Atty. Lawrence W. Abel
Lawrence W. Abel is a lawyer practicing litigation, family law, divorce and 8 other areas of law.
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Lawrence W. Abel is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Abel Law, PC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983), District of Columbia (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fourth and Sixth Circuits U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1982) and University of Michigan (A.B. Economics, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Bar Associations District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Lawrence W. Abel is a lawyer practicing litigation, family law, divorce and 8 other areas of law
- Lawrence received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Lawrence practices at Abel Law, PC in Philadelphia, PA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Lawrence W. Abel is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Lawrence W. Abel is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Pennsylvania →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Lawrence W. Abel is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Lawrence W. Abel is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Pennsylvania →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Lawrence W. Abel is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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