Ben Gibson

Ben Gibson is a divorce and family law attorney with Petrelli Previtera, LLC in Philadelphia. He represents clients in marital settlement agreements, property division, custody, modifications, alimony, adoption, child support, and related family matters. His approach combines litigation experience with negotiation and careful client communication. He also serves Spanish-speaking clients and brings prior courtroom experience as a Philadelphia Assistant District Attorney to matters that can become contested or emotionally charged.

Gibson earned his Juris Doctor from Rutgers Law School, graduating cum laude after receiving a merit scholarship. He also earned a Master of Arts in Spanish from Auburn University and completed Ph.D.-level coursework in Spanish at Temple University. His language studies support his ability to communicate directly with Spanish-speaking clients, and his legal education included clinical work serving immigrant clients and assisting with mortgage foreclosure matters involving research and translation.

Gibson previously served as a Philadelphia Assistant District Attorney, appearing in court regularly and developing practical experience with advocacy, procedure, and contested hearings. In family law, he applies that courtroom background to divorce, custody, support, property division, domestic violence, protection-from-abuse matters, and negotiated resolutions. He evaluates proposed agreements with attention to likely court outcomes, helping clients understand both litigation risk and practical settlement choices before major decisions are made.

Ben Gibson is admitted in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and participates in bar organizations that include the Philadelphia Bar Association and Pennsylvania Bar Association. His practice is strengthened by bilingual communication, negotiation experience, and courtroom training. He helps clients address the legal and personal complexity of family disputes while maintaining a clear focus on workable strategies, informed decisions, and solutions suited to each client’s circumstances.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Petrelli Previtera, LLC
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
• Member, Philadelphia Bar Association
• Member, Philadelphia LGBTQ Bar Association
• Member, National LGBTQ+ Bar Association

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania
• New Jersey

Education

• Rutgers Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Auburn University
  Master of Arts (MA) in Spanish

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