Rebecca Leia Kolsky

Rebecca Leia Kolsky

also known as Rebecca Engel

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Child custody Lawyer at Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation

Two Penn Center, Suite 1020, 1500 JFK Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

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Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 15 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 15 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Testa & Pagnanelli, LLC

Two Penn Center, Suite 1020, 1500 JFK Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19102

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Rebecca Leia Kolsky's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Posted by Melvin | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Beyond a Lawyer!

Rebecca is beyond a lawyer! She helped me and my finance get full custody of both of our children in what was a very complex and complicated situation in a very short period of time. Rebecca was always available, reliable, gave great advice, and was a "Jedi Knight" in the courtroom. I highly recomme...nd Rebecca for custody matters - no matter how complex. I also recommend her for PFA and eviction matters. Can't thank her enough!

Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Far surpassed my expectations!!! (Divorce)

RELIABLE. AFFORDABLE. ON POINT. These were the initial qualities I was looking for in a Lawyer. However, as Rebecca Kolsky helped me with my divorce in the past 7 months, it was very well-evident that she far surpassed my expectations. Here is why I have found her so UNIQUE…. 1.RELATABLE: MAK...ES YOU FEEL AT EASE. PATIENT. EMPATHIZES. Most times, lawyers time you at your initial consultation, and often charge you as well. Rebecca doesn’t do this. She gives you as much time as you need. You’re already scattered and nervous. But now you’re tongue-tied and forgot what you were going to say. Rebecca RESPECTS YOU REGARDLESS OF YOUR FAUX PAS. SHE GETS YOU. You can feel it, and you can see it in her expressions. This mentality and level of respect will carry into her working rapport with you throughout your entire case. It is very relieving. 2. SOLUTION-CENTERED: PROVIDES OPTIONS. POSITIVE. The other Lawyers I talked to made it sound like there was only one way to proceed. They didn’t initiate options unless you knew what to ask. Rebecca not only initiates options, but she GOES THE EXTRA MILE to CUSTOMIZE YOUR OPTIONS based on your SITUATION. Just let her know what you need and how you feel. She’s also patient in helping you understand the legal whys and hows. She puts herself in the client’s shoes and gets that we won’t always grasp things the first time around. 3. RESPONSIVE: REPLIES QUICKLY. COVERS ALL BASES. Rebecca is incredibly quick to respond to your inquiries and answer your questions. She provides in-depth explanations and offers additional nuggets of wisdom to consider to help you make your decisions. She also follows up with all parties to make sure they received everything they should. She doesn’t assume things are going smoothly; she MAKES SURE they are. 4. NO SURPRISES! GREAT CONNECTIONS. Itemization was fair and there weren’t any surprises. Rebecca tells you her thoughts up front, alerts you to any court fees you’ll need to pay, and lets you know in advance the status of your retainer and upcoming bills. She also has really great connections with third parties, her team is very nice, and she’s genuinely happy for you when you are happy. My divorce went incredibly smoothly, and it is all thanks to Rebecca. I highly recommend her!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Carrie | September 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Passionate Advisor

Rebecca was more than my lawyer. She was my advisor throughout my whole divorce process from child custody, child support and finally equitable distribution. She knew the laws throughout the entire process. She was kind and fair yet firm when I needed her to advocate for me. Divorce is already so st...ressful, especially when children are involved but thankfully I had Rebecca by my side advocating and giving me ethically sound guidance. I couldn't imagine my children and I getting through this ordeal without her support and guidance. Rebecca was easy to reach by email, text or phone during the day and even after hours. If you are looking for a kind, passionate, ethical advisor then Rebecca is your lawyer!

Posted by Angello | June 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child Custody Matter

I was extremely satisfied with the services that Rebecca Kolsky provided me with on my difficult legal custody case. She was very passionate, understanding and caring through the entire process. She was always available and willing to help me with understanding the legality of everything from begin...ning to end. She was very fast in response to any questions or concerns that I had and available via e-mail to me, always!! A complete 5 star. I highly recommend Rebecca to anyone needing legal counsel. She is amazing in the court room. She definitely gets the job done!

Posted by Bill | May 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Turned a very stressful situation into a straightforward and fast transaction.

Rebecca represented me in a child support case. In the initial free consultation she told me exactly what my options were, what to expect in the process and what the possible outcomes were. She negotiated with my daughter’s mother and tried to settle things before the conference. But my daughter’s ...mother was asking for more money than Rebecca thought she would get in the conference so, without rancor, she told my daughter’s mother we should do the conference. Rebecca arranged it so I didn’t need to be there and, as it turned out, I didn’t even have to join by phone. The conference was over within 15 minutes with a result that was exactly what she had told me to expect. Long story short, in Rebecca I found a lawyer I could trust and who represented me in exactly the way I wanted to be represented. She had my back and was effective without being divisive. Rebecca is a credit to her profession.

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Rebecca Leia Kolsky's Lawyer Endorsements

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Prince Holloway

Family lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Rebecca for many years, she has earned a solid and well respected reputation among her peers. She is knowledgeable, competent and always on her game. Her personality and professionalism is top notch and gives her a winning edge in every matter."

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Steven Auerbach

Family lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I routinely refer matrimonial issues to Rebecca's office and my clients have nothing but positive things to say. Great results at great prices have me recommending this attorney."

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Jennifer Saltzman

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rebecca is a skillful and zealous advocate for her clients. Rebecca cares deeply for her clients and works endlessly on their behalf. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Shabrei Parker

Family lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rebecca is at the top of her game. Practicing in many different counties in the state, Rebecca advocates zealously for her clients, stays knowledgable about the court and changes in the law, and she's actively engaged in the legal community at-large."

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Jonathan Portner

Family lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rebecca is a family law, criminal law attorney in the Philadelphia area. Based on what I have heard from her peers, I believe her to be a top notch attorney in this region. I endorse her."

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Ashley Sullivan

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Rebecca is a wonderful advocate for her clients. She truly cares about representing her client's interests while achieving fair and favorable results."

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Leonard Boyer

Family lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Kolsky is an effective and knowledgeable advocate for her clients."

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Soleiman Raie

Family lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rebecca is very professional and dilligent. She works hard to produce results for her client."

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D. Ryan Nussey

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is honest, hardworking and effective."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Justin Lovely

Unknown lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jacob Lauser

General practice lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rebecca is a meticulous attorney and is dedicated to quality representation of her clients. She was a diligent student in law school and makes a fine addition to the Bar in Pennsylvania. I endorse her wholeheartedly."

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Jennifer Saltzman

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Ashley Sullivan

Family lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

2019 Top Attorney - Family Law Mediation, South Jersey Magazine

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

2017 Top Lawyers - Family Law Mediation, South Jersey Magazine

2017

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2017

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2017

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Partner, Testa & Pagnanelli, LLC

2011 - Present

Hearing Master, Philadelphia Emergency Protection From Abuse Unit

2014 - 2020

Attorney, Freedman & Lorry, PC

Associations

2015 - Present

Cipriani Inn of Court

Member

Philadelphia Bar Association

Education

2015

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2010

Appalachian School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Temple University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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