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Lisa Hopkins

Harrisburg, PA

Licensed for 11 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

I am committed to providing the highest level of dedication to the clients I serve.I practice in family law, child custody, national child abduction and international child abduction cases, child support, Protection From Abuse cases, child dependency and parental termination cases, adoptions, unemployment comp., and contract negotiations disputes. I am sensitive to domestic violence in my cases and the unique issues that presents in child custody and other cases. I take pride in my clients trusting that I know their case very well each step along the way.  Also a freelance attorney for other attorneys and often serve as a consultant to other attorneys on child abduction cases to return children to the left-behind parent.  I have over twenty years of varied experience across a wide variety of industries, including nursing home health care, severe brain trauma, and rehabilitation before entering the practice of law. Representing residents and their families, I have counseled clients in nursing home abuse or neglect cases from my extensive knowledge of healthcare industry practices. I am very familiar with and have experience in restorative therapies for geriatrics and persons suffering from various cognitive deficiencies or head trauma, and assisted living and nursing home care practices from a professional career in the industry. This includes 13 years healthcare experience, including: nursing home administration, rehabilitative and geriatric healthcare, contract negotiations, recreational therapy, and social services. This former experience included overseeing therapy Medicaid/Medicare compliance issues. I serve on the Legal Studies and the Paralegal College ABA Advisory Board of Central Pennsylvania College, an ABA-approved college. As an active volunteer attorney in the “Wills for Heroes” program, I give time to create wills and power of attorney documents for first responders and their spouses free of charge. I also volunteer through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs offering free tax return preparation assistance through these IRS-sponsored programs. 

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Language

English

Contact

P.O. Box 613121425 Crooked Hill RoadHarrisburg, PA, 17106P.O. Box 613121425 Crooked Hill Road1425 Crooked Hill RoadHarrisburg, PA, 17106

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Christina
May 21, 2020

Attorney Hopkins was a literal Godsend to me. I needed to locate my grandchild and to secure his safety in the midst of the COVID 19 pandemic and she was awesome is assisting me with this! The government was on shut down and it was very difficult to get through to anyone, to get paperwork through the system as well as any appointments with judges or conciliators. Attorney Hopkins was not held back by that at all. She worked tenaciously and made things happens as if there were no roadblocks. I received custody of my grandson and he is back home and safe! I am a witness that Attorney Hopkins takes her position seriously and will work passionately on your behalf. I am very pleased at the outcome and will refer Attorney Hopkins to anyone I come across that may be in need of services!

anonymous
September 15, 2019

Lisa has been tremendously helpful in the custody battle for my daughter. She is extremely professional, punctual, honest, personable and she will fight like hell for you and the best interest of your child. She never backs down and is never intimidated by anything. I only wish I would’ve hired her sooner. She has gotten me everything I could’ve wanted for custody of my daughter and more which is no easy matter when you are a father in Northampton County fighting for primary custody. She is always easy to reach and gets back to me almost immediately. I know if I ever have an emergency with custody I’ll be able to reach her day or night. I can’t thank her enough for everything she has done for me and my family. She is an absolute Godsend.

anonymous
November 1, 2018

Lisa has been right by side through a constant onslaught from my ex. She knows the law inside out. More importantly she is always there for her clients. You won’t be in better hands.

anonymous
September 2, 2017

She is by far the best lawyer I have ever encountered she will fight and won't let the other party get over on her client even when they try!!! that even includes domestic relations she is compassionate , knowledgeable ,UNDERSTANDING !!! I'd recommend her to anyone who is in a difficult situation that needs to be dealt with in a private and discrete manner I will for ever be in her debt!

Jeff
September 8, 2016

I had little hope of winning more custody time until I met Attorney Lisa Hopkins. She is a remarkable attorney. She took on my case within weeks of a consiliation hearing. At the consiliation hearing, I was awarded more time with my child then I had previously had or expected. It was a long year, but Attorney Hopkins knew my case better than me!She fought for my right as a father each and every step and I was eventually awarded 50/50 custody. There is no way I could of done this without her. I don't believe any other attorney would have fought as hard and as long as she did. She is truly dedicated to her profession and by far a superb lawyer. Attorney Hopkins is definitely an attorney I would go back to for legal matters and I would highly recommend her to anyone.

anonymous
January 6, 2015

Attorney Hopkins has provided me with over 2 years of personalized and effective legal service in matters of international child abduction, child custody and child support. Her tireless work to ensure my child’s safety surpasses any other legal professional, or any other professional, that I have encountered to date. She is well-versed in the legal arena, and delivers results in cases involving both domestic and international child abduction, child custody, contempt petitions, and child support. She is a passionate advocate for children’s rights, and uses a vast and unique skill set to ensure positive outcomes for the children in her cases. I can say, with confidence, that Attorney Hopkins is the single most instrumental person in paving a path of safety for my child. Her masterful work, both inside and outside of the courtroom, has produced the results needed to give my child a chance at a stable life. Her gift of discernment has served me by reducing unnecessary legal fees and filings. Attorney Hopkins explains legal matters in a way that is understandable to the common person. She treats her clients with a great deal of respect, and always finds the time to ensure her clients are up to speed on their cases. Attorney Hopkins has also handled a civil matter for me, which resulted in the dismissal of a case against me that could have resulted in a payout of over $100,000. Winning this case, protected the financial futures of both myself and my child.

anonymous
December 13, 2011

She helped me with my kids in a custody battle where my ex is just nasty. She helped me get better custody with more time with my kids and all without going to court! My other former attorney never got me as much. Highly recommended to my friends who have also used her for their cases.

anonymous
March 14, 2021

After paying this attorney, she did not respond to my emails and phone calls. In the end, she was not forthright and refused to refund my money, as requested. I only requested it since she did not do any work on my case. Nonetheless, I cannot provide a positive review at all.

anonymous
October 8, 2018

I thought I would get custody of my child by employing her. We had an excellent case of so I thought. Never return a call or answer my email. Give her the fee and off she runs...

Christina
May 21, 2020

Attorney Hopkins was a literal Godsend to me. I needed to locate my grandchild and to secure his safety in the midst of the COVID 19 pandemic and she was awesome is assisting me with this! The government was on shut down and it was very difficult to get through to anyone, to get paperwork through the system as well as any appointments with judges or conciliators. Attorney Hopkins was not held back by that at all. She worked tenaciously and made things happens as if there were no roadblocks. I received custody of my grandson and he is back home and safe! I am a witness that Attorney Hopkins takes her position seriously and will work passionately on your behalf. I am very pleased at the outcome and will refer Attorney Hopkins to anyone I come across that may be in need of services!

anonymous
September 15, 2019

Lisa has been tremendously helpful in the custody battle for my daughter. She is extremely professional, punctual, honest, personable and she will fight like hell for you and the best interest of your child. She never backs down and is never intimidated by anything. I only wish I would’ve hired her sooner. She has gotten me everything I could’ve wanted for custody of my daughter and more which is no easy matter when you are a father in Northampton County fighting for primary custody. She is always easy to reach and gets back to me almost immediately. I know if I ever have an emergency with custody I’ll be able to reach her day or night. I can’t thank her enough for everything she has done for me and my family. She is an absolute Godsend.

anonymous
November 1, 2018

Lisa has been right by side through a constant onslaught from my ex. She knows the law inside out. More importantly she is always there for her clients. You won’t be in better hands.

anonymous
September 2, 2017

She is by far the best lawyer I have ever encountered she will fight and won't let the other party get over on her client even when they try!!! that even includes domestic relations she is compassionate , knowledgeable ,UNDERSTANDING !!! I'd recommend her to anyone who is in a difficult situation that needs to be dealt with in a private and discrete manner I will for ever be in her debt!

Jeff
September 8, 2016

I had little hope of winning more custody time until I met Attorney Lisa Hopkins. She is a remarkable attorney. She took on my case within weeks of a consiliation hearing. At the consiliation hearing, I was awarded more time with my child then I had previously had or expected. It was a long year, but Attorney Hopkins knew my case better than me!She fought for my right as a father each and every step and I was eventually awarded 50/50 custody. There is no way I could of done this without her. I don't believe any other attorney would have fought as hard and as long as she did. She is truly dedicated to her profession and by far a superb lawyer. Attorney Hopkins is definitely an attorney I would go back to for legal matters and I would highly recommend her to anyone.

anonymous
January 6, 2015

Attorney Hopkins has provided me with over 2 years of personalized and effective legal service in matters of international child abduction, child custody and child support. Her tireless work to ensure my child’s safety surpasses any other legal professional, or any other professional, that I have encountered to date. She is well-versed in the legal arena, and delivers results in cases involving both domestic and international child abduction, child custody, contempt petitions, and child support. She is a passionate advocate for children’s rights, and uses a vast and unique skill set to ensure positive outcomes for the children in her cases. I can say, with confidence, that Attorney Hopkins is the single most instrumental person in paving a path of safety for my child. Her masterful work, both inside and outside of the courtroom, has produced the results needed to give my child a chance at a stable life. Her gift of discernment has served me by reducing unnecessary legal fees and filings. Attorney Hopkins explains legal matters in a way that is understandable to the common person. She treats her clients with a great deal of respect, and always finds the time to ensure her clients are up to speed on their cases. Attorney Hopkins has also handled a civil matter for me, which resulted in the dismissal of a case against me that could have resulted in a payout of over $100,000. Winning this case, protected the financial futures of both myself and my child.

anonymous
December 13, 2011

She helped me with my kids in a custody battle where my ex is just nasty. She helped me get better custody with more time with my kids and all without going to court! My other former attorney never got me as much. Highly recommended to my friends who have also used her for their cases.

anonymous
March 14, 2021

After paying this attorney, she did not respond to my emails and phone calls. In the end, she was not forthright and refused to refund my money, as requested. I only requested it since she did not do any work on my case. Nonetheless, I cannot provide a positive review at all.

anonymous
October 8, 2018

I thought I would get custody of my child by employing her. We had an excellent case of so I thought. Never return a call or answer my email. Give her the fee and off she runs...

Christina
May 21, 2020

Attorney Hopkins was a literal Godsend to me. I needed to locate my grandchild and to secure his safety in the midst of the COVID 19 pandemic and she was awesome is assisting me with this! The government was on shut down and it was very difficult to get through to anyone, to get paperwork through the system as well as any appointments with judges or conciliators. Attorney Hopkins was not held back by that at all. She worked tenaciously and made things happens as if there were no roadblocks. I received custody of my grandson and he is back home and safe! I am a witness that Attorney Hopkins takes her position seriously and will work passionately on your behalf. I am very pleased at the outcome and will refer Attorney Hopkins to anyone I come across that may be in need of services!

anonymous
September 15, 2019

Lisa has been tremendously helpful in the custody battle for my daughter. She is extremely professional, punctual, honest, personable and she will fight like hell for you and the best interest of your child. She never backs down and is never intimidated by anything. I only wish I would’ve hired her sooner. She has gotten me everything I could’ve wanted for custody of my daughter and more which is no easy matter when you are a father in Northampton County fighting for primary custody. She is always easy to reach and gets back to me almost immediately. I know if I ever have an emergency with custody I’ll be able to reach her day or night. I can’t thank her enough for everything she has done for me and my family. She is an absolute Godsend.

anonymous
November 1, 2018

Lisa has been right by side through a constant onslaught from my ex. She knows the law inside out. More importantly she is always there for her clients. You won’t be in better hands.

anonymous
September 2, 2017

She is by far the best lawyer I have ever encountered she will fight and won't let the other party get over on her client even when they try!!! that even includes domestic relations she is compassionate , knowledgeable ,UNDERSTANDING !!! I'd recommend her to anyone who is in a difficult situation that needs to be dealt with in a private and discrete manner I will for ever be in her debt!

Jeff
September 8, 2016

I had little hope of winning more custody time until I met Attorney Lisa Hopkins. She is a remarkable attorney. She took on my case within weeks of a consiliation hearing. At the consiliation hearing, I was awarded more time with my child then I had previously had or expected. It was a long year, but Attorney Hopkins knew my case better than me!She fought for my right as a father each and every step and I was eventually awarded 50/50 custody. There is no way I could of done this without her. I don't believe any other attorney would have fought as hard and as long as she did. She is truly dedicated to her profession and by far a superb lawyer. Attorney Hopkins is definitely an attorney I would go back to for legal matters and I would highly recommend her to anyone.

anonymous
January 6, 2015

Attorney Hopkins has provided me with over 2 years of personalized and effective legal service in matters of international child abduction, child custody and child support. Her tireless work to ensure my child’s safety surpasses any other legal professional, or any other professional, that I have encountered to date. She is well-versed in the legal arena, and delivers results in cases involving both domestic and international child abduction, child custody, contempt petitions, and child support. She is a passionate advocate for children’s rights, and uses a vast and unique skill set to ensure positive outcomes for the children in her cases. I can say, with confidence, that Attorney Hopkins is the single most instrumental person in paving a path of safety for my child. Her masterful work, both inside and outside of the courtroom, has produced the results needed to give my child a chance at a stable life. Her gift of discernment has served me by reducing unnecessary legal fees and filings. Attorney Hopkins explains legal matters in a way that is understandable to the common person. She treats her clients with a great deal of respect, and always finds the time to ensure her clients are up to speed on their cases. Attorney Hopkins has also handled a civil matter for me, which resulted in the dismissal of a case against me that could have resulted in a payout of over $100,000. Winning this case, protected the financial futures of both myself and my child.

anonymous
December 13, 2011

She helped me with my kids in a custody battle where my ex is just nasty. She helped me get better custody with more time with my kids and all without going to court! My other former attorney never got me as much. Highly recommended to my friends who have also used her for their cases.

anonymous
March 14, 2021

After paying this attorney, she did not respond to my emails and phone calls. In the end, she was not forthright and refused to refund my money, as requested. I only requested it since she did not do any work on my case. Nonetheless, I cannot provide a positive review at all.

anonymous
October 8, 2018

I thought I would get custody of my child by employing her. We had an excellent case of so I thought. Never return a call or answer my email. Give her the fee and off she runs...