I see myself as a service provider. I return phone calls promptly - the same day if possible, otherwise the next day. I try to accommodate people - to allay their concerns and fears by responding to their questions, returning their calls, and giving them sound legal advice.  I advise my clients on a rational course of action, counseling them to take into account all the factors involved in a given decision, to help them decide whether a given course of action is worth taking in the long run.

I am conscious of people's financial situations. I advise my clients that there are costs associated with their goals which they must consider before taking action. These costs are both financial and emotional. It is my job to assist in achieving my clients' goals, provided they are reasonable. I am not afraid to go to trial, but I attempt to reach a fair settlement before proceeding to trial. Ultimately, though, my clients' interest comes first.

As a Family Law lawyer, having three kids of my own helps to put things in perspective for me. My own motherhood helps me to empathize with and serve my clients who are going through family problems, like battling for custody of their children.

Contact me at the Law Office of Theresa Ann Hartzell, in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, for your free initial telephone consultation.  I offer very flexible office hours, including evening and weekend office hours.