Ayla Julia O'Brien

Ayla Julia O'Brien

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Doylestown, PA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

87 North Broad, Doylestown, PA

About Ayla

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

Divorce, child custody and other family law matters can be highly complex and emotionally draining. We will protect your interests, advocate for your rights, and help you find effective and efficient solutions to your family law matter.

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 17 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 17 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Karen Ann Ulmer, P.C.

87 North Broad, Doylestown, PA, 18901

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Ayla Julia O'Brien's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Peter | December 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Caring and thorough

I worked with Ayla through my divorce. She did an excellent job laying out all my options helping me decide what was best for me. She gave me enough time to ask questions and treated me like a person, not a client. I appreciate her guiding me through the hardest time of my life.

Ayla O'Brien

Replied last December 15, 2020

Thank you very much for the positive feedback. It was a pleasure working with you and I wish you and your family the very best. Please keep in touch.

Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A ray of sunshine on a cloudy day!

I would highly recommend Ayla to represent you for your legal issues. I was in a situation facing possible jail time. We worked closely together and she was very prompt returning my calls. She is professional, knowledgeable and most importantly kind and non -judgmental. The results of her defens...e were in my favor. She looks at home in the courtroom, and made getting through a scary situation easier.

Posted by Erin | May 04, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

MY Divorce Case

My attorney Ayla O'Brien showed herself to be an outstanding assistant to me throughout my lengthy divorce. Continually, Ms. O'Brien displayed to me and the court her professionalism while maintaining a caring, compassionate and responsive demeanor throughout my protracted divorce. She continually ...displayed her knowledge of the Civil Court System while representing me above and beyond my expectations. Ms. O'Brien always responded promptly to my phone calls and any written correspondence in regards to my divorce. My settlement was not only fair but beyond my expectations. Financially, I found her to be personally extremely trustworthy and financially reasonable. I would highly recommend Ms. O'Brien for any family court matters. It is without hesitation that I felt her personal support throughout my recent divorce. Lastly, Ms. O'Brien is not just a lawyer. She is genuinely a good person who represented me in an outstanding manner. Even, after the conclusion of my divorce, I had prompt access to her for several items which came to fruition after my divorce.

Posted by Suzanne | September 28, 2012 | Domestic Violence

Excellent attorney for DUI or ARD help

Ayla was very professional, courteous and always willing to listen to our concerns. She offered valuable advice and helped us to set priorities to meet all the requirements of the law. I never had to wait more than a day for a response to a phone call; in fact, most times I called she was available t...o answer me within a few hours. I must say I also appreciated her kindness and willingness to spend time answering questions and concerns. I never felt rushed - she always made you feel like she cared greatly about my son, and would do all she could to work to achieve the best case scenario. Her overall personality and professionalism made a difficult situation much easier to deal with. She also was willing to work out a fair and manageable payment plan. I would highly recommend her. We also used her to help with a PFA. Using a good lawyer like Ayla, is the best way to keep the damage to a minimum and achieve a better outcome.

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Ayla Julia O'Brien's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elissa Goldberg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ayla is a strong advocate that works tirelessly for her clients"

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Heather White

Family lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ayla is professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with. ."

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Eric George

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I can highly recommend Ayla O'Brien. Ayla aggressively pursues the best results for her clients utilizing her problem solving skills and resourcefulness. I endorse Ayle and have referred clients with the knowledge they are in good hands."

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Melissa Cantwell

Family lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ayla is hardworking and committed to her clients interests. A responsive and reliable person to work with, she is an asset to the legal community."

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Matthew Razzano

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ayla is a fine attorney practicing Criminal Defense. I have personally observed her handling a case and can attest that she does a great job. I would definitely recommend him in the area of Criminal Defense."

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Peter Gilbert

Family lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ayla because she cares about her clients and getting the best results for them, and she takes her profession seriously."

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Brendan Campbell

Family lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ayla for five plus years. She's hard working, honest and fights aggressively for her clients. I wouldn't hesitate to refer people to her."

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James Flood

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I first met Ayla when she clerked at my firm while in law school. I have watched her grow into a hard-working, aggressive advocate for her clients. I have referred several cases to her, and have received overwhelmingly positive feedback. I wholeheartedly endorse Ayla."

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Leno Thomas

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ayla is a very intelligent and aggressive attorney. She fights tooth and nail for her clients. If you are in need of a criminal defense or family law attorney in Bucks County, you should call Ayla. I endorse this lawyer."

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Keith Harbison

Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ayla is a zealous advocate for her family law and criminal law clients. Ayla is prepared and her client's best interest always comes first. I have seen her in court and she has the ability to communicate both persuasively and credibly."

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David Melchiorre

Family lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edward Fabick

General practice lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ayla is always prepared and advocates skillfully for her clients."

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Jonathan Warren

General practice lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Ayla is a forthright and high energy attorney."

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Dawn Padanyi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ayla is tough, hard working and goes the extra mile for her clients. I highly recommend Ayla to represent your needs in criminal defense!"

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Jennifer Riley

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ayla O'Brien is one of the hardest working attorneys I know. She is a strong advocate for her client, who enjoys the practice of law."

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James Monaghan

General practice lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ayla was a law clerk in our office prior to passing the bar and beginning her legal career. She was always very professional and she possessed all the skills that make up a great lawyer."

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Elissa Goldberg

Family lawyer

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Heather White

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Eric George

Business lawyer

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Melissa Cantwell

Family lawyer

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Cecil Hoskins

Family lawyer

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Matthew Razzano

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter Gilbert

Estate planning lawyer

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James Flood

Family lawyer

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Brendan Campbell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Leno Thomas

Personal injury lawyer

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Keith Harbison

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christian Badali

Family lawyer

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David Melchiorre

Family lawyer

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Anita Seth

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Warren

Personal injury lawyer

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Dawn Padanyi

Family lawyer

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Jennifer Riley

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James Monaghan

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2020

2020 Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 For Pennsylvania, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Top Lawyer, The Global Directory Of Who's Who

2015

2015 Client's Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2014 - 2015

Attorney, Philadelphia Consumer Bankruptcy Project

2012 - 2015

Volunteer Attorney, Bucks County Bar Association

2012 - 2021

Local Counsel, Citizens Disability, LLC

2011 - 2016

Public Defender, Montgomery County Public Defender's Office, Special Assistant Attorney

2010 - 2013

Owner, Ayla O'Brien, Attorney At Law

2010 - 2021

Owner, Ayla O'Brien Law Firm, P.C.

2009 - 2013

Contract Attorney, Solomon Berschler Schatz & Monaghan

2008 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Kent & McBride, PC

2007 - 2009

Law Clerk, Solomon, Berschler, Warren, Schatz, & Monaghan

2005 - 2006

Law Clerk, Knepper & Stratton

2004 - 2005

Pro Se Department Student Volunteer, State of Delaware Administrative Office of the Courts

2002 - 2004

National Market Loss Prevention Consultant, Liberty Mutual Group

Associations

Bucks County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania v. C.P.

The client was accepted for ARD

Estate of C.B.

Successful estate administration

Estate of A.H.T

Successful estate administration

G.B. v. J.I.

Judgment in Ejectment

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Education

2008

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Civics Education Program, Session VII Liberty & Law

2016

Civics Education Program, Session VI Liberty & Law

2016

Civics Education Program, Session IV Liberty & Law

2016

Civics Education Program, Session III Liberty & Law

2015

Civics Education Program, Session V Liberty & Law

2015

Civics Education Program, Session II Liberty & Law

2015

Civics Education Program, Session I Liberty & Law

Languages

English

Activity

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