About Pamela Purdy
Pamela L. Purdy is the founder of Purdy Law Office, LLC, established in March 2006, specializing in Family and Matrimonial Law. She earned her B.A. from the University of Richmond in 1996 and initially worked as a tobacco litigation paralegal at Hunton and Williams in Richmond, Virginia. Pursuing her legal education, she graduated from American University, Washington College of Law in 2000.
Following her graduation, Ms. Purdy clerked for the Honorable Justin M. Johnson of the Superior Court of Pennsylvania, focusing on family law assignments. Before founding her own practice, she served as a family law associate at McNees Wallace and Nurick LLC in Harrisburg from 2001 to 2006.
Ms. Purdy is actively involved in the legal community as a member of the Family Law Section of the Pennsylvania Bar Association. She has contributed as a Barrister in the Honorable William W. Lipsitt Inn of Court and has held leadership roles, including past chair of the Dauphin County Young Lawyers Section and past secretary of its Family Law Section. Her roles also include serving as Paternity Counsel for the Dauphin County Domestic Relations Office and as a custody conference officer for the Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas from 2009 to 2015.
An advocate for collaborative law, Ms. Purdy is part of the Collaborative Professionals of Central Pennsylvania and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She has lectured on family law topics for the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section and the Pennsylvania Bar Institute. Additionally, she is a trained divorce mediator and collaborative law attorney.
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 law does Pamela L. Purdy specialize in?
Pamela L. Purdy specializes in Family and Matrimonial Law.
Where did Pamela L. Purdy receive her education?
She received her B.A. from the University of Richmond and her J.D. from American University, Washington College of Law.
What roles has Pamela L. Purdy held in the legal community?
She has been a Barrister in the Honorable William W. Lipsitt Inn of Court and served in leadership roles in the Dauphin County Young Lawyers and Family Law Sections.
Is Pamela L. Purdy involved in collaborative law?
Yes, she is a member of the Collaborative Professionals of Central Pennsylvania and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals.
Has Pamela L. Purdy lectured on family law topics?
Yes, she has lectured for the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section and the Pennsylvania Bar Institute.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Pamela Purdy 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 Pamela for a free case review
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