team-member

Patrick Boyer

N/A

Licensed for 8 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child support

Language

English

About

Patrick J. Boyer concentrates his practice on family law. He advocates in various areas including, but not limited to, divorce, property division, alimony, child custody and visitation, child support, and domestic violence. In addition, Patrick assists his clients with issues involving guardianship and third-party visitation. He is licensed in Delaware and Pennsylvania and works out of the firm’s Centreville, Delaware office.Patrick is a 2009 graduate of La Salle University and a 2012 graduate of the Penn State Dickinson School of Law. He joined MacElree Harvey in 2014 after serving as a law clerk in the Delaware Family Court for almost a year and a half. In 2019, Patrick was elevated to Partner with the Firm. Patrick was selected as a contract attorney for the Delaware Family Court, where he represented parents in the termination of parental rights proceedings with children removed from their care and taking into state custody. Additionally, Patrick was also selected as a contract attorney charged with representing child support obligors facing the treat of incarceration in civil contempt proceedings. Patrick has also presented at multiple Continuing Legal Education seminars to other attorneys addressing family law related topics. He has previously served as the Chair of the Family Law Section of the Delaware State Bar Association. In 2019, Patrick was recognized by his peers as a top lawyer in family law, which was published in Delaware Today.Patrick grew up in Delaware and is a graduate of Salesianum High School. He enjoys golf, running, and spending time with his wife and son.In addition to being your advocate in Court, I work to ensure that my clients are fully informed about their legal rights and responsibilities.  I will also explain your legal options and advise you on your best course action.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

MacElree Harvey, Ltd.5721 Kennett PikeCentreville, DE, 19807

Office: (302) 504-6342

Website: N/A

Reviews

John
April 9, 2019

Patrick Boyer is a thoughtful, professional, passionate, and honest attorney. I hired Patrick to help correct mistakes that my original attorney made during my divorce/custody case. Patrick quickly reviewed the months’ worth of information/documentation/motions from the previous attorney to understand all the facts in the case. Patrick was meticulous in his review, he over communicated to ensure I understood both the past actions of my previous attorney in addition to providing me all the options I had moving forward in the process. His professionalism was matched only by his empathy for my situation. Patrick genuinely cares about his clients. His knowledge of the law was evident as he was able to reference previous case law that ultimately overturned the judges initial ruling on a key motion. Patrick not only did a great job in settling my case he was able to overcome numerous issues that my initial attorney caused. I recommend Patrick and the MacElree firm for anyone that requires an attorney for Divorce/custody. Outstanding attorney!!!”

David
March 14, 2018

Patrick was great! We hired him after consulting two other attorneys. We had a situation complicated by Delaware law requiring us to post ads in South Korean newspapers regarding custody and offer proof to the court. The law was unclear about how to go about this, but Patrick guided us through the process and the court ruled in our favor. The adoption went through with no hassle on January 25th and our family is thrilled to now be legally under the same family name. We originally attempted to do this ourselves which turned out not to be a very good idea, way more complicated than we thought. Patrick was able to undo our mistakes and get us on the right path. Thanks Patrick for your hard work and getting results. We highly recommend Patrick for anyone needing counsel for adoption!

Mike
August 19, 2021

Patrick was amazing, from beginning to end always communicating, explains what’s going on or how to navigate the processes. Whenever I would need anything he would be prompt replying, his staff as well. He always looked out for our best interest, and in the end through all the work he achieved our desired outcome…and exceeded our expectations for a lawyer! Highly recommend!!

anonymous
June 21, 2021

Patrick was extremely helpful and professional. Was able to work with me to get the desired outcome. Would highly recommend.

Jeff
May 16, 2020

Nobody ever expects to go through divorce. Especially not with a child involved. I didn’t know where to begin or who to trust as someone to help me with possibly the lowest point of my life. I came across Patrick as family of an old friend of mine and decided to get a consultation. He was concise and told me what to expect from the start as opposed to what I wanted to hear. His level of professionalism and drive gave me a level of confidence and as much comfort as possible as he guided me through a very serious set of events over the course of at least 6 months. Never for one second did I feel like he didn’t have the best interest of myself and most importantly my child at heart. Divorce attorneys can have a stigma about them, but I never felt anything but comfort every step of the way. He responded quickly to any correspondence and acted just as quick to resolve matters. Again never something you expect or even expect to recommend, but I would without hesitation recommend Patrick to anyone faced with any family law issues. I’ve heard many horror stories from friends and colleagues, and am very thankful I had someone who is clearly at the top of his profession and truly cares. Can’t thank him enough for all he did throughout the entire process.

Nadene
November 30, 2019

I found Patrick after interviewing three other divorce attorneys. He had spunk and I knew it when I met him. I had an extremely difficult case after a very long separation that hit me as a surprise when it came to the property settlement. I was served divorce papers from my husband asking for pre-divorce emergency alimony. Denied. Thank you Patrick. Patrick was on the ball, professional and made sure no stone was left unturned to make sure I was protected. I walked away better than I ever in a million years thought I would have. Patrick kept his cool and did a great job keeping me calm in such a stressful situation. Alicia and Kathy are both added pleasures to Patrick’s office as I enjoyed every contact I had with them. They were both very supportive as well. They were an awesome team. It will be a bittersweet goodbye.

George
October 3, 2019

I hired Patrick to resolve my divorce case for custody, child support, alimony and ancillary matters. His tenacious approach, attention to detail and strategic planning were paramount in my case which resulted in a highly successful outcome. When the pressure is on, Patrick always conducts himself in a professional manner with a calm, cool approach and remains fact based not to allow hearsay to derail the mission. The results speak for themselves. If you're going through a divorce and need the best, Patrick is the answer!

Erica
August 14, 2019

It was a long 2 year process but with the help of Patrick Boyer of Macelree Harvey, I was victorious. Don't let the young look of Mr Boyer fool you, he knows the law and will fight for what is right. I recommend him 10000 times over. All the staff were professional, polite and upbeat with every visit and call I had. I wish I could give 10 stars.

Christy
July 22, 2019

I highly recommend Patrick Boyer and his abilities in regards to child custody matters. He never showed any indication he was intimidated or unsure of next steps and took on every challenge presented by the opposing party with poise and confidence. He understands the bigger picture when it comes to these matters and understands the importance on all levels, showing compassion and understanding. He is very well versed on the family court system and how to best approach a situation. He is willing to be aggressive when necessary but remains poised and focused.

Mitra
June 19, 2019

The legal battle is never easy a path specially when fighting with the person who used to be part of the family. It ends up with emotional, financial and social sufferings. To cross this path just need to have faith on almighty and need an excellent attorney. I must accept that Patrick J Boyer is the Best lawyer to handle my multiple cases gracefully in Delaware Family Court. His logical and planned presentation awarded me desirable outcome in PFA, Child support, Custody, Divorce and property division cases. He listened to my problem patiently and always mentally prepared me with possible outcomes. Patrick hits on points instead of show unnecessary aggression at court room. I found him honest,smart-working, knowledgeable, skilled and professional. I highly appreciate his effort to resolve my legal matters. I strongly recommend Patrick J. Boyer for any legal matter related to Family law.

John
April 9, 2019

Patrick Boyer is a thoughtful, professional, passionate, and honest attorney. I hired Patrick to help correct mistakes that my original attorney made during my divorce/custody case. Patrick quickly reviewed the months’ worth of information/documentation/motions from the previous attorney to understand all the facts in the case. Patrick was meticulous in his review, he over communicated to ensure I understood both the past actions of my previous attorney in addition to providing me all the options I had moving forward in the process. His professionalism was matched only by his empathy for my situation. Patrick genuinely cares about his clients. His knowledge of the law was evident as he was able to reference previous case law that ultimately overturned the judges initial ruling on a key motion. Patrick not only did a great job in settling my case he was able to overcome numerous issues that my initial attorney caused. I recommend Patrick and the MacElree firm for anyone that requires an attorney for Divorce/custody. Outstanding attorney!!!”

David
March 14, 2018

Patrick was great! We hired him after consulting two other attorneys. We had a situation complicated by Delaware law requiring us to post ads in South Korean newspapers regarding custody and offer proof to the court. The law was unclear about how to go about this, but Patrick guided us through the process and the court ruled in our favor. The adoption went through with no hassle on January 25th and our family is thrilled to now be legally under the same family name. We originally attempted to do this ourselves which turned out not to be a very good idea, way more complicated than we thought. Patrick was able to undo our mistakes and get us on the right path. Thanks Patrick for your hard work and getting results. We highly recommend Patrick for anyone needing counsel for adoption!

Mike
August 19, 2021

Patrick was amazing, from beginning to end always communicating, explains what’s going on or how to navigate the processes. Whenever I would need anything he would be prompt replying, his staff as well. He always looked out for our best interest, and in the end through all the work he achieved our desired outcome…and exceeded our expectations for a lawyer! Highly recommend!!

anonymous
June 21, 2021

Patrick was extremely helpful and professional. Was able to work with me to get the desired outcome. Would highly recommend.

Jeff
May 16, 2020

Nobody ever expects to go through divorce. Especially not with a child involved. I didn’t know where to begin or who to trust as someone to help me with possibly the lowest point of my life. I came across Patrick as family of an old friend of mine and decided to get a consultation. He was concise and told me what to expect from the start as opposed to what I wanted to hear. His level of professionalism and drive gave me a level of confidence and as much comfort as possible as he guided me through a very serious set of events over the course of at least 6 months. Never for one second did I feel like he didn’t have the best interest of myself and most importantly my child at heart. Divorce attorneys can have a stigma about them, but I never felt anything but comfort every step of the way. He responded quickly to any correspondence and acted just as quick to resolve matters. Again never something you expect or even expect to recommend, but I would without hesitation recommend Patrick to anyone faced with any family law issues. I’ve heard many horror stories from friends and colleagues, and am very thankful I had someone who is clearly at the top of his profession and truly cares. Can’t thank him enough for all he did throughout the entire process.

Nadene
November 30, 2019

I found Patrick after interviewing three other divorce attorneys. He had spunk and I knew it when I met him. I had an extremely difficult case after a very long separation that hit me as a surprise when it came to the property settlement. I was served divorce papers from my husband asking for pre-divorce emergency alimony. Denied. Thank you Patrick. Patrick was on the ball, professional and made sure no stone was left unturned to make sure I was protected. I walked away better than I ever in a million years thought I would have. Patrick kept his cool and did a great job keeping me calm in such a stressful situation. Alicia and Kathy are both added pleasures to Patrick’s office as I enjoyed every contact I had with them. They were both very supportive as well. They were an awesome team. It will be a bittersweet goodbye.

George
October 3, 2019

I hired Patrick to resolve my divorce case for custody, child support, alimony and ancillary matters. His tenacious approach, attention to detail and strategic planning were paramount in my case which resulted in a highly successful outcome. When the pressure is on, Patrick always conducts himself in a professional manner with a calm, cool approach and remains fact based not to allow hearsay to derail the mission. The results speak for themselves. If you're going through a divorce and need the best, Patrick is the answer!

Erica
August 14, 2019

It was a long 2 year process but with the help of Patrick Boyer of Macelree Harvey, I was victorious. Don't let the young look of Mr Boyer fool you, he knows the law and will fight for what is right. I recommend him 10000 times over. All the staff were professional, polite and upbeat with every visit and call I had. I wish I could give 10 stars.

Christy
July 22, 2019

I highly recommend Patrick Boyer and his abilities in regards to child custody matters. He never showed any indication he was intimidated or unsure of next steps and took on every challenge presented by the opposing party with poise and confidence. He understands the bigger picture when it comes to these matters and understands the importance on all levels, showing compassion and understanding. He is very well versed on the family court system and how to best approach a situation. He is willing to be aggressive when necessary but remains poised and focused.

Mitra
June 19, 2019

The legal battle is never easy a path specially when fighting with the person who used to be part of the family. It ends up with emotional, financial and social sufferings. To cross this path just need to have faith on almighty and need an excellent attorney. I must accept that Patrick J Boyer is the Best lawyer to handle my multiple cases gracefully in Delaware Family Court. His logical and planned presentation awarded me desirable outcome in PFA, Child support, Custody, Divorce and property division cases. He listened to my problem patiently and always mentally prepared me with possible outcomes. Patrick hits on points instead of show unnecessary aggression at court room. I found him honest,smart-working, knowledgeable, skilled and professional. I highly appreciate his effort to resolve my legal matters. I strongly recommend Patrick J. Boyer for any legal matter related to Family law.

John
April 9, 2019

Patrick Boyer is a thoughtful, professional, passionate, and honest attorney. I hired Patrick to help correct mistakes that my original attorney made during my divorce/custody case. Patrick quickly reviewed the months’ worth of information/documentation/motions from the previous attorney to understand all the facts in the case. Patrick was meticulous in his review, he over communicated to ensure I understood both the past actions of my previous attorney in addition to providing me all the options I had moving forward in the process. His professionalism was matched only by his empathy for my situation. Patrick genuinely cares about his clients. His knowledge of the law was evident as he was able to reference previous case law that ultimately overturned the judges initial ruling on a key motion. Patrick not only did a great job in settling my case he was able to overcome numerous issues that my initial attorney caused. I recommend Patrick and the MacElree firm for anyone that requires an attorney for Divorce/custody. Outstanding attorney!!!”

David
March 14, 2018

Patrick was great! We hired him after consulting two other attorneys. We had a situation complicated by Delaware law requiring us to post ads in South Korean newspapers regarding custody and offer proof to the court. The law was unclear about how to go about this, but Patrick guided us through the process and the court ruled in our favor. The adoption went through with no hassle on January 25th and our family is thrilled to now be legally under the same family name. We originally attempted to do this ourselves which turned out not to be a very good idea, way more complicated than we thought. Patrick was able to undo our mistakes and get us on the right path. Thanks Patrick for your hard work and getting results. We highly recommend Patrick for anyone needing counsel for adoption!

Mike
August 19, 2021

Patrick was amazing, from beginning to end always communicating, explains what’s going on or how to navigate the processes. Whenever I would need anything he would be prompt replying, his staff as well. He always looked out for our best interest, and in the end through all the work he achieved our desired outcome…and exceeded our expectations for a lawyer! Highly recommend!!

anonymous
June 21, 2021

Patrick was extremely helpful and professional. Was able to work with me to get the desired outcome. Would highly recommend.

Jeff
May 16, 2020

Nobody ever expects to go through divorce. Especially not with a child involved. I didn’t know where to begin or who to trust as someone to help me with possibly the lowest point of my life. I came across Patrick as family of an old friend of mine and decided to get a consultation. He was concise and told me what to expect from the start as opposed to what I wanted to hear. His level of professionalism and drive gave me a level of confidence and as much comfort as possible as he guided me through a very serious set of events over the course of at least 6 months. Never for one second did I feel like he didn’t have the best interest of myself and most importantly my child at heart. Divorce attorneys can have a stigma about them, but I never felt anything but comfort every step of the way. He responded quickly to any correspondence and acted just as quick to resolve matters. Again never something you expect or even expect to recommend, but I would without hesitation recommend Patrick to anyone faced with any family law issues. I’ve heard many horror stories from friends and colleagues, and am very thankful I had someone who is clearly at the top of his profession and truly cares. Can’t thank him enough for all he did throughout the entire process.

Nadene
November 30, 2019

I found Patrick after interviewing three other divorce attorneys. He had spunk and I knew it when I met him. I had an extremely difficult case after a very long separation that hit me as a surprise when it came to the property settlement. I was served divorce papers from my husband asking for pre-divorce emergency alimony. Denied. Thank you Patrick. Patrick was on the ball, professional and made sure no stone was left unturned to make sure I was protected. I walked away better than I ever in a million years thought I would have. Patrick kept his cool and did a great job keeping me calm in such a stressful situation. Alicia and Kathy are both added pleasures to Patrick’s office as I enjoyed every contact I had with them. They were both very supportive as well. They were an awesome team. It will be a bittersweet goodbye.

George
October 3, 2019

I hired Patrick to resolve my divorce case for custody, child support, alimony and ancillary matters. His tenacious approach, attention to detail and strategic planning were paramount in my case which resulted in a highly successful outcome. When the pressure is on, Patrick always conducts himself in a professional manner with a calm, cool approach and remains fact based not to allow hearsay to derail the mission. The results speak for themselves. If you're going through a divorce and need the best, Patrick is the answer!

Erica
August 14, 2019

It was a long 2 year process but with the help of Patrick Boyer of Macelree Harvey, I was victorious. Don't let the young look of Mr Boyer fool you, he knows the law and will fight for what is right. I recommend him 10000 times over. All the staff were professional, polite and upbeat with every visit and call I had. I wish I could give 10 stars.

Christy
July 22, 2019

I highly recommend Patrick Boyer and his abilities in regards to child custody matters. He never showed any indication he was intimidated or unsure of next steps and took on every challenge presented by the opposing party with poise and confidence. He understands the bigger picture when it comes to these matters and understands the importance on all levels, showing compassion and understanding. He is very well versed on the family court system and how to best approach a situation. He is willing to be aggressive when necessary but remains poised and focused.

Mitra
June 19, 2019

The legal battle is never easy a path specially when fighting with the person who used to be part of the family. It ends up with emotional, financial and social sufferings. To cross this path just need to have faith on almighty and need an excellent attorney. I must accept that Patrick J Boyer is the Best lawyer to handle my multiple cases gracefully in Delaware Family Court. His logical and planned presentation awarded me desirable outcome in PFA, Child support, Custody, Divorce and property division cases. He listened to my problem patiently and always mentally prepared me with possible outcomes. Patrick hits on points instead of show unnecessary aggression at court room. I found him honest,smart-working, knowledgeable, skilled and professional. I highly appreciate his effort to resolve my legal matters. I strongly recommend Patrick J. Boyer for any legal matter related to Family law.

John
April 9, 2019

Patrick Boyer is a thoughtful, professional, passionate, and honest attorney. I hired Patrick to help correct mistakes that my original attorney made during my divorce/custody case. Patrick quickly reviewed the months’ worth of information/documentation/motions from the previous attorney to understand all the facts in the case. Patrick was meticulous in his review, he over communicated to ensure I understood both the past actions of my previous attorney in addition to providing me all the options I had moving forward in the process. His professionalism was matched only by his empathy for my situation. Patrick genuinely cares about his clients. His knowledge of the law was evident as he was able to reference previous case law that ultimately overturned the judges initial ruling on a key motion. Patrick not only did a great job in settling my case he was able to overcome numerous issues that my initial attorney caused. I recommend Patrick and the MacElree firm for anyone that requires an attorney for Divorce/custody. Outstanding attorney!!!”

David
March 14, 2018

Patrick was great! We hired him after consulting two other attorneys. We had a situation complicated by Delaware law requiring us to post ads in South Korean newspapers regarding custody and offer proof to the court. The law was unclear about how to go about this, but Patrick guided us through the process and the court ruled in our favor. The adoption went through with no hassle on January 25th and our family is thrilled to now be legally under the same family name. We originally attempted to do this ourselves which turned out not to be a very good idea, way more complicated than we thought. Patrick was able to undo our mistakes and get us on the right path. Thanks Patrick for your hard work and getting results. We highly recommend Patrick for anyone needing counsel for adoption!

Mike
August 19, 2021

Patrick was amazing, from beginning to end always communicating, explains what’s going on or how to navigate the processes. Whenever I would need anything he would be prompt replying, his staff as well. He always looked out for our best interest, and in the end through all the work he achieved our desired outcome…and exceeded our expectations for a lawyer! Highly recommend!!

anonymous
June 21, 2021

Patrick was extremely helpful and professional. Was able to work with me to get the desired outcome. Would highly recommend.

Jeff
May 16, 2020

Nobody ever expects to go through divorce. Especially not with a child involved. I didn’t know where to begin or who to trust as someone to help me with possibly the lowest point of my life. I came across Patrick as family of an old friend of mine and decided to get a consultation. He was concise and told me what to expect from the start as opposed to what I wanted to hear. His level of professionalism and drive gave me a level of confidence and as much comfort as possible as he guided me through a very serious set of events over the course of at least 6 months. Never for one second did I feel like he didn’t have the best interest of myself and most importantly my child at heart. Divorce attorneys can have a stigma about them, but I never felt anything but comfort every step of the way. He responded quickly to any correspondence and acted just as quick to resolve matters. Again never something you expect or even expect to recommend, but I would without hesitation recommend Patrick to anyone faced with any family law issues. I’ve heard many horror stories from friends and colleagues, and am very thankful I had someone who is clearly at the top of his profession and truly cares. Can’t thank him enough for all he did throughout the entire process.

Nadene
November 30, 2019

I found Patrick after interviewing three other divorce attorneys. He had spunk and I knew it when I met him. I had an extremely difficult case after a very long separation that hit me as a surprise when it came to the property settlement. I was served divorce papers from my husband asking for pre-divorce emergency alimony. Denied. Thank you Patrick. Patrick was on the ball, professional and made sure no stone was left unturned to make sure I was protected. I walked away better than I ever in a million years thought I would have. Patrick kept his cool and did a great job keeping me calm in such a stressful situation. Alicia and Kathy are both added pleasures to Patrick’s office as I enjoyed every contact I had with them. They were both very supportive as well. They were an awesome team. It will be a bittersweet goodbye.

George
October 3, 2019

I hired Patrick to resolve my divorce case for custody, child support, alimony and ancillary matters. His tenacious approach, attention to detail and strategic planning were paramount in my case which resulted in a highly successful outcome. When the pressure is on, Patrick always conducts himself in a professional manner with a calm, cool approach and remains fact based not to allow hearsay to derail the mission. The results speak for themselves. If you're going through a divorce and need the best, Patrick is the answer!

Erica
August 14, 2019

It was a long 2 year process but with the help of Patrick Boyer of Macelree Harvey, I was victorious. Don't let the young look of Mr Boyer fool you, he knows the law and will fight for what is right. I recommend him 10000 times over. All the staff were professional, polite and upbeat with every visit and call I had. I wish I could give 10 stars.

Christy
July 22, 2019

I highly recommend Patrick Boyer and his abilities in regards to child custody matters. He never showed any indication he was intimidated or unsure of next steps and took on every challenge presented by the opposing party with poise and confidence. He understands the bigger picture when it comes to these matters and understands the importance on all levels, showing compassion and understanding. He is very well versed on the family court system and how to best approach a situation. He is willing to be aggressive when necessary but remains poised and focused.

Mitra
June 19, 2019

The legal battle is never easy a path specially when fighting with the person who used to be part of the family. It ends up with emotional, financial and social sufferings. To cross this path just need to have faith on almighty and need an excellent attorney. I must accept that Patrick J Boyer is the Best lawyer to handle my multiple cases gracefully in Delaware Family Court. His logical and planned presentation awarded me desirable outcome in PFA, Child support, Custody, Divorce and property division cases. He listened to my problem patiently and always mentally prepared me with possible outcomes. Patrick hits on points instead of show unnecessary aggression at court room. I found him honest,smart-working, knowledgeable, skilled and professional. I highly appreciate his effort to resolve my legal matters. I strongly recommend Patrick J. Boyer for any legal matter related to Family law.