About Alisa
Biography
Attorney Petersen is a Pennsylvania Lawyer serving as the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Attorney for MidPenn Legal Services in Carlisle, PA. As the VOCA Attorney, she represents survivors of violence in a variety of litigation including but not limited to: Protection from Abuse, Sexual Violence Protection, Protection from Intimidation, Custody, and Divorce.
She earned her J.D. and a Certificate in Litigation & Dispute Resolution, with a Criminal Litigation Concentration, from Penn State Dickinson Law in May 2020. Due to her dedication to litigation and public interest work, she was named Miller Center Advocate of the Year, received the International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award, and was inducted into the Order of Barristers upon graduation.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
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Payment Methods
- Cash
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 5 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2020
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Location
MidPenn Legal Services
401 E Louther St Ste 103, Midpenn Legal Services, Carlisle, PA, 17013-2625
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Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Compassionate advocate
Attorney Petersen cares about survivors of domestic violence and treats her clients with respect and understanding.
Alisa Lynn Petersen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Atty. Petersen is an excellent advocate for her clients in both negotiations and in the courtroom. Alisa's knowledge of the law serves both her and her clients as it creates confidence in the work and effort she puts forth."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Miller Center Advocate of the Year, Penn State Dickinson Law
2020
International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award, Penn State Dickinson Law
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Associate, MidPenn Legal Services
2018 - 2018
Summer Clerk, Pennsylvania Superior Court
Associations
2022 - Present
CCBA Young Lawyers DivisionTreasurer and Social Chair
2020 - Present
Order of Barristers
2017 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association
2017 - Present
Cumberland County Bar Association
2017 - Present
American Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Education
2020
Juris Doctorate
2020
Certificate: Litigation & Dispute Resolution
2020
Concentration: Criminal Litigation
Speaking Engagements
2020
Publications
2020
Languages
English