April Townsend | Annapolis Divorce Lawyer

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Main Office

125 West Street
Suite 301
Annapolis, MD 21401

Office Hours

Monday - Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Other Locations

Philadelphia: (215) 523-6900

NORRISTOWN
516 DeKalb Street, Suite C
Norristown PA 19401
(610) 924-2870

VOORHEES
One Echelon Plaza
227 Laurel Road
Suite 100
Voorhees, NJ 08043

(201) 655-7204

PRINCETON, NJ
29 Emmons Drive
Suite G40
Princeton, NJ 08540

609-917-9560

CHICAGO
Two Prudential Plaza
180 North Stetson
Suite 3500
Chicago, IL 60601

(312) 252-2085

WEST CHESTER
1585 McDaniel Drive
West Chester
PA 19380

(610) 431-4012

Petrelli Previtera, LLC

About April

April M. Townsend, with over twelve years of experience in family law, has become particularly adept at navigating the complexities of divorce cases, earning a reputation for being well-prepared, reasonable, and deeply knowledgeable in this area. Her meticulous approach, especially in divorce proceedings, aims to position her clients for favorable outcomes, understanding the sensitive and intricate nature of these cases.

What distinguishes April is her balanced approach to family law matters. She recognizes the importance of exploring all avenues for resolution and is always willing to engage in meaningful discussions about settlement options. However, when litigation becomes necessary to protect her client’s rights and interests, April fearlessly advocates for them.

One of April’s core principles is actively empowering her clients to participate in their legal journey. She believes involving parties in shaping the resolution of their case leads to greater satisfaction and reduced costs. She says, “When parties play a role in concluding their case, they tend to be more satisfied and spend less.”

Clients who entrust their family law & estate planning matters to April will receive attentive and prepared representation. Her ability to navigate complex legal landscapes and genuine care for her client’s well-being consistently results in positive outcomes.

When facing challenging family law issues, April M. Townsend is the attorney you want by your side. Her reputation for being well-prepared, reasonable, and skilled in negotiation and litigation provides clients with the confidence and assurance they need during this critical time. With April advocating for your rights and striving for the best possible resolution, you can face the future with optimism and clarity.

In addition to her legal accomplishments, April M. Townsend is a proud graduate of the University of Maryland in College Park, MD, where she excelled academically and double-majored in Government & Politics and Criminal Justice, graduating with honors. She then earned her Juris Doctor from the James E. Beasley School of Law at Temple University, where she was admitted as a Conwell Law Scholar, recognizing her outstanding academic achievements. April is admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.

Appointments can be scheduled at https://www.petrellilaw.com/schedule-a-consultation. The cost to consult with one of our attorneys ranges from $150 to $350. We offer a $50 discount for those who elect to prepay for their consultations.

Admission

Verified District of Columbia

2024

Verified Maryland

2023

Verified New Jersey

2010

Verified Pennsylvania

2010

Education

Beasley School of Law, Temple University

J.D.

Recognitions & Achievements

Associations
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • Secretary of the Board of the YWCA
  • Bucks County Bar Association
  • Montgomery County Bar Association, Women in the Law Committee
  • Member Estate Done Right

Notable Work

Publications

Co-Author, NBI’s Step-by-Step Guide to Drafting Wills and Trusts,

2021


Understanding Contested Adoptions in Pennsylvania

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