Shari R. Gelfont Williams
Partner | Family Law Attorney | Bucks County

Family Law Focus with a Client-First Approach

Shari represents clients throughout Bucks County and the greater Philadelphia area in all aspects of family law, including divorce, custody, child and spousal support, equitable distribution, adoption, dependency matters, guardianship and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

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“Family law is personal. Some days are good, some days are hard. But my role is to guide you through it, one step at a time.”

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With over 30 years of experience, Williams brings steady leadership and compassion to high-stress legal matters. Her approach strikes a balance between practical guidance and emotional awareness, enabling clients to navigate deeply personal transitions with confidence and ease.

Domestic Violence Advocacy & Litigation Experience

Williams began her career as an Assistant Public Defender, honing her litigation skills. She transitioned to the Florida Attorney General’s office where she became a Division Chief in Children’s Legal Services and a Senior Attorney in Child Support.

She later led a domestic violence legal representation program in Charlotte, North Carolina, before relocating back to Pennsylvania, where she continues her advocacy through the Bucks County Pro Bono PFA program.

Here in Bucks County she started as an Assistant District Attorney in Bucks County, gaining valuable litigation experience and developing a firm understanding of Bucks courtroom procedure.

Guardianship Advocacy

Williams is a trusted family advocate through her work in guardianship matters. She helps clients file petitions, gather evidence, and navigate hearings with care and precision. Her focus is on protecting a child’s stability or an incapacitated adult while guiding guardians through their legal rights and duties.

Williams understands how courts evaluate guardianship petitions, the documentation needed, and the importance of ongoing reporting. Her clear and practical guidance helps families make informed decisions to support a child’s best interests.

Recognition for Pro Bono Commitment

In 2018, Williams received both the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Bucks County Pro Bono Award and the Bucks County Bar Association’s Arthur B. Walsh Jr. Pro Bono Publico Award.

Williams has been recognized since the inception as a Keystone Attorney for her ongoing pro bono service to the PFA program.

Legal Educator & CLE Speaker

Williams shares her expertise as a frequent CLE presenter, having taught legal courses across Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Florida. Her topics include PFAs, juvenile defense, Kayden’s Law changes to custody, dependency case planning, and disaster-related legal preparedness.

Education & Court Admissions

Williams earned her J.D. from Whittier Law School in Los Angeles, where she served as editor of The Barrister, the law school’s student newspaper. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University.

She is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and Florida and holds inactive status in North Carolina. She is admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Southern District of Florida, and Middle District of Florida.

Leadership, Community Involvement & Personal Life

Williams currently co-chairs the Pro Bono Committee of the Bucks County Bar Association and participates in the Women’s Law Division, membership committee and bench bar committee. She is also an active member of the Family Lawyers Division of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, where she participates in the Programming Committee, Diversity Committee and Parentage Committee. Williams is a Barrister with the Doris Jonas Inn of Court.

Outside the office, she volunteers at Ohev Shalom in Richboro, PA, where she has led High Holiday services, served as a substitute teacher, and worked as a librarian. She’s a loyal fan of Penn State football and Philadelphia sports. She resides in Holland, with her Husband, two dogs and has 3 adult-aged children.

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“I want to learn how we can work together to get you where you want to be. The goal is always the same: to leave you in a better place than where we started.”

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