Maria N. Testa - Philadelphia, PA
Attorney at Testa & Pagnanelli, LLC
Family Law Lawyers in Philadelphia, PA
1500 JFK Blvd Suite 1020 Philadelphia, PA 19102 - 1741
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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18
Years
Experience
Philadelphia Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Child Support
- Custody & Visitation
- Divorce
- Same Sex Issues
- Adoption
- Spousal Support / Alimony
- Visitation Rights
Attorney Information
Overview
As a member of the Pennsylvania Bar, founding Attorney Maria N. Testa has dedicated her practice to resolving family law matters. A skilled litigator, Maria is known for her tenacity and effectiveness in the courtroom. Additionally, she is well known by judges and practitioners alike for her practical approach to negotiating and litigating family law matters. She is strongly committed to providing pro bono legal services to her disabled and low-income clients who are in critical need of legal help. Maria is a member of the Bar Association, the Pennsylvania Bar Association, and the Philadelphia Bar Association.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Suburban Life Magazine Top Family Law Attorneys
- Super Lawyers Rising Star 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020
Other Sources of Feedback About Maria N. Testa
Included on the 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
- 2015 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Seton Hall University School of Law,
Newark,
New Jersey, 2006
J.D.
Honors: Appointed Teaching Fellow - Federal Income Taxation & Business Association
Honors: Outstanding Oral Advocacy Award
Honors: Member, Family Law Society
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Seton Hall University School of Law,
Newark,
New Jersey, 2006
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Non Legal Education
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University of Rochester, 2003
B.A.
Honors: Dean's List
Major: Political Science
Minor: Legal Studies
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University of Rochester, 2003
Classes and Seminars
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1. Proper Practice and Procedure of Family Law – 10.29.19: Presented regarding practice and procedure in custody matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties, October 29, 2019
- Pennsylvania Family Law Practice for Paralegals – With a focus on Enforcing and Modifying Family Law Orders and Decrees, January 24, 2020
Pro Bono Activities
- Volunteer, Legal Clinic for the Disabled
- Volunteer, Philadelphia Volunteers for the Indigent Program
- Volunteer, American Red Cross
Bar Admissions
- Pennsylvania
Other Affiliations
- American Bar Association
- Pennsylvania Bar Association
- Philadelphia Bar Association
- Philadelphia Bar Association, Family Law Section
- Philadelphia Bar Association, Family Law Custody Committee
- Nicholas A. Cipriani Family Law Inn of Court
- National Association of Women Business Owners
- Montgomery County Bar Association (Family Law Section)
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Contact
1500 JFK Blvd
Suite 1020
Philadelphia, PA 19102 - 1741
Phone: 610-936-6936
Fax: 215-814-8998
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.tpfamilylaw.com/
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00AM to 6:00PM
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