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Family law matters can be complex, frustrating and costly. If you face a divorce, child custody dispute or other family law issue, you may be unsure where to turn. You know that the decisions you make today will affect you and your loved ones for the rest of your lives. But how can you make sure you are making the right decisions?

At the Law Office of Smith & Horwitz, we understand and we can help. We have more than 35 years of experience devoted exclusively to family law. As a small firm with experienced attorneys, we are able to offer clients the resources and capabilities of a large firm, with the personal, attentive service of a smaller law firm.

We can guide you through the complex legal terrain of family law and divorce issues, working with you personally to help you make informed decisions about your future.
Position Organization Location Duration
School Degree Major Graduation
Beasley School of Law, Temple UniversityJ.D. Law SchoolN/A  
Bryn MawrM.A.Political ScienceN/A
University of PennsylvaniaB.A.Political ScienceN/A
State / Court Date
Pennsylvania1975
  • Philadelphia Bar Association

    Custody Committee, Chair 1999-2002, Co-Chair 2002-Present
    Family Law Section 1989
    Executive Committee 2001, 2002
    Family Law Section Co-Chair committee on Cultural Diversity 1999,2000, 2002
    Pennsylvania Bar Association 2014, Education Task Force
    Smith And Leibel Annual Prize in Family Law, Temple Law School Sponsor
  • Established Smith & Leibel Annual Prize in Family Law, Temple University Law School
  • Conflicts in Custody and Visitation (Co-Author), American Orthopsychiatric Association, Toronto, Canada, American Orthopsychiatric Association, 1984
    Barrister on Pre-Nuptial Agreements (with Shelley Leibel), Summer, 1990
    Managing Family Loyalty Conflicts in Child Custody Disputes (with Margaret Cotroneo and Helene Moriarty), Haworth Press
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1420 Locust Street
Suite 110, Academy House
Philadelphia, PA 19102
39.9482372,-75.1657679

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