Thomas J. Petrelli Jr.

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Thomas J. Petrelli Jr.

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +4 more

1845 Walnut Street, 19th Floor, Philadelphia, PA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Thomas

Biography

Your law firm for divorce, support, custody and all of your family law needs.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 65%

25 years

65%
Family 10%

25 years

10%
Adoption 5%

5%
Alimony 5%

5%
Child Custody 5%

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 4 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2021

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 11 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2014

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 21 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2004

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 22 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 23 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Petrelli Previtera, LLC

1845 Walnut Street, 19th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19103

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Petrelli Previtera, LLC

29 Emmons Drive, Suite E30, Princeton, NJ, 08540

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Petrelli Previtera, LLC

One Echelon Plaza, 227 Laurel Road, Suite 100, Voorhees, NJ, 08043

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Petrelli Previtera, LLC

516 DeKalb Street, Suite C, Norristown, PA, 19401

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Petrelli Previtera, LLC

44 E Court Street, 2nd Floor, Doylestown, PA, 18901

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7951 E Maplewood Ave, Ste 118, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111

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353 W Lancaster Ave, Ste 110, Wayne, PA, 19087

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Online Presence

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Thomas J. Petrelli Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

Posted by Evans | December 21, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Would highly recommend him.

I called the law firm to inquire about legal services especially with the service. The one who answered was very professional and directed me quickly to an attorney who was very helpful. Thomas was excellent, listened, answered all my questions. I would highly recommend him and this firm to anyone lo...oking for the best team.

Posted by Tony | December 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great service.

They took my case and had it fully resolved, very compassionate, and caring to all parties involved and helping us to maintain a healthy relationship. Keeps you focused, realistic, and I could not recommend her enough.

Posted by Maria Nestor | December 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Recommended to everyone.

My friend suffered a lot in her marriage life. And after separation, she fought a case for her child custody. She could not handle all legal processes by herself. So she met with Thomas Petrelli. Discussed her case with the lawyer. The lawyer gives the assurance to get back her child and they succeed... in this. the lawyer very professional and experienced in his work. My friend is now happy with her child. Recommended to everyone.

Posted by Alison | September 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Super Lawyer!

Great lawyers. They are extremely professional. Worth the money. Finally got some justice. I wish I had them him sooner. Love their customer service team! I highly recommend them for anyone who has a complex case and can’t afford to lose.

Thomas Petrelli

Replied last October 1, 2019

Barnett, thanks for your review. I am so proud to have helped you two grow your family. Congratulations! Best regards, Tom

Posted by Jenny M. | June 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best law firm to call for

Atty. Petrelli and his staff was simply amazing! They helped me get through my divorce and relieved a lot of the burden from it away from me. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and professional. The kind of traits that I needed in a lawyer to handle my case. They guided me through the process and g...ave sound advice along the way. Highly recommend him to my friends who have the same issue as I had.

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Thomas J. Petrelli Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Kron

Family lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said, Thomas is an outstanding family law attorney. Highly recommended!"

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Marc Albert

Unknown lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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David Latanision

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas J. Petrelli, Jr. enjoys a reputation as a highly skilled advocate with a wealth of family law experience."

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Melinda Previtera

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is one of the best in the industry and it is a pleasure working for him."

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Brad Micklin

Child support lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Thomas Petrelli is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Seth Carey

Family lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very active and attentive to clients family law issues and always up on current law changes and startegies."

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Scott Diamond

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Stevens

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Fenerty

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is an excellent advocate and worthy adversary. Most importantly, he helps his clients maintain perspective and guides them through the divorce process in a fashion which allows all involved to move forward productively."

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Michael Kuldiner

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse Tom. The trauma of divorce and separation is hard enough. Many lawyers think fees not people. This lawyer has the character and experience and compassion to be the lawyer you need at the most difficult time of your life"

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Adam Horwitz

Family lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Evan Hughes

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Fabio Sciarrino

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Thomas Petrelli as a superb divorce attorney. Tom is very attentive, compassionate, and aggressive on behalf of his client. Tom undertakes all of his representations with one goal - rnsuring that his clients get the best legal representation and the best possible outcomes under the circumstances. Moreover, Tom is very knowledgeable and qualified to handle all levels of divorce matters."

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Daniel Straffi

Family lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Brad Shuttleworth

Family lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Petrelli is an excellent trial attorney and is knowledgeable in the law. Since I've known him, he has been a rising star in the area of family law and domestic relations. In addition, I've referred quite a few of my own clients to him, and they've been pleased with his work."

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H. Aussprung

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Richard Vanderslice

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2015

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2015

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2014

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top Attorney, Suburban Life Magazine

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2013

Top Attorney, Suburban Life Magazine

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Top Attorney, Suburban Life Magazine

2012

Pennsylvania Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2011

Top 50 Lawyers in Northeast, Arrival Magazine

2011

Super Lawyers Pennsylvania Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Who's Who in American Law, The Marquis Who's Who Publications Board

2010

Awesome Attorneys - Divorce and Family Law, Suburban Life Magazine

2010

Top 50 Lawyers in Northeast, Arrival Magazine

2010

Super Lawyers Pennsylvania Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Who's Who in American Lawyers, The Marquis Who's Who Publications Board

2008

Who's Who in American Law, The Marquis Who's Who Publications Board

2007

Who's Who in American Law, The Marquis Who's Who Publications Board

2006

Who's Who in American Law, The Marquis Who's Who Publication Board

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Managing Partner, Petrelli Previtera, LLC

2010 - Present

Owner, Divorce Done Right, LLC

2004 - Present

Principal, Petrelli Law, P.C.

2003 - 2004

Associate, Cooper Levenson et al., PC

2002 - 2003

Of Counsel, Clean Air Council

2001 - 2002

Associate, Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP

Associations

2014 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Forkin Family Law Inns of Court

Barrister

2007 - Present

Nicholas J. Cipriani Family Law Inn of Court

Barrister

2005 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

2005 - Present

Justinian Society of Lawyers

Member

2004 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2003 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania

Member

2003 - Present

United States District Court for the District of New Jersey

Member

2002 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Family Law Section

2001 - Present

Philadelphia Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Camden County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2013

Philadelphia Bar Association, Family Law Section

Executive Board

Sample of Legal Cases

John Doe v. Jane Doe (sealed)

65% of the assets

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Education

2005

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2001

Vermont Law School

Juris Doctor

2001

Vermont Law School

Master's of Studies in Environmental Law

1998

Temple University

BBA

N/A

University of Kentucky

Attended from 1994-1997

Speaking Engagements

2012

People's Law School

Divorce and Family Law

2011

People's Law School

Divorce and Family Law

2010

Peoples Law School

Divorce and Family Law

2009

Peoples Law School

Divorce and Family Law

2009

Bucks County Community Hot Tips

Divorce and Family Law

2008

Real Estate Purchase and Sale Transactions

Real Estate Purchase and Sale Transactions

2008

Real Estate Issues

Real Estate Contracts and Environmental Compliance Issues

2008

Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section Summer Meeting 2008

Case Updates: Support

2007

Real Estate Convention

Divorce and Real Estate

Publications

2014

Amazon.com DIY No-Fault Divorce

2008

Pennsylvania Bar Section newsletter Recent Support Cases: Summer 2008

N/A

Philadelphia Divorce and Family Law Blog Disadvantages to Representing Yourself in a PA Divorce Case

Languages

English

Activity

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