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Staci P. Harpell is a dedicated family law attorney based in Wilmington, Delaware, specializing in child custody, divorce, and separation. With over a decade of experience, Ms. Harpell has established a reputation for her compassionate approach and unwavering commitment to her clients. She practices throughout Delaware and the neighboring counties of Pennsylvania, ensuring that each client receives personalized attention and tailored legal strategies to protect their rights and families. Ms. Harpell expertly negotiates custody and visitation agreements, focusing on the unique needs of each family. When amicable resolutions are not possible, she is a fierce advocate in court, fighting for her clients' rights to maintain meaningful relationships with their children and safeguard them from potential harm. In addition to custody matters, she provides comprehensive assistance in divorce proceedings, cohabitation cases to terminate alimony, child support issues, protection from abuse orders (PFAs), and third-party visitation rights. Her extensive experience also includes representing clients in appeals to the Delaware Supreme Court. A former Chair of the Family Law Section of the Delaware Bar Association, Ms. Harpell is deeply committed to serving her community. She has provided pro bono legal services through the Office of the Child Advocate and Delaware Volunteer Legal Services, demonstrating her passion for ensuring access to justice. Before launching her private practice in 2014, she served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Alan N. Cooper and the Honorable Joelle P. Hitch at the Delaware Family Court. Ms. Harpell earned her Juris Doctor from Widener University School of Law in 2013, equipping her with a solid foundation to navigate the complexities of family law.

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