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Emily Vener-Giszter, Esquire, practices Family Law and Divorce and Custody Mediation. She is available to provide all aspects of family law including divorce, custody and support. As a trained and licensed Psychotherapist, Ms. Vener’s goal is to diligently meet her client’s needs in the most supportive and least adversarial way possible. She seeks to limit the negative and painful aftermath of divorce and to protect children and families professionally and with compassion.
As a trained neutral Divorce and Custody Mediator, Ms. Vener can help families settle disputes. Issues that can be resolved through mediation include child custody, co-parenting, equitable distribution and support. Most often, mediation will save time and money. Mediation is confidential. Unlike litigation, mediation preserves the dignity of the family. Most importantly, mediation allows families increased control over their future and helps to protect children from the harmful consequences of parental conflict.
Ms. Vener is a graduate of Temple University Beasley School of Law (JD, 2010), University of Oregon (MS, 1985) and Cornell University (BS, 1983) She is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. She is member of the Pennsylvania, Philadelphia and Delaware County Bars, and is a member of the Family Law, Women in the Law and Alternative Dispute Sections. Ms. Vener is the 2021 Chair of the Delaware County Bar's Family Law Section. In addition, Ms. Vener is a Licensed Professional Counselor (PA) and continues to practice psychotherapy part-time. Ms. Vener is a repeated speaker on topics relating to the intersection between Psychology and the Law.
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2011
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2011
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24 Veterans Square, Media, PA, 19063
www.emilyveneresquire.com45 Client Reviews
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Posted by Neri | July 21, 2024 | Divorce & Separation
Compassionate listener. Clear communicator. Efficient and effective.
I consulted Emily for help with my mutual consent divorce. She listened carefully to how we wanted to handle it and took the time to explain exactly what our options were and what the process was going to look like. She responded quickly to my many emailed questions and shepherded us effectively thro...
Posted by Rachel | March 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend!
Emily was very helpful by fully listening to my concerns, helping me understand the parameters of the law as related to my concerns and then offered valuable guidance as we problem solved in how to move forward. I find that Emily's rates are thoughtful and fair and I've only had positive results from...
Posted by Husayn | February 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A Super-Lawyer !
I had a difficult, complex case. Emily was gracious and knowledgeable. She knows the system, courts, and how things operate. she has plenty of experience. She was helpful on all fronts. She was what every client wants. Someone who will advocate for you. Someone who will get you results! I was able...
Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce Mediation
Emily was the perfect fit for our mediation! We wanted someone who could make sense of the process and provide the best insight into how to file for and implement a divorce that did not include litigation. We trusted her all along. She was transparent and thorough, and she is also very personable and...
Posted by julie | March 24, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
highly recommend
Emily was my divorce lawyer. Emily was awesome. She is very knowledgeable, respectful and compassionate. Emily was very honest and upfront about each and every step of the process. I highly recommend Emily. She made a difficult process very seamless and easy. Emily is well worth every penny!
"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."
"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."
"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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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
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
2023 - Present
Family Law Section, Philadelphia Bar AssociationExecutive Committee
2023 - Present
Family Law Section, Delaware County Bar AssociationCLE Education, co-chair
2022 - Present
Philadelphia Bar AssociationAlternative Dispute Resolution Section, Co-Chair
2015 - Present
Delaware County Bar AssociationFamily Law Section
2011 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationFamily Law Section
2011 - Present
Philadelphia Bar AssociationFamily Law Section
2020 - 2021
Delaware County Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
MS - Master of Science
1983
BS - Bachelor of Science
2024
Domestic Violence and Parenting Coordination
2024
Trauma Informed Mediation
2023
Parenting Coordination: Special Topics
2023
Parenting Coordination in Delaware County: A Deeper Dive
2023
Welcoming Parent Coordination to Delaware County
2022
Trauma Informed Parenting Coordination
2014
Family Law for Therapists
2024
2024
2023
English