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also known as Wahl Family Law
Joseph Wahl is a Delaware family law attorney with over 28 years of experience helping families through divorce, child custody, and complex family matters. Based in Wilmington, he guides clients through both contested and uncontested cases, protecting their rights and achieving the best outcomes.
Joe is passionate about solutions that prioritize children’s best interests and represents not just parents but also grandparents, other family members seeking meaningful relationships. Clients trust him for his experience, thorough preparation, and advocacy.
Serving Wilmington, Bear, Newark, and all of New Castle County, Joe provides loyal, strategic, and dedicated representation every step of the way
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State: Delaware
Acquired: 1995
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1994
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Posted by Michelle | June 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I contacted Mr. Wahl initially for a consultation. He was honest and straightforward. I hired him to represent my son and I. Mr. Wahl was extremely thorough, professional, and empathetic to our situation. He made all the difference! I can't recommend him enough!
Posted by Joel | June 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I found Mr.Wahl to be honest with me and my situation. He was very thorough in resolving an unfair marital dispute over property division. I would recommend him to anyone needing a knowledgeable attorney.
Posted by Catherine | March 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Wahl made the difference in our case! He is very knowledgeable in his practice area. He was able to keep us on track and focus on what was going to actually matter. He is compassionate and truly cares about his clients and their outcome. His office staff is friendly, respond quickly and were very...
Posted by Ping Jen | January 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney
My wife and I could not be happier and are truly grateful for the services provided by Mr. Joseph Wahl and his staff Lisa and Sophie. We live in Texas and were in immediate need of legal representation for our visitation petition case in the state of Delaware. We reached out to several firms in Del...
Posted by Carrie | May 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Wahl was methodical in guiding me through my unique divorce process. With his assistance of knowledge and objectiveness, we were able to create a settlement agreement for divorce that my spouse and I negotiated and accepted avoiding costly and time consuming litigation. I highly recommend!
"I endorse this lawyer. He is thought highly of by his peers."
"Joseph is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"Joseph is an excellent attorney committed to providing highest quality representation to clients. I endorse him without reservation."
"Mr. Joseph is undoubtedly a top notch attorney who has skillfully mastered his primary area of practice over the course of his professional experience. His sharp critical thinking and flawless work ethic are perhaps the key qualities which ensured the success of a remarkable number of his cases. I endorse this lawyer and encourage anyone who needs superior legal representation to opt for his services."
"I endorse Attorney Wahl without hesitation. His exhaustive experience with, and knowledge of, family law ranks among the best in the business. He has my highest recommendation."
"A skilled and knowledgeable attorney dedicated to serving the DE community."
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"You can rely on Joe Wahl."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Wahl numerous times of the years and have always found him to be professional and level headed in difficult cases. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and I refer matters to him frequently. He also has a wonderful support staff whom are extremely friendly and helpful."
"Joe works hard to promote his clients' interests but always maintains the highest level of professionalism."
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"I endorse this lawyer. We were adversaries on several cases. He was thoroughly prepared and effective."
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Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top Lawyer, The Global Directory of Whose Who
1996 - Present
Attorney, Self Employed Attorney
1994 - 1996
Associate, Law Office of Francis Urso
1997 - Present
Delaware Victims Advocacy ProgramPro Bono Attorney
1995 - Present
Delaware State Bar AssociationMember
1998 - 1999
Melson-Arsht American Inn of CourtMember
1994 - 2016
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
1990 - 2016
Federalist SocietyMember
The court deferred the issue of alimony. The wife retained her right to seek alimony in the future. The court awarded the wife 50 percent of the retirement assets and 55 percent of other marital assets.
New Trial Granted on Appeal to the Supreme Court of Delaware
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Speach on Conflict of Laws
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