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William C. Fanning, Jr.
La Plata, MD Family Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
(301) 934-3620
FANNING LAW, LLC
201 Centennial Street, Suite 2-A
La Plata, MD 20646
Family, Business, Divorce and Employment
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
Attorney Bill Fanning has focused on family law in Maryland since 1993. He and the staff of Fanning Law, LLC understand the complexities associated with separation, divorce, custody, visitation, and other family law matters and will successfully help you and your family through these difficult issues. With over 20 years of experience handling family disputes, Bill Fanning has an in-depth understanding of the legal and emotional issues which affect you and your family. Looking to grow your family through adoption? Fanning Law, LLC can ably assist you and your family through the adoption process...
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Daniel J. Guenther
Waldorf, MD Family Law Attorney with 42 years of experience
(301) 475-3106
3261 Old Washington Rd.
Hamilton Center Two, Suite 2020
Waldorf, MD 20603
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Business and Military
Potomac School of Law, Washington, D.C.
As a practicing Bankruptcy Attorney in Maryland for 34 years, Daniel Guenther has helped hundreds of clients in obtaining debt relief and a fresh start through bankruptcy. He has assisted clients in becoming debt free through Chapter 7 or chapter 13, and has helped homeowners avoid foreclosure and save their home through Chapter 13 as well. He has also successfully represented clients and stopped wage garnishments and attachments of assets through protection under the Federal Bankruptcy Laws. To better serve his clients, he has three offices in Southern Maryland, one in Leonardtown (St. Mary's County), one in Waldorf...
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Kathleen McClernan
Leonardtown, MD Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
(240) 309-4179
22715 Washington Street, Suite 201
P. O. Box 188
Leonardtown, MD 20650
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Baltimore
Ms. McClernan is the first female recipient of the Leadership in Law Award, Generation JD from the Daily Record in Southern Maryland. She was recognized as a Top 100 Women in Maryland in 2018. She was also previously recognized as The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 in 2014. She currently dedicates time as a member of the Board of Directors for the Community Mediation of St. Mary's County and sits on the Ethics Commission for St. Mary's County. Ms. McClernan can be found at lunchtime working with the students of Leonardtown High School for the Mock...
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Alycia E Stack
Leonardtown, MD Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
(240) 309-4179
22715 Washington Street, Suite 201
PO Box 188
Leonardtown, MD 20650
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
American University
Alycia Stack has spent her career litigating in Southern Maryland, helping families and children through times of crisis. She concentrates her practice in family law, including divorce, child custody, and adoption. She most recently represented children in the child welfare system, throughout foster care, terminations of parental rights, and adoptions as a Staff Attorney at Maryland Legal Aid. Prior to that she represented victims of domestic violence in peace and protective order proceedings. Alycia has handled over 300 peace and protective order cases and has extensive training in domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and trauma. She is active in...
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Thomas Edward Pyles
Waldorf, MD Family Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
American University Washington College of Law
Thomas E. Pyles, Esquire, is an accomplished personal injury and criminal defense trial attorney with over 26 years of legal experience. He has a tremendous background in personal injury and criminal defense cases, having tried over 200 jury trials and over 1,000 bench trials. Mr. Pyles has handled complex civil and criminal litigation with outstanding client satisfaction and great professionalism. His reputation, both inside the courtroom and out, have allowed him to be one of the top litigators in this state.
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Joseph Clifford Hangarter
Waldorf, MD Family Law Attorney with 27 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Personal Injury
The George Washington University Law School
Joe is our newest team member, joining the firm after practicing in La Plata for over 10 years at Barbour & Hangarter. We have known and respected Joe for a long time, and it is great to have him join us as “Of Counsel.” He is also admitted to practice in Virginia and the Federal Courts, which gives our firm more reach than before. Joe will concentrate his practice in Personal Injury litigation, Family Law, and Elder Law. Joe has a passion for personal injury litigation, and that is a full time job these days. He is a guy...
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Cameron Methner
Waldorf, MD Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
11705 Berry Road ste 202
Waldorf, MD 20603
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
University of Baltimore School of Law
Cameron joined our firm after serving as law clerk to the Honorable Julia B. Weatherly, known across Maryland as one of the most experienced jurists in family law matters. Cameron’s extensive “behind the scenes” education while serving as clerk is invaluable to her clients who face the prospect of appearing in court for a family law matter. Cameron is a trained mediator and has been since 2008, with a focus on child access mediation. She is currently a Court Appointed Mediator and is assigned mediation cases by the Court as well as accepting private mediations.
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Camille R. McBride
Waldorf, MD Family Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
Licensed to practice in District of Columbia , Maryland, Florida and all United States District Courts in those jurisdictions.
Marie Palmquist
Waldorf, MD Family Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Pawnee A. Davis
Bethesda , MD Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Pittsburgh School of Law and California State University - Sacramento
At my firm we get you results in your divorce, family law, or estate planning matter. All cases are handled with care and with a focus on helping our clients. We seek the best resolution for you.
What is different about my firm?
It is a small woman-owned firm that works hard for you! The team members at P. A. Davis Law Office are thorough and conscientious in how we handle cases and genuinely want to make our clients' lives better.
The owner, having worked as a senior official in federal government providing top consulting and strategy to government agencies, knows...
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Jumoke F Oladapo
Greenbelt, MD Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Immigration
University of Baltimore School of Law
You will get a personalized quality legal consultation or representation you deserve when you choose my services at Ivylaw. I am the Manging Attorney at Ivylaw Law Office, Greenbelt, Maryland. I am Passionate about helping my clients, both individuals and companies to navigate successfully through the system of U.S immigration and nationality law. My services enable my client to realize their immigration desires and intents, and help them become suceesful contributing members of the society in the United States. Being an immigrant, I know, feel and understand your immigration needs and I am commited to providing successful immigration solutions...
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Sandra V. Guzman-Salvado
Greenbelt, MD Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of Baltimore School of Law
Sandra Guzma- Salvado is a bi-lingual family law attorney, mediator, Best Interest Attorney for Children, and Parent Coordinator.
Sandra represents individuals in cases involving child custody, divorce, child support, and access in Maryland. She is often appointed to represent children in contested custody matters.
Legal disputes may be resolved through negotiation, litigation, mediation, or collaborative practice.
Sandra's focus has always been family law because it is what she finds most rewarding. It is an area of law where her patience, reflective listening skills, and ability to sympathize is helpful.
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David Marquardt
Rockville, MD Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
University of Miami School of Law
My journey to becoming the owner and founder of Wayside Legal came out of an intense sense of justice and a desire to stand up for people who cannot stand up for themselves. I started Wayside Legal for you. Every day, the firm is devoted to serving clients and the community with enthusiasm and value. Your case isn’t just a legal event but a complete and total life transition, so I strive to be a concierge that can address any and all of the issues you may face.
I am a veteran attorney licensed in Maryland, D.C. and Virginia, handling all...
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LaSheena M. Williams
Rockville, MD Family Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Howard University School of Law
Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, LaSheena M. Williams is a distinguished legal professional who has dedicated her career to the intricate world of family law. A proud alumnus of Towson University, she holds dual degrees in Psychology and Criminal Justice, a testament to her deep understanding of the complex human dynamics that often play a crucial role in legal matters.
LaSheena's journey in law began at Howard University School of Law, located in the bustling DMV metro area. Here, she honed her legal acumen, laying the foundation for her future successes. Her post-graduate path led her to an invaluable internship...
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Jason T. Fowler
Prince Frederick, MD Family Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Georgetown University Law Center and St. Thomas University School of Law
Jason Fowler attended Georgetown University Law Center and St. Thomas University, School of Law for his JD. Jason received a MBA during his time in law school. Upon graduation in 2014, Jason pursued a LLM Degree in Tax at Georgetown University Law Center and later graduated in 2015. Jason was selected to be commencement speaker at his graduation. Jason was admitted to practice in the State of Maryland in 2014. Jason was admitted to practice law in the District of Columbia in 2017. He is a member of the Tax, Estate Planning, and Business Sections of the Maryland Bar Association....
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Regina DeMeo
Bethesda, MD Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
The George Washington University Law School
For over 18 years, I have focused on helping families in the DC Area with family law issues, including prenups, separation agreements, divorce, custody, support, and property division. The past 10 years, I have also provided mediation and Collaborative Divorce services. Since 2009, I have guest lectured for Georgetown Univ. and GWU Law School, and I have appeared as a legal commentator on Sirius XM, ABC tv, MMCTV, and Good Morning America. I am regularly quoted in the media and recognized as a top lawyer in Superlawyers, Bethesda Magazine and The Washingtonian.
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Diana Valle
Bethesda, MD Family Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Domestic Violence
American University Washington College of Law and University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
Diana Valle offers a comprehensive, individually tailored approach to legal representation. Every client is assessed not only to analyze the correct legal course and strategy but to offer general ancillary assistance on other issues. For example, a client with a bankruptcy problem may also need tax assistance, while a client who is in foreclosure may need a bankruptcy.
Ms. Valle's interest in the law stemmed from her sense of justice and fair play for all. The challenges of learning the law coupled with her passion for justice peaked Ms. Valle's interest in pursuing a legal career. Ms....
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Anne (Jan) W. White
Bethesda, MD Family Law Lawyer with 51 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Stanford University
Anne (Jan) W. White, with over 30 years of legal experience in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Virginia, is a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and was named to the 2013 Best Lawyers in America in Family Law and in Collaborative Law and to 2013 Super Lawyers. She attended Stanford Law School and is a magna cum laude graduate of Duke University, where she was also an Angier B. Duke scholar and Phi Beta Kappa member. Ms. White’s diverse background prepared her to resolve complex divorce issues involving taxes, retirement benefits, trusts, businesses, and related financial...
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Evan M. Koslow
Annapolis, MD Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
(443) 482-5141
420 Chinquapin Round Road
Suite 203
Annapolis, MD 21401
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Baltimore School of Law
Evan Koslow is an experienced family law and civil litigation trial attorney who has spent nearly ten years building a career in the legal profession, which includes working in federal and state governments, as well as in the private sector. Before joining an Annapolis family law firm, Evan served as the Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Julia B. Weatherly in the Circuit Court for Prince George's County. The clerkship with Judge Weatherly afforded Evan the opportunity to participate directly in the judicial decision-making process and gain firsthand insight into factors and evidence judges find persuasive. Evan received...
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Heather Renee McCabe
Bethesda, MD Family Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
The George Washington University Law School
Heather McCabe is an accomplished litigator, mediator, and parenting coordinator. She enjoys working closely with clients to help them achieve their goals for both themselves and their children. She has taught both at Georgetown University Law School and American University's Washington College of Law. She exclusively practices in the area of family law (including divorce, separation, child support, domestic violence, and child custody).
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Timothy E. Howie
Annapolis, MD Family Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of North Carolina School of Law
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Adam Habibi
Bethesda, MD Family Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Immigration
Florida Coastal School of Law
At the Law Office of Adam Habibi, P.C. we handle many US immigration cases on behalf of clients throughout the United States and from around the world.
Our mission is to provide you with individual attention and professional service at every step on the path toward achieving your immigration goals. U.S. immigration law is extremely complex and the assistance of a professional guiding you throughout the process is absolutely essential.
We also offer affordable pricing and flat rates.
Since 2011 the Law Office of Adam Habibi, P.C., has served clients from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. Reaching innumerable successes in-Court and...
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Li Weng
Rockville, MD Family Law Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Estate Planning and Immigration
University of Texas - Austin
Founding partner Li Weng works in Rockville Law Group LLC’s practice areas of estate planning, family law, IPO and immigration. Li brings a background of over 12 years in estate planning, anticorruption, and trade matters, IPO, SPAC, OTC, immigration as well as transnational practice experience. Over several years, Li advised multinational companies undergoing internal and SEC investigations on potential violations by the companies’ subsidiaries of anti-bribery provisions of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. In addition, she represented companies during ITC investigations of antidumping and countervailing duty matters. She helped the firm’s clients to develop their estate, retirement, and gift planning...
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Nancy Weller
Annapolis, MD Family Law Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Baltimore School of Law
I help people separate and divorce with dignity outside of court through mediation, collaborative practice, and legal coaching. I believe families can continue to be families after divorce.
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Valerie E Anias
Annapolis, MD Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
University of Baltimore School of Law
From divorce and adoption to the drafting of your estate plan, A Team Family Law is here for you and your family. Call us to learn more about our firm and the services we can provide for you and your family.
Valerie E. Anias is owner and founder of A Team Family Law, LLC. Val brings compassion, understanding, and thoroughness to the table when taking on a case. She is passionate about assisting underrepresented individuals and advocates for her clients irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, family status, etc. Whether the issue involves a child custody dispute, divorce,...
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Patrick Joseph Crawford
Annapolis, MD Family Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of Notre Dame
Patrick is not like other family law attorneys. Patrick has a boutique legal practice in which he provides high-quality service to a small number of clients. His practice is small, and that is how he likes it. He is the only attorney in his office. Having a small practice allows Patrick to provide a highly personalized service in which he gets to know each client and delivers representation that is tailored to achieve that client’s unique goals. He is aggressive while also being careful to avoid wasteful efforts and strategies that usually serve only to increase the client’s legal fees....
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Jessica Markham
Bethesda, MD Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Family
University of Miami School of Law
Jessica Markham practices all aspects of family law in Maryland and Washington, D.C. She has trial experience in Montgomery County, Prince George's County, Baltimore County and Washington D.C. courts and is also trained in Collaborative Law. Ms. Markham also handles guardianship matters and is frequently appointed by the Court as an attorney for Allegedly Disabled Adults and as Guardian of the Property. Ms. Markham has also been appointed by the court in Family Law matters as a Child Privilege attorney and a Best Interest Attorney (formerly Guardian Ad Litem).
Ms. Markham also has an active mediation practice, helping parties...
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Marc A. Isaacs
Kensington, MD Family Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
3800 Howard Avenue
Suite 2
Kensington, MD 20895
Family and Divorce
American University Washington College of Law
We are a full service law firm offering customized legal solutions. Our firm represents clients in all aspects of family law, including complex marital dissolution actions, high conflict custody matters, paternity, and non-marital cohabitation cases. We also represent clients in Landlord & Tenant matters, along with a number of other practice areas. We understand that the most successful settlements result from intense trial preparation. Our firm works tirelessly in achieving advantageous results for our clients. We have represented a wide range of individuals, and understand that each client has their own unique circumstances that require creative and customized legal solutions....
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Jessica E Zadjura
Annapolis, MD Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
1910 Towne Centre Boulevard
Suite 250
Annapolis, MD 21401
Free ConsultationFamily and Estate Planning
University of Baltimore School of Law
Jessica Zadjura has firsthand knowledge of the hurdles divorced families face - she is the child of divorce, one of five siblings in a blended family, a wife, a mother, and a stepmother. Jessica's life experience helps guide her clients through every step of the family law process, whether in or out of court. As a seasoned litigator, mediator, and child attorney, Jessica uses her personal experiences and years of legal knowledge to help you determine the ideal process for your family.
Jessica received her Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice from the University of Maryland. She earned her Juris...
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Lisa Seltzer Becker
Bethesda, MD Family Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Education
American University Washington College of Law
I began practicing law in 1996. Since then, I have helped many clients in Maryland and the District of Columbia with their family law issues, including high-conflict divorces, custody cases involving special needs children, and premarital and postmarital agreements. I am an experienced litigator, but is also a trained Collaborative practitioner and trained mediator.
For the last twelve years I have also represented numerous students and families in education matters, including school discipline in public and private schools, and campus sexual assault, Title IX cases and academic misconduct cases at the college level.
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James J. Gross
Chevy Chase, MD Family Law Lawyer with 48 years of experience
Family, Business, Collections and Divorce
Georgetown University Law Center and University of Missouri - Columbia
Managing Partner and Co-founder of Thyden Gross and Callahan, a law firm in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Author of four books on divorce. Formerly tax counsel for Satellite Business Systems, communications attorney for the FCC, and chemical engineer for the Procter & Gamble Company. Master of Laws in Taxation, Georgetown. Highest ratings by Martindale-Hubbell, SuperLawyers and Avvo.com.
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Neveen H. Kurtom
Largo, MD Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
University of Baltimore School of Law
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Michael Barrett
National Harbor, MD Family Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
I have been practicing family law and personal injury in the state of Maryland since 2003. I have helped many families deal with the heart ache of divorce and custodial issues related to divorce...helped clients deal with loss of income, transportation, and life activities due to being injured in a car crash. How may I help you?
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Leonard A Englander
Annapolis, MD Family Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Collections, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
Everyone should be able to afford justice. As a teacher for disadvantaged teens in Baltimore, it was clear to me that the lack of affordable legal representation is a problem for so many who seek a fair outcome in court. Making sure that everyone’s rights are honored, regardless of income, has always been my goal as an attorney. Starting with my work as a law student with University of Maryland’s JustAdvice Clinic, to volunteering with Legal Aid, to fighting for the rights of victims as an attorney for the nonprofit, SALI (Sexual Assault Legal Institute), I have represented clients in...
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K. Lynn Carter
Annapolis, MD Family Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Charlotte School of Law
Lynn attended Law School in Charlotte, North Carolina and graduated in December 2015. While in school, Lynn served as a judicial intern to the Honorable Albert Diaz in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, the Honorable Wanda G. Bryant in the North Carolina State Court of Appeals, and the Honorable Robert C. Conrad in the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina. In addition to her judicial internships, Lynn interned with the Senior Vice President and Regional Legal Counsel for Balfour Beatty Construction-the 3rd largest builder in the country. Lynn also took...
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Richard Lundin
Silver Spring, MD Family Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Family and Personal Injury
The George Washington University Law School
Richard S. Lundin's dream of becoming a Washington D.C lawyer started far from the nation's capital, working part-time as a litigation assistant in Phoenix Arizona. It was at Arizona State that Rick graduated with a degree in finance, and later George Washington University where he earned his Juris Doctor. It was also during this time that he worked for federal judge, the Honorable Charles R. Richey, who left a strong impression on Rick's early legal career. It was 1994 when Rick was hired by James Nickelsporn, who later invited him to be his law partner, forming Nickelsporn &...
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Ms. Kate S. McDonough
Silver Spring, MD Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
(301) 592-1295
100 Lexington Drive
Second Floor
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Family, Collections, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Cleveland State University
I am proud of the many successful outcomes I have obtained for my clients, both in litigating contested matters in the courtroom, as well as in negotiating favorable settlements for them. I am committed to representing my clients’ interests in the most ethical, professional, results-driven, and cost-effective manner possible.
My legal career for the past 11 years has been focused primarily in the area of family law. The other two areas in which I practice are (1) probate and contested estate and trust matters, and (2) collections, judgment enforcement, and civil litigation.
My family law practice covers the full range of divorce,...
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Richard Dodd II
Bethesda, MD Family Law Lawyer with 38 years of experience
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200
Bethesda, MD 20814
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Boston University School of Law
Richard Dodd is a seasoned divorce and child custody negotiator and litigator. He is also trained in mediation and collaborative dispute resolution, both of which emphasize clients' self-determination in negotiating settlement terms to provide for equitable parenting access plans and property settlements according to their values and objectives, rather than leaving the outcome to a judge.
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Benjamin Cutter Marcoux
Greenbelt, MD Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
American University Washington College of Law
Benjamin Marcoux joined Houlon, Berman, Bergman, Finci, Levenstein & Skok, LLC in June of 2010. Prior to joining the firm, he worked with the Collaborative Law Group in Ellicott City, Maryland. He served clients in a variety of practice areas including: family, civil litigation, collaborative law, wills and probate, and personal injury. Ben has appeared before judges and masters in Montgomery, Prince George's, Howard, Anne Arundel, Calvert and Worcester counties. While in law school, Ben served as Dean's Fellow to Professor Rice, the former Evidence Master for the AT&T break-up litigation.
Ben is a member of the...