Julie Marie Potts

Julie Marie Potts

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Family Lawyer at West Chester, PA
Practice Areas: Family, Adoption, Child Custody ... +4 more

140 West Gay Street, West Chester, PA

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 21 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2004

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Potts, Shoemaker & Grossman, LLC

140 West Gay Street, West Chester, PA, 19380

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Julie Marie Potts's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Edwin | December 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

The Real MVP

I was at the end of a bad break up. At the time I had a 5 year old daughter that, for no reason, had been withheld from me for the better part of a year. I was lost, confused and didn’t know what to do. I was served support paperwork 2 days before her birthday and 4 days before Christmas. I was broke...n and knew I needed help to make things right for my daughter. Never in a million years did I think I’d be in this situation. Not knowing what to expect and after reading all the horror stories about custody battles I finally decided to reach out to her. I had nothing to lose but everything to gain. Julie Potts was recommended by a good friend of mine. She was exactly what I needed. Someone who listened to my story, answered my questions and relieved my concerns. After our very first conversation I knew I had made the right choice. She looked me in the eyes and said “everything will be ok”. I trusted her wholeheartedly. Fast forward to today...because of Julie I have a custody order in place that not only made me happy but more importantly gave my daughter and I the opportunity to build a healthy relationship together. Julie has changed my life and for that I will be forever grateful. I would recommend Julie to anyone.

Posted by Chris B | December 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Entire Process

Things in life aren't always easy but when I had to petition for emergency custody Julie was on it that day and that minute. She walked me through everything from support, custody and next steps. I am glad things have improved between the ex and myself to co-parent but I was definitely at the sta...rt of a long and tough journey. Without Julie the process would not have worked out for me as well as it did.

Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Professional, attentive and caring.

Undoing a marriage after 19 years was not fun. Splitting a family of 4 was worse. It is was a very emotional experience that was full of uncertainty. Julie Potts represented me through the process. Julie is a professional who also has a caring side. She was able to listen to my concerns and pr...iorities, give sound advice, work together with the other parties all the while keeping me calm. It was very comforting to know that she had the entire MacElree and Harvey team of experts to lean on. The entire staff is kind and warm and the facility is top notch. The result is a very amicable separation and a fair distribution with little to no negative effects to the children my ex-wife and I love so dearly.

Posted by Brian | February 14, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce and Custody

Let's just say I was little hesitant hiring an attorney since I didn't want to add a high attorney fee to my already expensive separation but I'm glad I did. And remember, you get what you pay for and Ms. Potts definitely delivered. She kept me up to date on things and I think really protected me f...rom getting taken advantage of. She was nice and calming when things dragged on. I'm glad I trusted her advice. I'll never use her again since I won't get married again! But I'd definitely recommend her to friends.

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Julie Marie Potts's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brooke Ginty

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Julie is an excellent family law attorney with an impeccable reputation in the legal community."

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Caroline Donato

Family lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steve Jarmon

Family lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christin Kubacke

Family lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Irene Levy

Family lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Hanifin

Family lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Julie is a first class attorney! I have worked on complex divorce cases where Julie is opposing counsel and her practical approach, attention to detail and experience makes her a first rate family law attorney!!"

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Andrew Silverman

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I work with Julie at MacElree Harvey. Julie is a terrific lawyer who does so much to help her clients navigate complicated family law and adoption issues. I find that our clients really appreciate having Julie fighting in their corner."

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Peter Kratsa

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Julie is a practical, well-prepared and intelligent lawyer. I endorse her."

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J. Gerbron

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leo Gibbons

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Julie is an excellent attorney and provides skilled representation to her clients."

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Patrick Boyer

Unknown lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marie Crossley

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Julie is a seasoned trial attorney who consistently puts her client's interests first when handling any matter."

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Michael Louis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Julie is bright, hard working and good with people."

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Jaime Jano

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Gallo

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Julie is a dedicated family law attorney with great courtroom experience."

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John McKenna

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Duke Schneider

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Julie is an excellent Family Law attorney."

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Brooke Ginty

Unknown lawyer

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Christin Kubacke

Family lawyer

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Richard Meanix

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Hanifin

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Patrick Boyer

Family lawyer

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Patrick Gallo

Litigation lawyer

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Jaime Jano

Family lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer Honoree, Super Lawyers

2023

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2022

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2022

Super Lawyer Honoree, Super Lawyers

2021

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2021

Super Lawyer Honoree, Super Lawyers

2021

Best Lawyer Readers Choice, Daily Local News

2020

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2019

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2018

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2015

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2014

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

Work Experience

2013 - 2016

Attorney, MacElree Harvey, Ltd.

2004 - 2009

Assistant District Attorney, Chester County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Doris Jonas Freed American Inn of Court

Member

2013 - Present

Planning Commission, West Goshen Township

Former Vice Chair

Chester County Bar Association

Member

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

PFA

Dismissed for the benefit of Client

Custody

Represented Mother and secured supervised visits for drug addicted Father

PFA

Dismissal for the benefit of Client

Custody

Support

Divorce

Adoption

PFA

Criminal Defense

Dismissal

Criminal Defense

Admission to ARD

Custody

Sole legal and physical custody for Father

Divorce

Exclusive Possession of the Marital Residence for Client

Support

Increased support for client upon opposing parent's petition to reduce

Grandparent custody

Secured Primary Physical Custody for Grandparent

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Education

2004

Duquesne University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Pittsburgh

Speaking Engagements

2017

Access to Justice Seminar

Custody

2016

Access to Justice Custody Seminar

Custody

Publications

Languages

English

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