Elizabeth M. Srinivasan

Elizabeth M. Srinivasan

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Family Lawyer at West Chester, PA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Adoption

535 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA

About Elizabeth

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour


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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 31 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 36 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1989

Inactive Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Elizabeth M. Srinivasan

535 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA, 19380

Law Offices of Elizabeth M. Srinivasan

535 N Church St, West Chester, PA, 19380

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Elizabeth M. Srinivasan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

57 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alia | September 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great lawyer

Elizabeth Srinivasan is a Great lawyer . She took on my case in an extremely short time frame and was able to help me out and get the ball rolling immediately after I first contacted her firm. She is professional and extremely knowledgeable and very caring . Thank you Elizabeth, for your outstanding ...communication as well, I always felt like I knew what the next step was and I was informed of all developments in a very timely manner. I absolutely recommend her services.

Posted by Steve | February 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

I'd pick her EVERY TIME!

I met Liz by accident, but I'm glad I it happened. I was very nervous and lacked the confidence while trying to fight for my two little girls. I had no idea how the legal system worked and wasn't sure where to start. Liz put all of that anxiety to rest. She was available whenever I needed her. Five m...inutes into the consultation I knew she was the one. She knows the law. She knew exactly what had to be done and she got it done. No time was wasted, no question went unanswered, and no issue was left unresolved. She helped me get my babies back! She shows compassion and takes pride in what she does. I would recommend her to anyone. I have absolutely 0 complaints.

Posted by Pamela | April 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The Best and Thank You

I hired Elizabeth to handle my divorce and custody case. Elizabeth was referred to me thru the domestic violence services of Chester County. My situation was horrible, domestic violence knew I had a battle ahead of me and told me the only person who could get me thru the horrific times a head of me... was Elizabeth and they were so correct. I had to deal with losing everything, however I would not stand to lose my children. I had to deal with parental alienation, kidnapping I lost my job. How bad could it get was not a question I had time to ask. I realized we do have a broken court system. You will meet attorneys, judges, staff at family court who do not care. My custody case was a 5 day trial one of the worst in Chester County during a horrible snow storm. The judge who handled my custody trial started out with a statement that no one would take his children from him. That was a statment made before he heard any of the facts or testimony in my trial. I was up against the worst my ex brought in several attorneys to represent him. I have to say, Elizabeth held me up she held up my children and always told us we would be fine. There is not another attorney who wanted or who could have handled my case with such a positive, professional and fighting attitude. Elizabeth cared for my children, she knew the abuse they went thru and fought like no one could have for my children. She stood by me, guided me, she took my calls and listened to my tears 24/7. She is a very intelligent attorney who knows family law, what makes her stand out from the other attorneys is, she cares, she cares about you, she cares about children and she fights in court as if she was fighting for herself. I have full custody of both of my children and when we look back at the horrific times we also look back at the tremendous amount of love and care that Elizabeth has given to us. For her to believe in us and fight so hard for us gave us the self worth to keep going. My oldest child is a sophmore in a wonderful university while my other child just started high school. We are doing fabulous today all thanks to Elizabeth.

Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

YOU CAN'T DO ANY BETTER

YOU CAN'T DO ANY BETTER than Elizabeth Srinivasan. I feel really grateful to the person who recommended her to me. My case was really complicated (to put it mildly) and I had a few attorneys before Elizabeth, and because this case was so convoluted, they gave up and stopped fighting for me and my d...aughter, or never really fought at all once they realized what they were up against. Just because I am genuine doesn't mean the courts understands that right away. We needed an advocate and Elizabeth stuck with us until we got the results we were looking for. I often still get struck with this overwhelming feeling of gratitude for Elizabeth, her fortitude, persistence, grit and dedication along with her expertise and acumen. Like I said, if you are looking for a lawyer YOU CAN'T DO ANY BETTER!

Posted by Lindsay | June 16, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very helpful and kind words during my long and nasty battle

I have been using Elizabeth since 2008 and she has gone the extra mile to help me in my long, nasty, and hurtful case. Every time I feel like I can't go on with the damage that was done she always knows what to say to keep me in the right mindset. She has answers for every question I can come up wit...h and if there is ever something that comes up unexpectedly there is always a back up plan so things can still go smoothly. I travel very far to see her and she always tries to accommodate my schedule to her very best. I would recommend her to any one that has a case in the West Chester area.

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Elizabeth M. Srinivasan's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Dougherty

Family lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Liz for many years. She has an excellent knowledge of family law and procedure and always acts in with utmost civility and professionalism toward both sides in a case."

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Bruce Morriss

Family lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer. You cannot find a lawyer who cares more about her clients and the children involved."

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Cecil Hoskins

Family lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Srinivasan is an excellent advocate for her clients. She is professional, accessible, and great member of the legal community."

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Jason Antoine

Family lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Liz is an aggressive family law attorney and really knows Chester County inside and out."

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Laurie Wyche-Abele

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent family law attorney."

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Penelope Boyd

Family lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Liz knows her stuff and works hard for her clients. I think she's great!"

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Timothy Rayne

Family lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Liz for many years and have worked with her on cases and referred her family law cases. Liz cares deeply about her clients and is a zealous and passionate advocate for them. She is highly respected by the Masters and Judges and is an excellent negotiator and trial attorney. I highly endorse Liz."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Pro Bono Service Award, Pennsylvania Bar Association

2023

Judge Platt Service Award, Chester County Bar Association

2005

President's Award, Chester County Bar Association

1988

American Jurisprudence Award in Professional Responsibility, West Publishing

1985

Phi Beta Kappa, Sweet Briar College

1981

Citizenship Award, Daughters of the American Revolution

1981

United States History Award, Woodmen of the World

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Owner / Senior Partner, Srinivasan Law

2002 - 2004

Attorney, Law Office of Jane Marks

2002 - 2004

Staff Attorney, Chester Co. Domestic Relations

2000 - 2001

Senior Staff Attorney - Battered Women's Justice Project, Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence

1997 - 2000

Legal Director, Domestic Violence Center of Chester Co.

1994 - 1997

Staff Attorney, Legal Aid of Chester County

1990 - 1994

Assistant to Senior Partner, Dashevsky Horwitz Kuhn & Novello

1987 - 1989

Attorney, Atlanta Legal Aid Society

1987 - 1987

Law Clerk to the Hon. Louis Meyer, N.C. Supreme Court

Associations

2014 - Present

Family Service of Chester County

Chair of Personnel Committee

2013 - Present

Chester County Bar Association

Diversity Committee

2011 - Present

Chester County Bar Foundation

Member (Formerly on Board / Vice President)

2003 - Present

Family Service of Chester County

Board Member

YWCA

Solicitor

2006 - 2009

Crime Victims' Center

Advisory Board

2006 - 2009

Children's International Summer Village

Board Member

2006 - 2016

Malvern Preparatory School Mother's Club

Member

2006 - 2012

Doris Jonis Freed American Inn of Court

Associate

2005 - 2013

Chester County Bar Association

Board Member

Education

1988

Wake Forest University

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Sweet Briar College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1984

University of Constance, West Germany

1979

Hallsberg Gymnasium, Hallsberg, Sweden

Speaking Engagements

2016

Womens Resource Center

Womens Resource Center

2001

Advocacy Institute Representing Battered Women

1999

Crossing Borders: Regional Meetings on Implementing Full Faith and Credit Full Faith and Credit

Publications

2013

Daily Local News Access to Justice Supplement

2000

Battered Women's Justice Project / PCADV Child Support Manual for Advocates

2000

Battered Women's Justice Project / PCADV Child Custody Manual for Advocates

Languages

German

English

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