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4.4 /5.0
22 Client Reviews
$ 400-400 per hour
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Dana L. Reynolds
also known as Dana Leigh Reynolds, Dana Reynolds
Virtual Consultation Available
About Dana
Biography
Dana L. Reynolds, Esq., grew up in Wilmington, Delaware, and is the founding Member of the Law Offices of Dana L. Reynolds, LLC. She focuses her practice in the areas of Family Mediation, Family/Divorce Law, and Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Law.
In June of 2010, Ms. Reynolds founded the Law Offices of Dana L. Reynolds, LLC. Prior to this, Ms. Reynolds worked as an associate attorney at the nationally renowned Delaware law firm of Richards, Layton & Finger, P.A., in the firm's Restructuring and Bankruptcy Group. There she represented a variety of national and regional clients, including Fortune 500 corporate debtors, liquidating trusts and trustees, receivers and monitors in foreign proceedings, financial institutions as senior secured lenders and ad hoc committees of creditors, in multi-million dollar bankruptcy liquidation and reorganization proceedings under chapters 7, 11 and 15 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. Ms. Reynolds’ reviewed, objected to and/or settled thousands of claims made by creditors, former employees, landlords and federal and state agencies against bankruptcy estates, resolved contract disputes and prosecuted preference actions on behalf of plaintiff-debtors in the context of chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
Before working at Richards, Layton & Finger, P.A., Ms. Reynolds served as law clerk to the Hon. Jane R. Roth, Senior Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third District. While clerking at the federal appellate court, Ms. Reynolds reviewed and analyzed trial and administrative law judge decisions and drafted bench memoranda and proposed precedential and non-precedential opinions resolving, among other things, contract disputes, business torts, and employment, environmental, criminal judgment and sentencing, immigration, social security disability and federal and state constitutional matters.
Prior to her federal appellate clerkship, Ms. Reynolds was the law clerk to the Hon. Chandlee Johnson Kuhn, Chief Judge of the Family Court of the State of Delaware. There, she gained valuable experience in domestic relations and criminal and sentencing matters including adoption, termination of parental rights, divorce, complex marital property distribution, separation, premarital agreements, paternity, custody, spousal support, child protection, guardianship, domestic violence/PFAs, and juvenile adjudications of delinquency and expungement of records thereof. During her clerkship at the Family Court, Ms. Reynolds also acted as a designee of the Chief Judge and the Family Court to the Bar-Bench-Media Conference, Wilmington HOPE Commission, Child Protection Accountability Commission, Fatal Incident Review Team, Delaware Girls Initiative and Domestic Violence Coordinating Council.
In addition to her diverse legal experience, Ms. Reynolds comes from a hospitality business background and has an in-depth understanding of the challenges, obstacles and opportunities for the food and beverage industry. After graduating from Cornell University's prestigious hospitality business school, the Cornell School of Hotel Administration, with a major in Food and Beverage Management, Ms. Reynolds worked in the fine wine industry. First, as a Wine Advisor at New York City’s world-renowned Sherry-Lehmann Wine & Spirits, Ms. Reynolds advised clients in strategic investment, consignment, purchase, and storage of fine and rare wines and assisted in wine valuation for consignment and auction through Sotheby’s New York. Thereafter, as an Estates Group Account Manager for premier West Coast wine and liquor distributor, Young’s Market Company, Ms. Reynolds was responsible for driving millions of dollars in wine sales in top Zagat-rated restaurants, wine shops, and hotels in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hollywood, downtown Los Angeles, Glendale, Pasadena and the San Fernando Valley. At Young’s Market Company, Ms. Reynolds worked with chefs and restaurant owners to create unique and award-winning wine lists, arranged and conducted wine dinners and public tasting events, and assisted clients in the opening of new restaurants and hotels by facilitating the opening of credit accounts, securing on- and off-premise alcoholic beverage licensing and training of alcoholic beverage servers. Through her unique wine experience, Ms. Reynolds gained extensive knowledge of the three-tier alcohol distribution model existing in the United States.
Effective and Compassionate Family Mediator.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Mediation
60%
LGBT+ Law
20%
Marriage and Prenuptials
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Delaware for 19 years
State: Delaware
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Dana L. Reynolds, LLC
30C Trolley Square, Wilmington, DE, 19806-2184
danareynoldslaw.com/Dana L. Reynolds's Reviews
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Posted by Eileen | February 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Grateful for a new beginning
I'm so glad I called Dana's office. I know I would not have had the outcome I did if I went with any other lawyer for my divorce. Dana took so much time with me and called me when she knew I was struggling through the important decisions. Dana is not only very intelligent in her knowledge of the l...
Posted by Maria | June 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Awesome Divorce Attorney
Dana is the best attorney in the state. She is very effective and genuine. Dana and her staff treated me like family. If, u need a divorce attorney without a doubt she's the best. I was blessed to have her represent me. She will stand by u 150%... Very patient and extremely intelligent. Definitely ...
Posted by Katie | August 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Divorce in the time of Corona
Dana and her team are simply amazing. I used her services for my divorce. Though the situation is inherently frustrating and stressful, many times it did not feel that way because the team handled everything. Dana is an excellent communicator, timely, understanding, and very knowledgeable. She’s very...
Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Melissa Rhoads
Dana helped me through the family court system and eased my concerns during a very difficult time in my life. She was responsive, thorough, and detail-oriented. She created a custom custody agreement that met all my needs (which I know was a lot more than the normal run of the mill agreement). She...
Posted by Sarah | September 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wonderful attorney
Dana made an otherwise stressful experience as smooth as possible and was very responsive and timely with her communications. She and her team did an excellent and thorough job with the matter they handled for me, and with courtesy and professionalism. I would use her again in the future, and recomm...
Dana L. Reynolds's Lawyer Endorsements
"Dana is a strong advocate for her clients' rights. She is highly regarded in the Delaware Bar as being a fantastic litigator. We have had some mutual clients, and they always speak very highly of her. I am proud to endorse Dana for Family Law and Criminal Defense!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dana is very well regarded in the Delaware Bar and zealously represents her clients while maintaining a a composed and reasonable posture. She is a valued member of our community."
"Dana is a knowledgeable hardworking attorney that strives to provide the best representation to her clients while also taking the time to share her experience and expertise with other attorneys."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Dana on many matters. Her commitment to the client is outstanding. Moreover, she is a team-player with the other lawyers involved. I have personally referred family to her. She is top-notch."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dana is smart, efficient and not afraid to take on a challenging case. She works hard for her clients and always maintains the highest level of professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dana has demonstrated exemplary skills as a trial attorney handling difficult divorce and custody cases. She has earned an outstanding reputation."
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"I worked with Dana several different times over the years, and each time I have been struck by her character and professionalism. While colleagues at the Family Court of the State of Delaware in Wilmington, she headed multiple initiatives on behalf of the Court in addition to her duties as a clerk, demonstrating both a mastery of and passion for family law matters. Beyond family matters, however, she exhibited a clear understanding and aptitude for all areas of the law during our time together at the United States Third Circuit Court of Appeals clerking for the Honorable Jane R. Roth. Regardless of which type of legal matter she was tasked with at the Third Circuit, she always displayed a quick grasp of the issue in question through her meticulous attention to detail. These experiences, in conjunction with her time practicing at a premier Delaware law firm, convince me that she is an exemplary attorney more than capable of exceeding her clients’ needs."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Dana treats each of her clients as if that client's case is the most important in her practice. Dana is hardworking, responsive and always willing to think creatively to solve problems and come up with the best possible solution for her clients. You will not find many lawyers as honest, talented or brilliant as Ms. Reynolds. She never fails to go the extra mile for clients."
"I heartily endorse Dana's work. She is a skilled practitioner who treats all of her clients with empathy and compassion and works hard to obtain the best result for them under the circumstances."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer - Family Law, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer - Family Law, SuperLawyers
2023
Top Lawyer - Family Law, Delaware Today
2022
Super Lawyer - Family Law, SuperLawyers
2022
Top Lawyer - Family Law, Delaware Today
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer - Family Law, SuperLawyers
2021
Top Lawyer - Family Law, Delaware Today
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer - Family Law, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star - Family Law, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star - Family Law, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star - Family Law, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Outstanding Recent Alumna Award, Widner University School of Law
Work Experience
2008 - 2010
Associate, Richards, Layton & Finger, P.A.
2007 - 2008
Law Clerk to the Honorable Jane R. Roth, Senior Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
2006 - 2007
Law Clerk to the Honorable Chandlee Johnson Kuhn, Chief Judge, The Family Court of the State of Delaware
1999 - 2003
Account Manager for Fine Wine Division, Youngs Market Company - The Estates Group
1998 - 1999
Wine Advisor, Sherry-Lehmann Wine & Spirits
Associations
2010 - Present
Melson-Arsht American Inn of CourtMember
2010 - Present
Delaware Volunteer Legal Services (DVLS)Volunteer Attorney
2008 - Present
Office of the Child AdvocateVolunteer Attorney
2006 - Present
Delaware State Bar Association (DSBA)Member
2005 - Present
Richard S. Rodney American Inn of CourtBarrister
Sample of Legal Cases
East West Resort Development V, L.P., L.L.L.P., et al., Case No. 10-10452
Questex Media Group, Inc., et al., Case No. 09-13423
R.H. Donnelley Corporation, et al., Case No. 09-11833
In re Heartland Publications, LLC, et al., Case No. 09-14459
AbitibiBowater Inc., et al., Case No. 09-11296
Smurfit-Stone Container Corporation, et al., Case No. 09-10235
Qimonda Richmond, LLC, et al., Case No. 09-10589
Special Devices, Incorporated, Case No. 08-13312
Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc., et al., Case No. 09-11655
Leiner Health Products, Inc., et al., Case No. 08-10446,
Anderson News, Inc., Case No. 09-10695
Affiliated Media, Inc., Case No. 10-10202
W.C. Wood Corporation, Ltd., et al., Case No. 11893
Sea Launch Company, L.L.C. et al., Case No. 12153
Pliant Corporation, et al., Case No. 09-10443
Dura Automotive Systems, Inc., et. al., Case No. 06-11202
Crown Village Farm, LLC, Case No. 09-11522
W.R. Grace, et al., Case No. 01-01139
Education
2006
Widener University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Cornell University School of Hotel Administration
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2023
Family Law Update 2023
Hot Topics In Parentage & Assisted Reproductive Technology for Same Sex Couples
2018
Fundamentals of Law Practice Management and Technology 2018
Lawyer-Client Relations
2017
Fundamentals of Law Practice Management and Technology 2017
Lawyer-Client Relations
2017
Connections - Osher Lifelong Learning
Child Guardianship & Visitation for Grandparents
2017
Celebrating the Clover, Getting Pulled Over
DUI
2016
Bench and Bar Conference 2016
Family Law Panel
2015
Delaware State Bar Association
Assisted Reproductive Technology and The Law
2010
2010 Widener Law Professionalism Day
Building a Professional Identity
2010
11/11/10 CLE Lecture
Selected Topics in Child Custody Matters
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I hire an attorney to try to gain more visitation with my daughter?
15 Oct 2020
Q&A
What happens if my wife leaves with our 1 year old to move far away when I am in process of filing for shared custody?
12 Jul 2020
Q&A
Divorce in 2012 my lawyer never filed my qdra for 50percent of spouses pension? Can I refile now?
13 Jul 2020