Atty. Paul Christopher Dougherty

Atty. Paul Christopher Dougherty

Paul Christopher Dougherty is a lawyer practicing family. Paul has been licensed for 31 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Paul Christopher Dougherty at a glance

Paul Christopher Dougherty is a family law attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1995), Pennsylvania (1995), and New York (1996). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Paul Christopher Dougherty is a lawyer practicing family
  • Paul has been licensed for 31 years
  • Paul practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Christopher Dougherty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Christopher Dougherty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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Where is Paul Christopher Dougherty's law office located?
Paul Christopher Dougherty's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Paul Christopher Dougherty focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Paul Christopher Dougherty practiced law?
Paul Christopher Dougherty has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
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Practice Areas

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1995
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1995
New York
Admitted: 1996

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