Emily Vener-Giszter

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Emily Vener-Giszter

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Media, PA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Mediation, Marriage & Prenuptials

24 Veterans Square, Media, PA

About Emily

Biography

Diligent Attorney & Experienced Psychotherapist. Dedicated To Preserving Communication.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

Emily specializes in all aspects of family law including pre-marital agreements, divorce, custody, and child support. As a licensed psychotherapist, Emily's goal is to provide diligent and responsive representation while preventing harm.

30%
Family 30%

Emily specializes in all aspects of family law including pre-marital agreements, divorce, custody, and child support. As a licensed psychotherapist, Emily's goal is to provide diligent and responsive representation while preventing harm.

30%
Mediation 25%

As Divorce and Custody Mediator, Emily can help families settle disputes. Family law issues that can be resolved through mediation include child custody, co-parenting, equitable distribution, support and elder care.

25%
Marriage and Prenuptials 15%

Emily specializes in all aspects of family law including pre-marital agreements, divorce, custody, and child support. As a licensed psychotherapist, Emily's goal is to provide diligent and responsive representation while preventing harm.

15%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 14 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 14 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Vener Family Law and Mediation, LLC

24 Veterans Square, Media, PA, 19063

www.emilyveneresquire.com

Emily Vener-Giszter's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

5 star (44)
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Posted by Tiffany | September 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

What an Attorney!

Emily thoroughly walked me through a very challenging divorce. I would highly recommend her! She was a great help to me during a trying time in my life. I am very grateful for her time and efforts! Thank you, again Emily!

Posted by Nik | August 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great prenup experience

Emily was a great resource for me. She listened to our needs, drafted the initial prenup, and went back and forth as much as needed to get to a final product. She was patient but also responsive. Her prior background as a family therapist definitely informs her approach and she had great ideas for us... to consider in the prenup.

Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney

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Mediation

I was very pleased on the handling of our divorce . Emily explained everything that needed to be done step by step . We were sent updates periodically and any questions were answered . We communicated by email which I wasn’t sure about sending attachments but we were able to make it work . Thank yo...u Emily

Posted by Nili | December 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fantastic and Truly Empathetic

Ms. Vener-Giszter helped me every step of the way through my divorce mediation. I felt truly heard throughout the process and she guided me in order to achieve the outcome that was the best for me. I was so appreciative of her advice and counsel while navigating through a very tough process.

Posted by Suzanne | November 4, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Made a difficult situation manageable

I was very happy to connect with Emily's firm to handle my divorce. Although it was not a contentious separation, there were times during the process that conflicting demands made emotions hot and Emily has an easygoing and pragmatic approach that made it easy to stay focused. She helped move us alon...g and quickly overcame any obstacles. She also made it easy to handle almost everything remotely. I don't think I could have asked for an easier resolution. I would highly recommend her office.

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Emily Vener-Giszter's Lawyer Endorsements

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Debbie Roffman

Family lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I met Emily in a very difficult custody case as opposing counsel. I found her to be extremely devoted to championing her client. She was prepared, thorough, reliable and professional in all respects. I definitely endorse Emily."

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Jeremiah Kane

Family lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Emily and I worked together on a case and she certainly cared for her client and did the best she could given the difficult facts of the case. I would certainly recommend her as an attorney on her many areas of expertise."

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Laurie Jubelirer

Family lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Emily is an excellent family law attorney and she also does top notch work as a mediator in all areas of domestic relations. She works very hard on behalf of her clients and I highly recommend her."

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Debbie Roffman

Child custody lawyer

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Jeremiah Kane

Family lawyer

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Laurie Jubelirer

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

PBA Pro Bono Award, Pennsylvania Bar Foundation

2022

Bar Star-Most Non-Cle Programming, Philadelphia Bar Association

2017

Volunteer of the Month, Philadelphia VIP

2011

Beck Health Law Fellowship, Temple University

2009

State Court Honors Internship in Family Law, Temple University

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Family Law Attorney, Delaware County Pro Bono Project

2015 - Present

Attorney-Mediator, Vener Family Law and Mediation, LLC

2010 - Present

Volunteer Family Attorney, Philadelphia Vip

2013 - 2015

Family and Mediation Attorney, Roxbororough Legal Network

2010 - 2018

Custody Mediator, Good Shepherd Mediation

2003 - 2017

Psychotherapist, Delaware County Professional Services

Associations

2023 - Present

Family Law Section, Philadelphia Bar Association

Executive Committee

2023 - Present

Family Law Section, Delaware County Bar Association

CLE Education, co-chair

2022 - Present

Philadelphia Bar Association

Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, Co-Chair

2015 - Present

Delaware County Bar Association

Family Law Section

2011 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Family Law Section

2011 - Present

Philadelphia Bar Association

Family Law Section

2020 - 2021

Delaware County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Chair

Education

2010

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Oregon

MS - Master of Science

1983

Cornell University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2024

Parenting Coordination 2024

Domestic Violence and Parenting Coordination

2024

36th Annual Conference

Trauma Informed Mediation

2023

Parenting Coordination Training: Skills for Survival

Parenting Coordination: Special Topics

2023

Family Law Section

Parenting Coordination in Delaware County: A Deeper Dive

2023

Bench Bar Conference

Welcoming Parent Coordination to Delaware County

2022

Parent Coordination Boot Camp

Trauma Informed Parenting Coordination

2014

Family Law for Therapists

Family Law for Therapists

Publications

2024

En Banc Journal, Delaware County Bar Association Parenting Coordination Comes to Delaware County

2024

Pennsylvania Bar News Parenting Coordination Helps Resolve Custody, Other Issues

2023

Pennsylvania Bar Assoication, Family Lawyer Parenting Coordination Comes to Delaware County

Languages

English

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