Top Divorce Lawyers Near Me in Annapolis Area

With more than twenty five years experience as a practicing lawyer, Ms. Billman focuses her practice exclusively on Family Law. She is a fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers which maintains rigorous admission standards. Currently, fewer than forty fellows have been admitted to the Academy from the entire state of Maryland. Ms. Billman is the immediate past President of the Maryland Chapter and has been appointed to the Board of Governors.  Ms. Billman is a past chair of the Maryland State Bar Association Family Law Section Council, that directs Family Law policies and practices statewide, and served on that Council for three years prior to ascending to the chair.. Additionally, she has presented lectures on Family Law topics for judges and lawyers across the state. Ms. Billman has served on the Family Law Committees of the Prince George's and Anne Arundel County Bar Associations.. Listed in Martindale-Hubbell's Bar Register of Pre-Eminent Lawyers, Leslie G. Billman is among select lawyers who have earned the AV Peer Review Rating. An AV rating shows that a lawyer has reached the height of professional excellence and adherence to the professional standards of conduct, ethics, reliability and diligence.. In recognition of her achievements in family law, Leslie Billman has been named in Best Lawyers of America, in Maryland Super Lawyers, and is recognized as one of the Top 25 Women Attorneys in Maryland.. Ms. Billman served on the drafting committee for the Family Law volume of the Maryland Judge's Benchbook, a reference book setting out a combination of statutory and common law principles organized for quick reference and use by the Court as issues arise in the courtroom.. Beyond the bar, Ms. Billman combines passions for photography and sports, and spends her spare time photographing professional and college sports for a wire service. She has photographed pro baseball including the Baltimore Orioles, college football, soccer, and basketball, and has covered nearly every U.S. pro tennis tournament. During the summer of 2007, Ms. Billman accepted the Sampras family's invitation to photograph Pete Sampras's induction into the Tennis Hall of Fame, and the weekend events attendant to that ceremony. Her photographs have appeared in Sports Illustrated, ESPN Magazine, Tennis View Magazine and other publications, as well as appearing online on numerous sports websites.

With more than 25 years of experience, attorney Nicholas T. Exarhakis provides representation in family law matters across Maryland. His practice covers divorce, child custody, visitation rights, and child support issues. The Law Office of Nicholas T. Exarhakis emphasizes direct communication, ensuring that clients understand the legal process and what to expect. Mr. Exarhakis works closely with individuals and families to develop strategies suited to their specific situations. Clients are kept informed and involved, with the firm committed to achieving fair and practical outcomes. Known for assertive representation and a client-centered focus, Mr. Exarhakis continues to serve the community with dedication and care.

To learn more about attorney Crawford, visit his website at: .. Family law attorney Patrick Crawford attended the University of Notre Dame for both his undergraduate and law degrees. After completing the latter in 2001, he spent time in Washington, DC working as an attorney with the Surface Transportation Board, a federal agency tied to the Department of Transportation.  In 2004, he opened a private practice in Rockville, Maryland representing people in various civil litigation, criminal, and family law matters.  He has since relocated to Annapolis, Maryland, and he now focuses his practice almost exclusively on family law.  A dog lover, he frequently brings his own dog Dillon into the office. Regardless of whether you are looking for help with a divorce, child custody, or other family law matter, he will represent you aggressively and compassionately. He works tirelessly to provide the high-quality, intelligent, and focused representation in all cases that he handles.

The focus of my practice is serving individuals and families within the community, specifically in the areas of family law, estate planning, and real property law. Prior to starting my practice, I 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. Additionally, I interned with the Senior Vice President and Regional Legal Counsel for Balfour Beatty Construction-the 3rd largest builder in the country. And before law school, I worked as a litigation paralegal for over 6 years on both state and federal actions. My litigation background started in family law and insurance defense. It then progressed to various facets of real estate law, particularly community associations law, foreclosures, and  construction law. Now, as a solo practitioner, I have the joy and flexibility of choosing who I serve, and I've chosen to serve the people of my community. Please feel free to contact my office in regards to your legal needs.

Mr. Beard has civil general trial practice, personal injury cases, including auto accidents, wrongful death, electrocution, workers' compensation, medical malpractice, amusement park injuries, and product liability. In Addition, traffic cases including dwi, dui, excessive speed, and weight and log violations. He has practiced family law cases since 1977 including divorce, child custody and visitation, support and alimony, property division, parental termination, CINA, and Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Act cases. Mr. Beard also has experience with criminal law, wills and estates, contract and real estate litigation. Civil litigation, including jury trials and appeals. Present Court Settlement Facilitator.

Laura E. Burrows, named by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 focuses her practice on all aspects of family law matters. Laura is a native of Atlanta, Georgia. She earned her undergraduate degree from Emory University, and her law degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law. Laura provides the highest standard of service to her clients through effective communication, and her excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills. Recognizing that her clients are facing difficult transitions, Laura concentrates on promoting solutions to all domestic matters, whether through mediation, collaborative law, negotiating settlements, or if necessary, advocating as a fierce trial-attorney. Laura takes a holistic approach to resolving disputes, and is dedicated to helping her clients achieve quality results in a cost-effective manner. Laura has advanced training and certifications in Collaborative Law, as a Child’s Attorney, and as a Divorce Mediator. Laura and and her Husband Eric Haviland offer both individual and co-mediation services to clients.

I still enjoy getting up each day, spending time at home with my family and friends and practicing law.  About 50% of my work week is in court and the balance meeting with new clients and managing my office.  There is nothing too trivial for a client in need.  It is important to analyze the problem, find a solution and hopefully convey it quickly, efficiently and inexpensively to a client.. Our clients come from all walks of life as referrals from other clients and other attorneys. Our firm has grown to 10 attorneys and 10 administrative assistants. If our full service law firm can assist you please contact me.

I graduated from the University of Georgia in 2001 and from the University of Maryland School of Law in 2004. I was admitted to the Maryland bar in 2004, and shortly thereafter became Managing Attorney of the YWCA of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Domestic Violence Legal Services program, where I provided representation to victims of abuse in their domestic violence and family law matters until early 2010. I am a member of the Maryland State Bar Association, Maryland Hispanic Bar Association and the Anne Arundel Bar Association.  I currently serve on the Judicial Nominations Committee of the Maryland Hispanic Bar Association and formerly served on the Board of Directors of the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence. Since entering private practice in April of 2010, I have concentrated in negotiating and litigating family law matters, including domestic violence matters in District and Circuit Court.

I care about my clients and their lives. In my career, I have worked with thousands of people from many walks of life facing many different challenges. I realize that going through a divorce, caring for children, or fighting for what you think is right can be one of the most challenging, frustrating, and difficult times of your life—on many levels. As a client, I ask you to think hard about your case, to do what you can to improve your situation and your case, because I am willing to work hard for you, to chart a course together with you to achieve your objectives.

Helping families through divorce and difficult transitions, protecting them and asserting their rights through the court process, working with negotiation, mediation and collaborative methods to bring about opportunities for settlement, and guiding our clients into new chapters in their lives, is my passion and defines my approach to family law practice.. For Estate Planning, it is our joy to take steps to take care of those they love, and to make the process of care organized and well thought through.  Basically we help our clients "get their ducks in a row," so that their wishes and plans through convlescence and at the time of passing, bring peace to the ones they love.. My legal practice began with the large multi-national firms in Washington DC where the income was great and the legal problems interesting and complex, however, after many years of this kind of practice, I discovered that my true interests were working with people and families rather than abstract principles and economic analyses.. My divorce/family law practice begin 20 years ago.  I have helped many individuals and families through challenging times of change.   If you are in need of legal help with a family matter involving, divorce, separation, child custody, domestic violence, alimony, or any other matter related to marriage, children, separation and divorce, the Law Office of Kendall Summers can help you.  We are well-recognized in Anne Arundel County, Howard County, Prince George's County, Calvert County, and the Eastern Shore.  Our approach to divorce and family law practice utilizes experienced litigation technique, combined with settlement options including negotiated settlement, mediation and collaborative resolution models. Our firm is highly experienced in all aspects of divorce and family law.. If you need a divorce attorney, call Kendall Summers Law at (410) 224- 4677, or  visit our website at .  In most cases, we are able to provide you with a free telephone consultation.  We look forward to hearing from you and hope to help you with your case.. If you need an attorney for your divorce/custody, or for estate planning, you are welcome to call the Law Office of Kendall Summers at (410) 224 - 4677.   We would be happy to talk with you about your situation and case needs.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Annapolis and surrounding areas.