Natalie Maureen-Ryan Burston

Natalie Maureen-Ryan Burston

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 17 years

Child abuse Lawyer at Harrisburg, PA
Practice Areas: Child Abuse, Criminal Defense, Family ... +2 more

204 King Avenue, Harrisburg, PA

About Natalie

Biography

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Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 17 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2008

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Location

The Law Office of Natalie Butston

204 King Avenue, Harrisburg, PA, 17109

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Natalie Maureen-Ryan Burston's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alfonso and Tina | May 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

PFA/Custody/ Child Support/Expungement

After hiring and PAYING another lawyer, Natalie was hired and actually DID THE JOB the other attorney was paid to do. She had VERY little time to prepare, but you would never have guessed with how well she was able to handle the case. (defended against PFA in court) So, we tested the breadth of h...er knowledge with custody, child support and expungement. She is amazing. She's compassionate, knowledgeable, professional, and always calm and well poised. You can't help but feel confident when she's handling your case. From paperwork to the courtroom, she's got you covered!

Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate lawyer in the Harrisburg area

Natalie helped me to navigate my divorce during a difficult time with compassion and competence, and I recommend her highly to anyone in the area.

Posted by Kim | October 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing, Caring, Knowledgeable Lawyer

I cannot say enough positive things about Natalie. She really listens to what you have to say, all of your concerns etc. and she always gets back to you in a timely manner with any questions, etc. My husband and I needed to hire a custody lawyer to help our daughter (who was going thru a custody ba...ttle with her ex-husband). I googled top 10 custody lawyers in the Harrisburg area and she came up as one of them. She was the first and only one I met with (I hired her right on the spot) as I knew right away we would be making the best decision ever by hiring Natalie. She of course then met with my daughter and my daughter called me immediately after her meeting and said "mom she is so awesome" I know she truly cares. And I said yes, I felt the same way. We had the utmost confidence in Natalie and it is just such a big weight off your shoulders when you know that for something like a custody battle that you have someone like her in your corner that is going to fight for you. And not just fight but genuinely show compassion as well. She isn't just doing it for a paycheck, but to help you. My daughter said during the entire custody hearing Natalie was professional and composed and anything the other lawyer and her ex-husband tried to rouse them with Natalie handled with her expertise in the law and in the best interest of her client. And when you are in a custody battle you want someone who will fight for you in the way she does, which is by caring, being so very smart and most of all with integrity. I know that she does more than custody as well and I believe no matter what you would hire her for she is the best. FYI my daughter won but she did in a way that was in the best interest of my granddaughter which is all my daughter wanted.

Posted by Tina & Patrick | July 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Custody Case

Natalie Burston is an amazing lawyer. She really listens to you and helps you through the process. We were new to filing for custody and she was really there for us every step of the way and really explained everything and helped us understand what was happening through the whole process. I would hig...hly recommend Natalie Burston to anyone going through custody or family issues.

Posted by Donald | August 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

EXPUNGEMENT

Atty. Burston is exceptionally professional with a personal touch that is uncommon in our society. She listened very carefully to my concerns and request for expungement. She was always timely in the execution of all procedures and continued to contact me with follow-up on a regular basis. I will ...remain extremely grateful for her help.

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Natalie Maureen-Ryan Burston's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa Watson

Juvenile law lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jenni Chavis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Samantha McCarthy

Family lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barry Snyder

Unknown lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Other

"Natalie Maureen -Ryan Burston is an excellent attorney. She is passionate about representing her clients and very skilled. I worked along side her in a clinical seminar and have the utmost trust she will get the job done for you"

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James Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She fights for her clients with passion and is committed to deepening her advocacy skills, such as through her recent training at the Trial Lawyer's College."

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Maureen Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Any attorney who attends Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College is a devoted, caring attorney. Lawyers learn to be outstanding attorneys at this college, a place I frequently find Ms. Burston. She impressed me so much because of her knowledge of the law, her experience, her devotion to her clients, her heart. She really cares for her clients. If she agrees to take your case, consider yourself in good hands."

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Ken Gallon

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer.Natalie and I meet at the Jerry Spence Trial Lawyers College for Direct Examination Seminar and we are both are attending the Jerry Spence Defense of the Damned in June of this year. While at the Seminar for Direct Examination she displayed her abilities to win cases."

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James Nasatka

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Attorney Burston was my supervisor when I was an intern at the Dauphin County Public Defender's Office. I worked with her in various court appearances. She is an outstanding and hard-working attorney that will give her clients all of her attention and work her hardest to achieve the best possible outcome for them. Definitely an attorney you'll be glad to have in your corner if you are facing criminal charges."

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Christopher Flohr

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I was fortunate enough to have Natalie help me with preparation in one of my serious felony criminal cases. Natalie was truly wonderful and has great insight and a hard work ethic. She also possesses a sensitivity and compassion that is often in short supply in the legal community."

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Joshua Schiffer

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Just had the GREAT pleasure of spending a long weekend working on cases with Natalie at an exclusive seminar, and she is AMAZING. Having done this for so long, my Radar for "real deal" lawyers is spot on, and Natalie has everything we want for our clients. Caring matters, because it WORKS."

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Fawn Kehler

Child abuse lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tara Trees

Family lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Natalie is a great attorney and an even better person. I've known Natalie for over 10 years, and she is of the highest professional and personal integrity. I would not hesitate to hire Natalie as my personal attorney. She is extremely knowledgeable, experienced and compassionate."

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Jason Carpenter

Family lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Natalie on a complex family law case recently and found her assistance invaluable. I enjoy collaborating with her and can easily see why clients find her an excellent attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Natalie Burston

2015 - 2016

Judicial Education Specialist, Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts/Pennsylvania Supreme Court

2009 - 2015

Attorney, Dauphin County Public Defender's Office

2003 - 2009

Tax Account Specialist, Pennsylvania Department of Revenue

Associations

2016 - Present

Dauphin County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2011 - 2016

Juvenile Defender Association of Pennsylvania

Board Member (Secretary)

Education

2005

Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg PA

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2010

Fundamentals of a Criminal Law Practice

Juvenile Representation in Pennsylvania

Publications

2016

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (PACDL) Honey!, We Lost the Kids

Languages

English

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