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Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Carlisle, PA
At Sommer & O’Donnell, we bring over 15 years of dedicated experience to addressing complex family law matters in Pennsylvania. Our firm specializes in divorce, custody, spousal support, adoption, and estate planning, prioritizing client needs with a compassionate, personalized approach. We serve clients across Central Pennsylvania and surrounding counties, offering strategic legal guidance tailored to each unique situation. Our attorneys, including Michelle L. Sommer and Brandon S. ODonnell, combine deep legal expertise with a commitment to transparency and client education. We strive to simplify challenging legal processes, ensuring clients feel supported and informed at every stage.Our practice emphasizes proactive solutions, whether in negotiation, mediation, or litigation, while maintaining the highest ethical standards. With offices in Carlisle, York, Chambersburg, and Lancaster, we provide accessible, responsive representation. Our teams focus on family law allows us to deliver nuanced insights into Pennsylvanias evolving legal landscape. We empower clients to protect their rights and secure favorable outcomes through meticulous preparation and advocacy. Trust Sommer & O’Donnell to navigate your legal challenges with professionalism, integrity, and unwavering dedication to your familys future.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Estate Planning
Adoptions
Protection From Abuse
Name Changes
Paternity
Guardianships
Wills
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of specialized family law experience in Pennsylvania.
- Our attorneys prioritize client education and transparent communication.
- We maintain offices in four strategic Pennsylvania locations for accessibility.
- Our team includes seasoned litigators and skilled negotiators.
- We provide emergency legal support for urgent family law matters.
What people say
Professional and highly educated
Transparent and honest counsel
Patient and compassionate representation
Multiple strategic options provided
Emergency availability ensured
Services
Divorce
Our divorce practice addresses all aspects of marital dissolution, including property division, alimony, and child custody. We guide clients through Pennsylvania's legal requirements while prioritizing amicable resolutions. With extensive courtroom experience, we protect client interests in contested cases while exploring cost-effective alternatives like mediation.
Child Custody
We handle custody arrangements, visitation rights, and modifications under Pennsylvania law. Our approach balances children's best interests with parental rights, addressing physical and legal custody frameworks. We assist with relocation cases, grandparent rights, and enforcement of existing orders through strategic legal action.
Spousal Support
Our firm navigates Pennsylvania's spousal support guidelines, addressing temporary and long-term maintenance calculations. We represent clients in establishing, modifying, or challenging support obligations based on income disparities, marriage duration, and other statutory factors.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Our services ensure asset protection and healthcare directives while complying with Pennsylvania probate laws. We specialize in minimizing tax implications and establishing guardianships for minor children.
Adoptions
We facilitate domestic adoptions, including stepparent and relative placements, through Pennsylvania's legal process. Our services cover home studies, consent procedures, and finalization hearings to establish secure parental rights while addressing potential challenges.
People
Michelle L. Sommer
Esquire
Attorney Sommer specializes in family law with extensive experience in divorce, custody, and adoption cases across Pennsylvania. She focuses on client-centered solutions while maintaining aggressive advocacy in litigation when necessary.
Brandon S. ODonnell
Esquire
Attorney ODonnell provides strategic legal counsel in complex family law matters, including high-asset divorces and child support disputes. He combines courtroom expertise with mediation skills to achieve favorable outcomes for clients throughout Pennsylvania.
Erika C. Lauer
Esquire
Attorney Lauer concentrates on family law issues including custody arrangements, protection from abuse orders, and estate planning. She emphasizes clear communication and practical solutions for clients navigating legal challenges.
Jamie Metz
Legal Professional
Jamie supports the firms practice areas with administrative and case management expertise, ensuring efficient client service delivery across all office locations.
Susan Guyer
Legal Staff
Susan contributes to the firms operations with specialized knowledge of Pennsylvania family law procedures and client coordination.
Questions
How do I schedule a consultation with Sommer & O’Donnell?
Contact our Carlisle office at 717-422-5209 or use our online contact form to arrange an initial consultation at any of our four Pennsylvania locations.
What areas of Pennsylvania do you serve?
We represent clients throughout Central Pennsylvania including Carlisle, York, Chambersburg, and Lancaster, as well as surrounding counties.
Do you handle emergency family law matters?
Yes, our attorneys provide immediate assistance with urgent issues like protection from abuse orders and emergency custody situations.
What family law services do you specialize in?
We focus exclusively on family law matters including divorce, child custody, spousal support, adoptions, and estate planning specific to Pennsylvania law.
Can you help with child support calculations?
Our attorneys apply Pennsylvania’s child support guidelines to determine appropriate payment amounts while considering each family’s unique circumstances.
Do you offer mediation services for divorce cases?
Yes, we provide mediation services to resolve divorce and custody disputes amicably while preparing for litigation when necessary to protect client interests.
