$ 200-350 per hour
William C Kirby
also known as William Kirby, Bill Kirby
About William
Biography
William Kirby is a family law attorney that has helped countless individuals and their families regain control of their lives, guiding them through legal matters to include: separations and divorces, child custody and support disputes, equitable distribution and property division, and separation and divorce-related tax consequences.
William Kirby earned his B.S. in Economics from the United States Naval Academy, where he achieved the distinction of being named an Arleigh Burke Academic Scholar. As a U. S. Marine Corps First Lieutenant, he was awarded the Marine Corps Funded Law Education Program scholarship and attended Duke University School of Law, where he received his J.D. in 2004. He is a retired Major in the U.S. Marine Corps.
William Kirby built the strong foundations of his family law advocacy (a strong litigation and negotiation skillset), as an attorney in the U. S. Marine Corps and then as a business litigator representing Fortune 500 companies. During these formative years, he learned the motto of “sensible always and hard-nosed when needed.” Now, as a family law attorney, Bill not only employs these lessons/skills, but also pursues his passion of directly improving the lives of his clients, helping them to regain control of their lives and protecting their rights. Having personally been a single father himself, Bill’s personal experiences with child custody proceedings and mediation allow him to better appreciate the compassion needed to navigate such matters and achieve positive solutions that enable his clients and their families to move forward with their new beginning.
Although born in Scotland, William Kirby was raised in New Jersey, Burlington County. After his time in the military, he returned home to South Jersey and currently operates his family law practice out of Center City, Philadelphia. He is a member of the Pennsylvania and American Bar Association Family Law Sections. He is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. When not practicing law, he enjoys teaching group exercise classes, cooking and spending time with his daughter (Makenzie, whom he affectionately calls “Mak Attack”).
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 9 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 11 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 19 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 21 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
William Kirby Family Law Attorney
1600 JFK Blvd., Four Penn Center, Suite 900, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
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Posted by Beverly | August 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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An aggressive and respected attorney on your side
Attorney Kirby is a God send. I started my hellish battle in 2017 and it took (6) attorneys (3) years and countless dollars later to accomplish what attorney Kirby performed in 2 DAYS!! My only regret with hiring this attorney is that I didn't hire him sooner, day one to be exact. He is extremely ...
William C Kirby's Lawyer Endorsements
"Bill and I were on opposing sides while serving as Marine Corps Appellate Counsel, so I know firsthand that he is an advocate whose preparation, attention to detail, and focus are world class. I also vividly remember him to be incredibly thoughtful and compassionate, so it is unsurprising to me that he had dedicated his skills to family law. Without hesitation, Bill has my highest recommendation and full endorsement."
"Bill is a bright and talented lawyer. We served together as Judge Advocates. He is a charismatic and eloquent attorney - with exceptional skill and knowledge. I would not hesitate to refer a loved one to him."
"Bill is a professional. He is intelligent, dedicated, and brings an enthusiasm to his work that is difficult to find in an attorney. I highly endorse Bill."
"I endorse this lawyer. Billy is an outstanding attorney and a man of integrity. I highly recommend seeking his services for any of your legal needs, but particularly in areas of family law or custody disputes."
"Bill is a smart, hard-working attorney who gets results."
"Bill Kirby is a tireless advocate who will work until he finds both the right answer and the best argument. Very personable and easy to work with, Bill is also an excellent ambassador to clients and counsel alike. It was a pleasure working with him, and I would be more than happy to work with him again in any capacity."
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"It is my pleasure to endorse Bill Kirby as a dedicated and professional attorney. He is kind and caring, but he is also tenacious in advocating for his clients and ensuring that their needs are met. I highly recommend him!"
"Mr. Kirby is a smart, dedicated, and professional attorney. But he's not just a tough-guy in the courtroom, he also cares about his clients and his cases. If I had a family law issue of my own, Mr. Kirby would be one of the first people I'd call."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Avvo, Rated Excellent
1998
Arliegh Burke Academic Scholar, United States Naval Academy
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Primary Lawyer, Petrelli Previtera Schimmel, LLC
2014 - Present
Family Law Attorney, William Kirby, Family Law Attorney
2014 - 2019
Attorney, Ansa|Assuncao LLP
2004 - 2014
Military Attorney, U.S. Marine Corps Jagc
Associations
2019 - Present
Mercer County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Sumner County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Middlesex County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Philadelphia Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed ForcesMember
2010 - Present
U.S. Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal AppealsMember
2004 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
Education
2004
Duke University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
United States Naval Academy
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Naval Justice School (Norfolk VA), Staff Judge Advocate Course
Military Justice Appellate Updates and Protecting the Trial Record
2012
Naval Justice School (San Diego CA), Staff Judge Advocate Course
Military Justice Appellate Updates and Protecting the Trial Record
Publications
2019
Legal Website
Spousal Support Vs. Alimony
2018
Legal Website
Common Family Law Post Judgment Modifications
Languages
English