Consistently rated Top Attorney in Pennsylvania and Philadelpia area with over 30 years experience. I devote myself to helping my clients work through stressful situations with the least amount of turmoil, and with the best result; to making the legal system understandable, and making your interactions with the system as pain free and rewarding as possible. We have expertise working with high net worth families. Whenever possible, our firm encourages parties to consider Mediation and/or Collaborative Divorce, because we find the long-term outcome for the parties and children usually is more favorable then litigation. I have completed advanced trainings in Mediation. Before founding Bookspan Family Law, LLC., I was a law professor and entrepreneur. This background enhances my ability to understand the complexities of each matter and the realities of life. My firm is dedicated to finding solutions and striving for results that are best for you and your family.
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Acquired: 1983
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20 W Third Street, Suite 300, Media, PA, 19063
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Posted by Catherine | June 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Barracuda with a heart
I chose Phyllis Bookspan to help me through my divorce because I wanted a barracuda with a heart. When I looked at her background, I was impressed with her credentials (Georgetown Law-I knew she would be intelligent and hard-working) but also knew she would be the right lawyer for me because of her ...
Posted by Bobb | April 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
I was well represented
Phyllis and her team are pros. My situation was a bit messy, but they knew the case, the numbers and negotiated hard on my behalf to ensure a fair settlement.
Posted by MJN | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Professional & experienced
Phyllis is an excellent attorney. She understands the process, both family court and divorce court thoroughly. She was patient, empathetic and always available. She explained everything along the way and fought for me. I am grateful to have found her. Divorce is a terrible situation to endure, but wi...
Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Compassionate Attorney
Phyllis Bookspan was compassionate and supportive throughout my divorce proceedings. While she consistently gave great advice and made recommendations on process and decisions, she gave me the room to make the final call and was consistently supportive. My recent divorce would not have been as simp...
Posted by Dale | July 31, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Phyllis Bookspan is an excellent attorney
I recently needed an attorney to help me. My experience in the past with other attorney’s was very negative, until I met Miss Bookspan. She is professional, organized, and does her homework. She takes the time to know the facts and presents them to the judge impressively. Another thing that I wou...
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2018
Top Attorney, Philadelphia Life
2017
Top Attorney, American Association of Matrimonial Lawyers
2017
Top Attorney, Philadelphia Life
2017
Top 100 Pennsylvania Attorneys, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Top Lawyers, Suburban Life Magazine
2015
Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2012
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2012
Awesome Attoney, Philadelphia Suburban Life Magazine
1985
E Barrett Pretyman Fellow, Georgetown University
2009 - Present
Of Counsel, Bennett & Associates
2009 - Present
Attorney, Bookspan Family Law
2006 - 2012
Founder and Owner, RYAH Yoga and Health
1985 - 2006
Professor of Law, Widener University School of Law
1998 - Present
Jewish Family and Children's ServiceBoard of Advisors
1991 - Present
Equal Justice FoundationFounding Member
Mediator
2006 - 2011
Delaware Valley Friends SchoolFormer Board of Directors
2005 - 2010
Family Support LIneFormer Board of Directors
Motion to Dismiss granted after 5 days of trial.
1985
M.L.A. Master of Law Trial Advocacy
1983
JD - Juris Doctor
2017
Taking and Defending Depositions
2017
Selected Topics in Evidence for Family Lawyers
2013
Recent Developments in the Defense of Marriage Act
2011
Estate Planning and Divorce
2010
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Juveniles and the American Death Penalty
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