Paula Munafo Borradaile

Paula Munafo Borradaile

also known as Paula Munafo Borradaile

4.6
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

About Paula

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

20 years

20%
Child Support 20%

20 years

20%
Family 20%

20 years

20%
Mediation 20%

20 years

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 19 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 19 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2006

Resigned Without Prejudice

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Paula Munafo Borradaile's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Allison | September 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Simply the best

Organized, intelligent, and on the ball. She handled my divorce and my request for school change (special relief). She was stellar, professional and so incredibly well prepared, able to pull out proof of an inaccurate statement rapidly, she built the case so that it ran smoothly. She helped me to pre...pare on a Sunday and had her mom drive my grandmother home after testifying. Above and beyond, she never made me feel like she was wasting my time or money and the victory was worth all the time and money I spent. I cannot recommend her enough.

Posted by Rakhi | July 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent lawyer, highly recommended !

Paula is an excellent and a very smart lawyer and I cannot say enough about her !!! I was blessed to have found her. My divorce case was complicated and long and Paula went above and beyond in it with her expertise. She is an awesome lawyer. She helped me get the support alimony and property divisi...on via settlement as per my wish!! Paula comes up with great ideas that help solve issues. She does her research and helped finding Case examples which are very highly important for any case. She got me emergency health insurance from the other party when I was not well. Paula cleverly handled the last hearing in the court which was difficult because the other party threw new issues at us during the hearing and was constantly lying. Paula was quick in bringing up new ideas in the court and fought for me ardently. She responded strongly to the other lawyer when needed and we did win !! Again I emphasize, only a smart lawyer can do what she did and that I think is the greatest quality ! Paula will tell you exactly how it is, not something to please you or misguide you or keep you under the false impression unlike many other lawyers. She is always well prepared and she really cares. Dealing with a long delay from other party and lies from the other party was not easy but Paula never had any problem and she is ardent at her work. She is a fighter. She is great at communication and I always knew what points we were going to bring up in the hearing. She put up options for me on table from time to time and advised me in the right direction unlike other lawyers. Paula has good reputation with judges and masters. It’s a long review but we had a long divorce process and I could find all this about her. She has been named a Super Lawyer 5 times and not for no reason !!! Look no further if you want to hire a great lawyer - you won’t be disappointed I assure you !!!

Posted by Yuval | January 12, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

!!! EXCELENT LAWYER !!!

I received divorce papers from my wife by surprise. We were fighting for quite some time and I was sure that we can resolve the issues via counseling but that was not the case. This action by my wife threw me to an emotional spin and confusion at the same time I was in fear of losing everything that ...I ever worked for all my life, including my house, kids, savings money, retirement etc. I was as lucky as can be to have Paula Borradaile as my lawyer. In a few short weeks Paula was able to get everything in my life back in order and remove any fears or concern off my mind. Her handling of my divorce was second to none! Paula was able to explain the process to me and dismissed many of the demands that were made by my x-wife’s lawyer in the initial divorce papers and during the negotiations process. There were no questions that Paula was not able to answer or give advice about. I was able to reach out to her via phone or e-mail and always got correspondence back. She was always reassuring and supportive of decisions I had to make no matter how tough they were and always looked for my best interest when it came time to decide or discuss custody, Money, division of martial assets etc. The only bad part is that this review is that this website only allows to rate a lawyer with 5 starts while she deserve 10 or more. I highly recommend Paula Borradaile to anyone who needs a competent, assertive, knowledgeable lawyer to handle their divorce case because that’s what Paula is.

Posted by DH | April 01, 2014 | Family

Highly Recommended Paula as Family Lawyer

Paula Borradaile is a competent and personable lawyer that accomplishes her work very quickly; therefore, I highly recommend Paula to anyone seeking a family lawyer. Paula wrote my premarital agreement and covered all details to make sure my inheritance and assets are protected. I am fortunate to ha...ve Paula represent me because she warned me of all actions that can make a prenup invalid (a concept that most people don’t consider). Paula also gave advantageous advises on how to approach a future spouse with a premarital agreement (since these situations tend to be sensitive). She will provide expert recommendations that benefit the client she is representing. Paula kept the legal cost in mind and finalized the agreement quickly and thoroughly. For my case, I received some refund on my retainer fee, proving that Paula puts her clients need first. I have no regrets choosing Paula to represent me. I am highly satisfied with her work and I feel at ease having Paula as my lawyer.

Posted by Laura | March 27, 2014 | Child Custody

An exceptional attourney

Paula represented me in attempted negotiation with my ex husband and my custody trial. We did everything possible to negotiate an agreeable settlement for both parties but my ex was unwilling to negotiate so we ended up going to custody trial. Paula is extremely knowledgable and very well organized.... I felt that we went to trial perfectly prepared and ready to win. I am so thankful I had Paula representing me and I firmly believe that her professionalism and courtroom savy allowed us our victory. I highly recommend Paula for all divorce matters.

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Paula Munafo Borradaile's Lawyer Endorsements

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Randi Rubin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Bort

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sara McGeever

Family lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Paula is incredibly knowledgeable in the area of Family Law. She maintains excellent relationships with her clients, is detail oriented, diligent and competent in every respect. She is someone I trust and frequently rely on. Paula deserves recognition in the legal community."

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Randi Rubin

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Peter Bort

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star in Family Law, 2010, 2014-2019, SuperLawyers Magazine

2018

Top Lawyer, 2012, 2017-2018, Main Line Today Magazine

2012

Awesome Attorney, 2011-2012, Suburban Life Magazine

2006

James J. Manderino Award for Trial Advocacy, Villanova Univeristy School of Law

Work Experience

2007 - 2013

Family Law Associate, Bennett & Associates

2006 - 2007

Law Clerk to the Honorable Joseph P. Testa, Superior Court of New Jersey

Associations

2012 - Present

Doris Jonas Freed American Inn of Court

Executive Committee Member

2010 - Present

Chester County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2008 - Present

Collaborative Family Law Affiliates

Member

2007 - Present

Women's Resource Center

Attorney Affiliate

2007 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2007 - 2011

Philadelphia Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Education

2006

Villanova University School of Law

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

Speaking Engagements

2012

Pennsylvania Bar Association, Family Law Section Equitable Distribution Case Law Update

Publications

2010

American Bar Association, Family Law Quarterly Law in the Fifty States- Pennsylvania Reporter

Languages

English

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