Barbara Ann Topinka

Barbara Ann Topinka

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 12 years

Child custody Lawyer at State College, PA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Guardianship ... +2 more

2153 East College Ave, State College, PA

About Barbara

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 12 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 12 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Topinka Law

2153 East College Ave, State College, PA, 16801-7462

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Barbara Ann Topinka's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Heather | September 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Very pleased and would highly recommend

I came to Barbara with a custody matter that needed handled quickly. She was eager to help and listen to my specific situation. She came up with an action plan that I was happy with and stayed on top of communication when I had concerns/questions. Barbara was very nice to work with and knows what... she's doing. I would (and will) highly recommend her to others that are seeking legal help.

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommended custody attorney

Initial consultation was the day after making a phone call. Barbara is passionate, engaged, thorough, and very knowledgeable. I then hired her and have been grateful for her services ever since. Highly recommended.

Posted by Annagayle | February 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Wonderful

Very professional and kind. She makes herself available and cares about her clients. She is informative and discloses all options available. Barbara goes above and beyond what is required of her. I couldn't have asked for anyone better.

Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

I would recommend Barbara Topinka without reservation for all child custody cases.

Barbara has represented me in a series of difficult and challenging proceedings for my unique child custody case. She is so attentive to details, listened to me and addressed every point clearly taking the time to explain things step by step. I feel so confident with her on my side. Barbara is brig...ht, well informed and creative lawyer, she also has empathy and amazing ability to make her clients feel respected and cared for. Mrs. Topinka is the right choice, she is very knowledgeable and compassionate with her clients! I am glad to have her as an asset and would recommend her to anyone going through a family law issue.

Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Exactly what we needed

Attorney Topinka was wonderful to work with. She was totally invested in our case and provided excellent guidance and help. We are very pleased customers and would recommend her as a great attorney to care for your individual needs.

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Barbara Ann Topinka's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ellen Centore

Family lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a skilled attorney who cares deeply about her clients."

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Joseph Scipione

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I've worked with Barbara for several years, she is of the highest caliber of attorney. She has fought many complex battles on her clients' behalf with integrity and dedication."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2013

Juvenile and Family Law Award, Liberty University School of Law

2013

Family Law Service Award, Virginia State Bar, Family Law Section

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Founder, Topinka Law, PLLC

2014 - Present

Managing Attorney, Scipione & Kovalcin, P.C.

2014 - Present

Guardian Ad Litem, Court of Common Pleas, Centre County

Associations

2014 - Present

Centre County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

National Criminal Justice Honor Society

Member

2009 - Present

National Political Science Honor Society

Member

Education

2013

Liberty University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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