from abuse actions. I have also represented grandparents in custody cases. I have also litigated cases through Superior Court, with several published opinions.

42 years

30%
Child Custody 20%

Since 1981 I've handled several thousand domestic relation matters including divorce, custody, support, alimony, and property distribution. I have prepared pre and post nuptial agreements, and represented both plaintiffs and defendants in protection from abuse actions. I have also represented grandparents in custody cases. I have also litigated cases through Superior Court, with several published opinions.

42 years

20%
Alimony 10%

Since 1981 I've handled several thousand domestic relation matters including divorce, custody, support, alimony, and property distribution. I have prepared pre and post nuptial agreements, and represented both plaintiffs and defendants in protection from abuse actions. I have also represented grandparents in custody cases. I have also litigated cases through Superior Court, with several published opinions.

42 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 44 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1981

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Meyer, Darragh, Buckler, Bebenk & Eck, PLLC

40 North Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 410, Greensburg, PA, 15601

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Online Presence

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Karen L. Ferri's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

46 Client Reviews

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Posted by William | October 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

5 out of 5

Karen Ferri is an absolute star! She has done more for me in 6 weeks than my last attorney did in 4 years! In court she made the other attorney look like an amateur. I look forward to working with her moving forward..

Posted by Michelle | October 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Awesome

My experience with Karen Ferry was nothing short of outstanding.She is dedicated and meticulous. Karen was extremely professional and knowledgeable.She always went the extra mile to support me in my case. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking legal assistance in a divorce case.

Posted by Laura | October 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney

Karen is the type of attorney you need on your side. Absolutely the best Divorce attorney. She truly cares about you and your financial future. She is thorough, prepared and thinks of all avenues and obstacles that may arise. She explains everything in detail and keeps you informed on every aspect of... the case. If you are looking for someone to be aggressive, knowledgeable, kind to your feelings Karen is your lawyer. I recommend her 100%.

Posted by Brandon | December 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very Professional

Karen was recommended to me and is one of the best recommendations I have ever received. My ex wife's opposing counsel was never prepared and overall incompetent. Karen took a lot of time to prepare, go through every step with me, and provide sound advice how to move forward in the most difficult t...hing I have ever done in my life. Not only that, but she negotiated hard on my behalf when working through joint custody of my children and the equitable distribution and alimony phase of my divorce. I recommend Karen to anyone who is in the unfortunate situation of having to divorce their spouse.

Posted by Daniel | November 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Divorce and Separation Attorney

Karen L. Ferri knows her business very well by knowing the laws concerning divorce and separation procedures! Her knowledge and compassion for her client made it a less stressful experience handling my divorce and separation. She brought the human aspect to the entire process!

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Karen L. Ferri's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan McCloskey

Family lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Karen. We both work for Meyer Darragh. Karen is knowledgeable and experienced with family, custody and divorce law. She is an excellent and strong advocate for her clients."

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Gregory Suher

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Bononi

Unknown lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is very knowledgeable in family law, and she is well respected by her peers."

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Laura Cohen

Family lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Orsatti

Family lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Corey Sacca

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work with Karen on a few different matters. She is always professional and protects her client's interests."

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Sharon Wigle

Family lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent lawyer."

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David Pollock

Alimony lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth McCall

Family lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely thorough and knows the law well. She is a tough advocate."

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Paula Hopkins

Family lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mary Sheats

Family lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is really, really good!"

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Roberta Jacobs-Meadway

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael DeRiso

Family lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Philip McCalister

Family lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan McCloskey

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Gregory Suher

Family lawyer

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Benjamin Orsatti

Family lawyer

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Laura Cohen

Family lawyer

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Sharon Wigle

Family lawyer

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Eric Bononi

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Pollock

Family lawyer

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Corey Sacca

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Elizabeth McCall

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Paula Hopkins

Family lawyer

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Roberta Jacobs-Meadway

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Michael DeRiso

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Mary Sheats

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

1979

American Jurisprudence Award for Excellent Achievement, American Jurisprudence

1977

Senior Leaders Award, Duquesne University Alumni Association

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Meyer, Darragh, Buckler, Bebenk & Eck, PLLC

1984 - 2017

Attorney, Law Office of Karen L. Ferri

1982 - 1984

Attorney, Stokes, Laurie and Cole

1979 - 1982

Law clerk/attorney, Weiler and Dolfi

Associations

2021 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Foundation

Fellow

2021 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Foundation

Fellow

2021 - Present

PBA Family Law Section - Rules Committee

Member

2014 - Present

National Italian American Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

National Council of Jewish Women

Member

2008 - Present

Westmoreland County Bar Foundation

Member

2008 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Foundation

Fellow

2007 - Present

Woman's Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Foundation

Fellow

2005 - Present

Pet Friends

Member

2000 - Present

Westmoreland County Bar Association, Bench Bar Committee

Executive Committee

1996 - Present

Westmoreland County Bar Association, Fee Dispute Committee

Executive Committee

1988 - Present

Westmoreland County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Executive Committee

1984 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1984 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1984 - Present

Westmoreland County Bar Association

Member

1982 - Present

Duquesne University Law Alumni Association

Member

1982 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Member

1981 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2002 - 2008

Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania

Board of Directors

1982 - 1992

Crisis Center North for Victims of Domestic Violence

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Miller V Miller

Mother was permitted to relocate.

HEIN v. HEIN 717 A.2d 1053 (1998)

Trial court decision affirmed

Gancas v. Schultz, 683 A.2d 1207

Primary custody remained with father.

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Education

1981

Duquesne University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Duquesne University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Westmoreland County Bar Association

The Pitfalls and Pratfalls of Fee Disputes

2006

Westmoreland County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Equitable Distribution of Marital Property

2004

Westmoreland County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Spousal Support/Alimony Pendente Lite

Publications

2010

Continuing Legal Education Seminar publication The Pitfalls and Pratfalls of Fee Disputes

2006

Continuing Legal Education Seminar publication Equitable Distribution of Marital Property

2004

Continuing Legal Education Seminar publication Spousal Support/Alimony Pendente Lite

Languages

English

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