2665 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133, USA
Raymond J. Rafool, II, a partner at Rafool, LLC, is admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, all courts in the State of Florida; the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida; and the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida. Mr. Rafool, a Board Certified Attorney in Marital and Family Law, concentrates his practice on domestic and international family law and business and commercial litigation. Mr. Rafool is Board Certified in marital and family law by the Florida Bar, and Nationally Board Certified as an Expert in Family Trial Law by The National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA). Mr. Rafool was named in the Miami Herald’s 2015, 2016 and 2017 list of South Florida’s Legal Leaders, Top Rated Lawyers. He is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell and was selected to the 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 Florida Super Lawyers list which recognizes no more than five percent of attorneys in each state. In addition, Mr. Rafool is rated a Florida Top Lawyer in Family Law by ALM and has a perfect 10 Avvo rating. For 2015, 2016 and 2017 Mr. Rafool is a Top 100 Lawyers, and on the Executive Committee for The National Advocates. He has represented many celebrities and individuals in complex family, same sex, and business litigation and lectures and has authored numerous publications on aforementioned practice areas. Mr. Rafool is a past Vice Chair and member of the Florida Family Law Rules Committee, the past Chair and member of the Florida Criminal Rules Committee, a past Vice Chair and member of the Florida Judicial Administration, Selection and Tenure Committee and a past Representative on the Florida Rules of Judicial Administration Committee.
1756 Ebenezer Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732, USA
501 Prairie Chief Ave, Clinton, OK 73601, USA
Donelle H. Ratheal is the senior attorney of Ratheal Family Law. From 1993 to 2011, she was the senior attorney at Ratheal & Associates. From 2011 to 2019, Donelle was the managing partner of Ratheal, Maggard & Fortune, PLLC. Donelle has accrued almost 30 years of trial and appellate experience. The majority of her practice centers around complex family law and probate issues, both trials and appeals. Client representation has included contested custody, relocation of children, valuation of family-owned businesses, prenuptial agreements, grandparent rights and custody, domestic and international enforcement of domestic relations orders, stepparent adoptions, guardianships, wills, and trusts. She has represented clients in numerous appellate matters, many resulting in published appellate judicial opinions that clarified or modified existing law.
1845 Walnut St suite 1920, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA
Alicia is partner at Petrelli Previtera, LLC. With over 10 years of experience in family law, Alicia understands the challenges and emotions that come up during legal cases. Her goal is to give clients peace of mind and help them make informed decisions as they move forward. Alicia’s commitment, experience, personal approach, and care for her clients make her a trusted and sought-after family law attorney. She uses her experience to empower clients, supporting them at every step. Alicia’s knowledge allows her to provide clients with a clear understanding of what to expect in their cases. Her familiarity with different courts and complex divorce, custody, and support matters builds trust in her clients, who know they have guidance from a seasoned professional. Clients find comfort in knowing they are making informed decisions with Alicia. Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, Alicia serves clients in Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester, Bucks, Delaware, and surrounding Counties. She earned her law degree from the Kline School of Law at Drexel University and has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. This educational background grants Alicia a distinct perspective as a legal advocate, enabling her to help her clients to set realistic expectations and respond effectively to clients’ highly emotional circumstances. Alicia emphasizes preparation, active listening, and dedicating time to each case. She knows that quality representation requires understanding her clients’ unique situations. With her strategic mindset and empathic listening skills, she provides tailored advice and keeps clients informed. “Life doesn’t always go as planned. When changes happen, we help you plan for the future.” This guiding principle drives Alicia’s passion for assisting families and individuals. She handles various family law matters, including high asset divorce, custody, complex support, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and protection from abuse. Alicia was born and raised in Montgomery County and now lives in Bucks County with her family. When she’s not practicing law, she enjoys cooking with her husband, cheering on her children in their activities, reading, and visiting the beach whenever possible. Her strong connection to the local community drives her to provide efficient, high-quality, and compassionate legal services to clients in Philadelphia, Montgomery, and the additional Counties where she practices.
326 West Lancaster, Ardmore, PA 19003
Ms. Rentz is recognized as one of Philadelphia's most skilled negotiators and litigators. Her ability to handle complex legal and financial matters with astute consideration for her clients' needs has earned her a strong reputation amongst her peers and clients alike. She always fights hard to preserve her clients' interests in and out of the courtroom. Her straightforward approach and thorough preparation helps instill the peace of mind her clients need to make difficult life decisions. Ms. Rentz received her J.D. from Temple Law School and is a member of the Pennsylvania and New Jersey state bar associations, as well as the Montgomery County and Philadelphia County Bar associations. She also attends the Montgomery Bar Association's Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses as a speaker or a commentator on a yearly basis as an active advisor and resource for her peers. Before practicing family law, Ms. Rentz was an engineer for AT&T Bell Laboratories for 16 years. In order to become an attorney, she attended law school in the evenings until she earned her J.D. in 1991. Her confidence, skill and dexterous ability to handle even the most contentious cases are what set her apart from other attorneys in her field.