Family law · Bankruptcy · Injury · Estates
Steady counsel for the moments that change everything.
Ashby & Lorne is a women-led practice for families and individuals facing divorce, custody, debt, injury and estate matters. We listen first, explain every option in plain language and stay with you until it’s resolved.
combined practice
- Free first consultationConfidential, with no obligation to hire us.
- Fees you can plan forClear estimates up front and payment plans available.
- Two attorneys, one teamYou work directly with the attorney on your case.
Practice areas
How we can help.
Four focused practice areas, each led by an attorney who handles these cases every day. Not sure where your situation fits? Start with a free consultation and we’ll point you in the right direction.
01
Family Law
Thoughtful, protective representation when your family is changing, from the first conversation to the final order.
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02
Bankruptcy
A clear path out of debt through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, with every filing and creditor call handled for you.
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03
Personal Injury
Pursuing fair compensation after an injury caused by someone else’s negligence, so you can focus on recovering.
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04
Estate & Probate
Planning that protects the people you love, and calm guidance for families settling an estate.
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You’ll always know where your case stands, and what comes next.
- 1998The year we opened our doors
- $0For your first consultation
- 24 hrOur goal for returning every call
The attorneys
Meet the women in your corner.
Claire and Nina founded the firm together with one idea: people facing the hardest moments of their lives deserve an attorney who picks up the phone. They still lead every case personally.
Founding partner · Family law
Claire Ashby
Claire leads the family law practice, guiding clients through divorce, custody, support and the division of property. She’s known for careful preparation, calm negotiation and a firm voice in the courtroom when it’s needed.
Read Claire’s bio
Founding partner · Bankruptcy
Nina Lorne
Nina leads the bankruptcy and debt relief practice, handling Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings from the first review of your finances to the fresh start. She also oversees the firm’s injury and estate matters.
Read Nina’s bioWorking with us
What to expect.
Legal problems are stressful enough. Here’s exactly how it works once you reach out, so there are no surprises.
A free first meeting
Tell us what’s happening, in person, by phone or by video. It’s confidential and there’s no obligation.
We listen, then advise
We learn your situation before we recommend anything, because no two cases are the same.
A clear plan and fee
You’ll get your options in plain language, a recommended path and an honest estimate.
With you to the end
Regular updates, quick answers and the same attorney from the first call to the final order.
What clients say
“She listened before she advised”
Claire took the time to understand my situation before suggesting anything. I always knew what was happening with my case.
M. R. · Custody“A fresh start I didn’t think was possible”
Nina explained every step of Chapter 13 and handled the creditor calls. The relief was immediate.
D. K. · Bankruptcy“Calm, prepared and honest”
Divorce is hard. Having an attorney who answered my calls and told me the truth made it manageable.
S. P. · Divorce“They made a hard time easier”
After my father passed, they guided our family through probate with patience and real kindness.
J. T. · ProbateSample reviews for this template demo. Replace with your firm’s real, verified reviews.
Your first step
Your first consultation is on us.
Meet with an attorney, ask every question you have and leave with a clear sense of your options, whether or not you hire us.
- Any court papers or letters you’ve received
- A short timeline of what’s happened
- Recent pay stubs, bills or statements, if it’s about money
- Your questions, written down so nothing gets missed
Questions
Good to know.
How much does a consultation cost?
Your first consultation is free and confidential. If you decide to work with us, we’ll give you a clear fee estimate before any work begins.
Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?
Not always, but an attorney can make sure your agreement protects you, especially when children, a home or retirement accounts are involved.
Will filing for bankruptcy stop creditor calls?
In most cases, filing triggers an automatic stay that stops collection calls, lawsuits and wage garnishment while your case moves forward.
How long does a custody case take?
It depends on the court and on whether parents can agree. We’ll give you a realistic timeline at your first meeting and update you as things change.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. We know legal help is a real expense, so we offer payment plans for many types of cases.
The journal
Plain-English guidance.
Straightforward answers to the questions clients ask us most, written by our attorneys.
Contact
Let’s talk about what’s next.
Call us or request a consultation online. We’ll get back to you within one business day, usually sooner.
- Phone
- (555) 014-2290
- Office
- 100 Main Street, Suite 200
Your Town, PA 00000 - Existing clients
- Pay your invoice online →
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm
Evening meetings by appointment
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