Ari R. Karpf is a zealous trial advocate concentrating his practice in all facets of employment and labor law, including, discrimination, sexual harassment, wrongful discharge, breach of contract, union avoidance, unemployment compensation, Warn Act violations, and on a select basis, criminal matters. Mr. Karpf graduated summa cum laude from International College of Fort Myers, Florida, finishing first in his class. He graduated magna cum laude from Thomas M. Cooley Law School, where he was awarded the President's Achievement Award, honors for outstanding advancement of the Thomas Cooley Law Journal, was recognized as a distinguished appeals magistrate, and received several certificates of merit for outstanding scholastic performance. Mr. Karpf is a member of the bars of state courts in Pennsylvania, the state courts in New Jersey, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the United States District Court of New Jersey. Although Mr. Karpf focuses primarily on employment and labor law, he also has a very strong background in complex criminal litigation at the trial and appellate levels. He takes criminal appeals, state or federal, and handles habeas corpus petitions.

John S. Morabito is a solo practitioner specializing in estate planning and administration. He also serves as Partition Hearing Officer in the Court of Common Pleas for Philadelphia County, PA. John has over thirty years of legal experience and is admitted to practice law in several states, including Pennsylvania, as well as being admitted to practice law before the United States Supreme Court. John has an extensive legal background. He has served as a federal official, policy advisor, corporate attorney, and general counsel of a non-profit organization. Currently, he helps families in Philadelphia with their estate planning needs, and assists with probating estates (with or without a will). His services include drafting wills, powers of attorney, health care proxies, and pet trusts. Probate services include working with the Register of Wills to administer estates for deceased individuals.

Ever since childhood, Renee Hykel Cuddy, Esq. has been passionate about helping others. While attending law school, Renee Hykel Cuddy ambitiously trained and competed around the globe as an international Olympic athlete for the U.S. Olympic Rowing Team. She competed for the United States for six years and won several international medals. She brings this same tenacity to her law firm by doing everything she can to win your immigration or family law case. Through her athletic experiences, Ms. Hykel Cuddy developed an understanding of the benefits of diverse culture in business, as well as a passion for uniting families. Hiring Hykel Law is like having Olympic-level legal representation. Through the years, Renee Hykel Cuddy’s vision and sense of purpose have never wavered. She founded Hykel Law Firm with a mission of helping foreign immigrants enjoy the same freedoms, aspirations, and opportunities enjoyed by U.S. citizens. Ms. Hykel Cuddy maintains resilient integrity, honesty, and aggressive defense on behalf of all the individuals and families in greater Philadelphia whom she has the pleasure of representing. When other lawyers throw in the towel, get in touch with Renee Hykel Cuddy, Esq., founder and managing attorney of Hykel Law.

George Steffish is a practicing attorney in the state of Pennsylvania. He received his J.D. from Duquesne University in 1979. He currently works for the firm of Steffish & Lafferty PC.

Kenneth Weinstein is practicing lawyer in the state of Pennsylvania.

“Life is not always going to unfold as you planned. When life changes for you, we can help plan for your future.” Alicia Reiff is passionate about helping families and individuals of all ages efficiently resolve their legal matters, so they can confidently move forward with their lives. Her value as a legal advocate goes beyond her experience and knowledge of Pennsylvania family law. It’s the relationships and rapport that she builds with her clients that strengthen their peace of mind, knowing that with her guidance, they are making informed decisions about their future. Alicia is uniquely qualified to help her clients when emotions run high. Prior to earning her Juris Doctor from the Kline School of Law at Drexel University, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. This degree has given Alicia a unique perspective as a legal advocate; she understands how to set realistic expectations and respond appropriately and effectively to highly emotional situations. Her approach is effective in all areas of family law, including equitable distribution, high asset divorce, child custody, child and spousal support, marital agreements, and protection from abuse. When her clients need continuing support after their case has resolved, Alicia can offer a helping hand by referring them to counselors, financial planners, and other professional support. Prior to joining Petrelli Previtera, Alicia ran a private family law practice for three years. In this role, she gained vast experience with the full range of family law matters, seeing them through from the very beginning to resolution. She previously practiced law with a Philadelphia firm dedicated to providing quality legal services for reasonable fees. This firm emphasized clients’ education to make well-informed decisions through the stages of negotiation and litigation that are unique to family law and landlord-tenant matters. She was also previously employed as an associate attorney by a private firm with a focus on family law matters. Alicia continues her mission to provide efficient, high quality, and compassionate legal services for her clients. She is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and represents clients throughout Montgomery, Bucks, Philadelphia, and Berks Counties. Alicia is a member of the Montgomery County Bar Association and Pennsylvania Bar Association. She also provides pro bono legal services through select non-profit organizations in an effort to support her local community in and around Montgomery County. In addition to her family law career, Alicia enjoys sharing the kitchen with her husband, dancing in the living room with her two young children and yorkie, reading, and taking any chance to visit a beach.

As a former Assistant District Attorney, Stephanie Ojeda is an experienced courtroom lawyer who has worked with hundreds of clients, advocating for them on a wide range of issues, including divorce and family law matters. Her peers know Stephanie as a proactive divorce lawyer who is always ready to take action on her client’s behalf. She understands the emotional impact that prolonged litigation can have on families, and she fights to achieve efficient resolutions. Stephanie Ojeda brings a unique blend of compassionate advocacy and fierce litigation skills to her role as a divorce attorney in Philadelphia. She has guided hundreds of clients through some of the toughest moments in their lives, helping them navigate complex family law matters with a steady hand. “My goal is always to make sure my clients feel supported and safe,” Stephanie shares. “When they are empowered to make informed decisions, we can work together toward a brighter, more stable future.” Stephanie’s approach is rooted in her ability to build a strong rapport with her clients. Her honest and direct communication style allows clients to open up and feel understood, making the legal process easier to manage. She is particularly passionate about giving a voice to those who feel voiceless, especially clients who have been psychologically beaten down by abusive partners. Stephanie doesn’t just provide legal representation; she helps her clients rediscover their self-confidence and see the light at the end of the tunnel. One of Stephanie’s most rewarding cases involved representing a client in a Protection from Abuse (PFA) hearing. In this case, one partner was clearly abusing the legal system to the detriment of her ex and their children. Stephanie’s fierce advocacy helped to expose this misuse of the system, ultimately aiming to bring peace and justice to her client and protect the children involved. “It’s moments like these,” Stephanie says, “when I know my work is making a real difference — not just legally, but in the lives of the families I serve.” By focusing on protecting her clients’ rights and interests, Stephanie offers a sense of balance and stability during tumultuous times. She is proud to have helped individuals who have faced significant power differentials in their relationships, guiding them toward a happier and more secure future. Before joining Petrelli Previtera, Stephanie worked as an assistant district attorney in Philadelphia, where she prepared and conducted more than 40 bench trials that focused on family law, child sexual assault, and protection order violations for cases of abuse. She also sat first chair in felony trials in the Family Violence and Sexual Assault Unit. Her passion for family law began as a Certified Domestic Violence Advocate with Congreso de Latinos Unidos, where she assisted with client intakes, motions, and document translation for Philadelphia Courts. Stephanie earned her Juris Doctor and Certificate of Trial Advocacy from Philadelphia’s Temple University Beasley School of Law. During her time at Temple University Beasley School of Law, she was a member of the Women’s Law Caucus, the secretary for the Latin American Law Student Association, the bilingual student advocate in the School Discipline Advocacy Series, and the class assistant to the Honorable Mia Perez in Integrated Trial Advocacy. Stephanie is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and is an active member of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she lives in Philadelphia with her spouse and two pit bulls. When she is not advocating for her clients, she spends her time gardening, cooking, restoring old furniture, and traveling.

Michael Rentschler proudly serves Camp Hill, Pennsylvania and the neighboring communities in the areas of divorce & family law, criminal, and estate law.