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Lori A. Frio-Walker, a family law attorney at Family Law Corp., P.C., devotes her practice primarily to all aspects of family and matrimonial law matters. Lori's exceptional legal advocacy has earned her the recognition of her peers in prestigious publications including Super Lawyers’ Rising Star list in 2017 as well as top 10 Female Family Lawyers under 40 in the state of Pennsylvania.
Lori gained extensive experience litigating aspects of family law matters related to divorce, equitable distribution of property, enforcement and/or modifications of spousal support and child support, and custody at Petrelli Law. Prior to her time at Petrelli Law, Lori worked in the area of collaborative and amicable divorce. Lori received her J.D. degree from Villanova University School of Law and was the Editor-in-Chief of its Women’s Law Forum and Associate Editor of its Journal of Catholic Social Thought.
Lori began her professional career as an associate attorney at a large regional firm in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She started her time there as a summer associate attorney working on matters pertaining to real estate law, media law, corporate and business governance and business formation and dissolution. As an associate attorney, Lori worked in the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Department, where she defended trade creditors in aspects of complex Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases.
During law school, Lori interned for the Honorable Judge Paul Panepinto, where she took part in research for complex mass tort litigation cases. Additionally, she worked at the Farm Worker Legal Aid Clinic at Villanova University School of Law, where she successfully represented clients with their workers’ compensation claims for work-based injuries, wage claims, family law and immigration matters.
Prior to attending law school, Lori received her M.B.A. in Management, graduating with highest honors, and her B.S. degree in Marketing from Saint Joseph’s University. She also received her Board Certified Coaching Certification in the designation areas of Executive, Corporate, Business and Personal Coaching.
Lori is trained in the divorce and custody mediation process. She completed the 40-hour training course in Family Law Mediation, previously appearing on the roster of mediators for Custody Cases in Chester County. Lori is a member in good standing of the Pennsylvania and New Jersey State Bar and is admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, the U.S. District Court of New Jersey and the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
During her free time, Lori serves as Council Liaison to the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section, and Co-Chair of the Young Lawyers Committee of the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section. She is also a member of Beta Gamma Sigma International Honors Society, the Pennsylvania Bar Association, Delta Sigma Pi Co-Ed Professional Business Fraternity and the Justinian Legal Society.
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2008
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2008
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Posted by John | February 2, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
My phone consultation with Lori A. Frio-Walker made the difference in winning my custody case. Her expertise with legal child matters was extremely efficient and very up to date. She was aware of the new adjustments to the law pertaining to my case. Her on the spot knowledge during a phone consult le...
Posted by Frederick | November 2, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Lori is a great attorney. Genuinely concerned about her clients. Emails are returned promptly. She ensures all your questions are answered. My family is going through a complicated divorce and Lori has handled it with professionalism, genuine care and expertise. We trust Lori and would recommend...
Posted by Willie | October 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Hi, I can not say enough good things about Mrs Lori Ann Frio! She was very informative about where I stood in regards to my case; so that I had no unexpected expectations. I was aware of where I stood every step of the way. She was very confident. And legally savvy in and out of the court, which ...
Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Lori is an exceptional attorney. She was prompt in responding to my phone calls, emails, and requests. Lori was very easy to communicate with and genuinely concerned about my case. I felt at ease knowing that I could trust and thoroughly rely upon her professionalism and expertise. Additionally...
Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Lori sat down with my husband and I together to map out a successful plan involving the custody of our children. She made the process easy and straight-forward. Lori was easy to speak to and work with.
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"I highly endorse Lori for your family law needs. She is a fierce advocate and passionate family law attorney. She is knowledgable of the law and achieves results."
"I work with Lori in the American Bar Association. Lori is smart, diligent and hard working. She is an excellent person to work with, and I am very impressed with everything I have done with her. I endorse this lawyer."
"Lori and I often work together as Chairs of the American Bar Association YLD Solo, Small Firm, and Gen. Practice Division. Lori is an extremely dedicated, personable, and intelligent person that I would recommend for any Family Law related issue."
"I know Lori through the American Bar Association. She is a go-getter and is dedicated to practicing with the highest ethical standards. I endorse Lori!"
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2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Top Divorce Family Lawyer in Pennsylvania, Superlawyers
2025
10 Best Female Family Law Attorneys - Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2025
Top 10 under 40, Pennsylvania Family Law Attorneys, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
2025
Silver Client Champion for Best in Client Service, Martindale-Hubbell®
2024
10 Best Female Family Law Attorneys - Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2024
Top Divorce Family Lawyer in Pennsylvania, SuperLawyers
2024
Top 10 under 40, Pennsylvania Family Law Attorneys, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Silver Client Champion for Best in Client Service, Martindale-Hubbell®
2023
Silver Client Champion for Best in Client Service, Martindale-Hubbell®
2023
10 Best Female Family Law Attorneys - Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2023
Top 10 under 40, Pennsylvania Family Law Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Top Divorce Family Lawyer in Pennsylvania, SuperLawyers
2022
10 Best Female Family Law Attorneys - Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2022
Top Divorce / Family Law Attorney, Suburban Life Magazine
2022
Silver Client Champion for Best in Client Service, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers / National Advocates
2022
Top 10 under 40, Pennsylvania Family Law Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
10 Best Female Family Law Attorneys - Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2021
Top Divorce / Family Law Attorney, Suburban Life Magazine
2021
Silver Client Champion for Best in Client Service, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers / National Advocates
2021
Top 10 under 40, Pennsylvania Family Law Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Top 10 under 40, Pennsylvania Family Law Attorneys, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
2020
Silver Client Champion for Best in Client Service, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
Top 10 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers / National Advocates
2020
10 Best Female Family Law Attorneys - Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Top 10 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers / National Advocates
2019
Silver Client Champion for Best in Client Service, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Top 10 under 40, Pennsylvania Family Law Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2019
10 Best Female Family Law Attorneys - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Council Member At-Large to Family Law Section, American Bar Association, Family Law Section
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
10 Best Female Family Law Attorneys - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Council Member At-Large to Family Law Section, American Bar Association, Family Law Section
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 10 under 40, Pennsylvania Family Law Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers / National Advocates
2017
10 Best Female Family Law Attorneys - Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Silver Client Champion for Best in Client Service, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
10 Best Female Family Law Attorneys - Client Satisfaction Award, American Insitute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers / National Advocates
2016
10 Best Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2008
Associate Editor, Journal of Catholic Social Thought
2007
Summa Cum Laude, Saint Joseph's University
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International Honors Society Recipient, Beta Gamma Sigma International Honors Society
2017 - Present
Family Law Attorney, Family Law Corp., P.C.
2016 - 2017
Family Law Litigation & Mediation Attorney, Petrelli Law, PC
2013 - 2016
Family Law & Mediation Attorney, Main Line Mediation
2007 - 2007
Legal Aid Family & Immigration Law, Legal Aid Clinic at Villanova University School of Law
2007 - 2010
Litigation Associate Attorney, Dilworth Paxson, LLP
2006 - 2006
Judicial Clerk Complex Litigation Department, Court Of Common Pleas, Philadelphia County
2025 - Present
American Bar Association, Law Practice Division Member: Attorney Well-Being, Business Development, Ethics & Professionalism, Law Firm Finance, Lawyer Leadership & Management, LTRC, Magazine, Professional Development, Women RainmakersMember
2023 - Present
American Bar AssociationBoard Member, Ethics and Lawyer Professionalism
2023 - Present
American Bar AssociationBoard Member, Law Practice Management Section
2023 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee
2021 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionLiaison to the ABA Commission on Women
2018 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionCouncil Member At-Large to Family Law Section
2018 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionCo-Chair of the Young Lawyer's Committee
2017 - Present
Chester County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionCouncil YLD Liaison to Family Law Section
2016 - Present
Philadelphia Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Montgomery Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Justinian SocietyMember
2008 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2024 - 2025
American Bar AssociationLiaison to the ABA Standing Committee on Professionalism
2020 - 2023
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionVice Chair Law Practice Management & Technology Committee
2014 - 2016
American Bar AssociationChair of Solo, Small Firm & General Practice Committee
2013 - 2018
American Bar AssociationCo-chair
2013 - 2014
American Bar AssociationVice-Chair of Public Education Committee
Grandparents successfully granted custody rights of their granddaughter.
2021
Master's Degree
2013
Trained Divorce and Custody Mediator
2013
BCC - Board Certified Coach
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2004
BS - Bachelor of Science
2026
Integrating ADR into Divorce Litigation: When and How to Use ADR Effectively
2026
Overcoming Presumptions of 50/50 Custody
2024
“Evolution of Dissolution—Respectful Resolutions of Family Conflicts” CLE
2023
Virtual Office
2023
Technology Hot Tips and Updates.
2023
Delegate Your Way to Freedom: Hire a VA
2022
Securing Your Virtual Law Practice and Ethical Considerations.
2022
Work Smarter: How to Run a Paperless, Remote-Work Law Practice.
2021
Law Practice Management and Technology
2018
Shared Parenting Time Legislation – Does Fair Mean Equal?
2017
Addressing and Breaking Through Judicial Bias Inside and Outside the Courtroom
2016
Hit the Ground Running: Tackling The First Year Whether as an Associate or Hanging Your Own Shingle.
2016
Taking Down the Shingle: Legal, Tax and Ethical Considerations for Unwinding a Law Firm Practice
2014
Practicing Law While Breaking the Confines of Implicit Bias in and Outside the Courtroom
2016
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