Janice Ramin Yaw, Child Custody Attorney in Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Child Custody, Divorce, and General · 4.6/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
MemberatLepley, Engelman and Yaw, LLC
Williamsport, PA
Practicing child custody in Williamsport since 1988.
- 38+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Janice Ramin Yaw is a member based in Williamsport, PA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Divorce, and General. Janice has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lepley, Engelman and Yaw, LLC. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Williamsport, PA
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- Child Custody · Divorce · General
- Handles Child Custody, Divorce, and General matters from Williamsport, PA.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Janice Ramin Yaw: Janice Ramin Yaw is a member based in Williamsport, PA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Divorce, and General. Janice has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lepley, Engelman and Yaw, LLC. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Janice Ramin Yaw
Janice concentrates on child custody, divorce, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Janice handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Child Custody
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Child Custody cases in Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Janice takes child custody matters in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Janice agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Janice takes divorce matters in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Janice agrees to represent you.
General cases in Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Janice takes general matters in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Janice agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Janice Ramin Yaw — Over 38 years of Pennsylvania child custody experience
Janice Ramin Yaw is a member based in Williamsport, PA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Divorce, and General. Janice has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lepley, Engelman and Yaw, LLC. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Janice Ramin Yaw is a lawyer practicing divorce, support, child custody. Janice received a B.A. degree from Lycoming College in 1970, and has been licensed for 38 years. Janice practices at Lepley, Engelman and Yaw, LLC in Williamsport, PA.
Working with Janice on a child custody matter
Janice Ramin Yaw is a lawyer practicing divorce, support, child custody. Janice received a B.A. degree from Lycoming College in 1970, and has been licensed for 38 years. Janice practices at Lepley, Engelman and Yaw, LLC in Williamsport, PA.
Who Janice represents
Janice reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child custody, divorce, and general matters in Williamsport and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Janice Ramin Yaw's legal education and bar admissions
Villanova University
J.D. · 1988
Lycoming College
B.A. · 1970
Jurisdictions
Janice's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1988 · ACTIVE
Janice studied at J.D. in Villanova University and B.A. in Lycoming College.
Law school and academic background
Janice completed J.D. in Villanova University and B.A. in Lycoming College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Janice runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Janice's professional memberships and bar associations
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Member, Family Law Section · membership
Locations
Janice Ramin Yaw's office in Williamsport
Janice's primary office is at 140 East Third Street, Williamsport, PA, 17701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lepley, Engelman and Yaw, LLC
140 East Third Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
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Client reviews of Janice Ramin Yaw — 4.6/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Janice. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing child custody attorneys in Williamsport.
4.6
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How to hire Janice Ramin Yaw — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new child custody attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Janice usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Janice charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Janice's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Janice will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a child custody attorney in Williamsport, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many child custody matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Janice
Janice discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child custody practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every child custody matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Janice confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Janice's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child custody practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Janice Ramin Yaw
How much does it cost to hire Janice for a child custody case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Janice walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Janice offer a free consultation?
Janice charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Janice's office. Some child custody attorneys offer free consults — check Janice's current terms during booking.
How long do child custody cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple child custody matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Janice gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Janice take my case if I'm outside Williamsport?
Janice is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Janice will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Janice?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Janice will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Janice accepting new child custody clients right now?
Janice's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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Janice handles child custody matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified child custody attorneys in that community.
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