31+ Years
Legal Experience
About Elissa Goldberg
Elissa C. Goldberg, Esquire, has been a dedicated family law attorney practicing in Pennsylvania since 1995. After initially focusing on foreign adoptions for two years, she established her own family law practice in Doylestown, Bucks County. With over two decades of experience, Elissa has been assisting clients in achieving favorable outcomes in matters such as divorce, equitable distribution, custody, child support, spousal support, alimony, surrogacy, and special relief. Her practice extends to the courts of Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties.
Recognizing the emotional toll of litigation, Elissa trained as a divorce mediator over 19 years ago. She also specializes in Collaborative Law Divorce, where both parties agree to resolve matters outside of court. As a member and officer of the Bucks County Collaborative Law Group, she actively promotes these more humane divorce options.
Elissa graduated from Temple University law school and resides in Bucks County. In addition to her family law practice, she prepares Property or Marital Settlement Agreements, Custody Complaints, and Stipulations. Her services also include drafting simple Wills, Power of Attorney, and Living Wills.
Elissa is passionate about helping to form new families through adoption, including stepparent, grandparent, and same-sex partner adoptions, as well as surrogacy. She is proficient in facilitating legal name changes for adults and minors, including transgender individuals, and assists Pennsylvanians with identification updates, such as obtaining RealID compliance.
Elissa C. Goldberg is committed to maintaining your dignity and privacy while addressing all your family law needs.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Pennsylvania Car Accident Laws
Understanding Pennsylvania's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$15K/$30K/$5K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
No-Fault
Your own insurance covers injuries
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of family law does Elissa C. Goldberg specialize in?
Elissa specializes in divorce, equitable distribution, custody, child support, spousal support, alimony, surrogacy, and special relief.
Where does Elissa C. Goldberg practice?
She practices in the courts of Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties.
What is Collaborative Law Divorce?
It's a process where both parties agree to resolve their divorce issues outside of court.
Does Elissa C. Goldberg assist with adoptions?
Yes, she helps with stepparent, grandparent, and same-sex partner adoptions, as well as surrogacy.
Can Elissa assist with legal name changes?
Yes, she is experienced in obtaining legal name changes for adults and minors, including transgender individuals.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Elissa Goldberg for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Elissa for a free case review
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