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Stephanie Foster: Collaborative Law and Mediation Help Families to “Divorce with Dignity”. Divorce can be heart wrenching and difficult. However, it does not have to be if you contact Stephanie Foster, an experienced Tarrant County divorce attorney whose office serves the communities of Arlington, Mansfield, Southlake, Keller, Hurst, Euless, Bedford and Fort Worth, Texas. Stephanie Foster helps her clients reduce the anxiety and stress of divorce. She guides men and women in dissolving a marital bond with respect and fairness using the increasingly popular collaborative law process, cooperative process, mediation, arbitration or litigation.. A Skilled Negotiator. The Arlington collaborative lawyer distinguished herself as one of the first Tarrant County attorneys trained in “collaborative law,” which offers clients a less combative way to divorce. In collaborative law, there is no war and there are no court appearances. Instead, two or more attorneys work with their respective clients and a possible team of a communications coach and a financial planner/CPA to negotiate and agree on child custody, visitation and the equitable division of their marital assets and debts.. Stephanie Foster uses her talents in the art of negotiation and communication as well as a great sense of humor and compassion to help couples divorce with their dignity intact. Stephanie Foster addresses each client’s concern over the small details and fine print in a divorce agreement with her extensive knowledge of family law. For example, a client may require a visitation agreement that deviates from the norm to meet a family’s demanding schedule. Stephanie Foster designs a “parenting time plan” that facilitates the mother or father’s access to their children.

Shelbie Bradley was born in Fort Worth, Texas and raised in Alvarado, Texas. She attended Alvarado High School and subsequently attended Tarleton State University where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and a minor in History, Criminal Justice, and English. She received her Juris Doctorate at Texas Tech University School of Law and has been licensed by the Supreme Court of Texas since 2018.. Ms. Bradley primarily practices family law and estate planning. She makes it a priority to diligently listen to her client’s needs, advocate to fulfill those needs, and maintains good communication throughout the entirety of each case.. Ms. Bradley currently resides in Fort Worth, Texas. She is a member of the Tarrant County Bar Association, she is active in local politics, and for fun she enjoys watching sports. She is an avid Texas Rangers and Dallas Cowboys fan.

Sean P. Schmergel has been consistently recognized as one the DMVs top divorce and family law attorneys, including by Washingtonian Magazine, Arlington Magazine, Super Lawyers and U.S. News's Best Lawyers. He has also achieved Martindale's highest AV rating. He co-founded Schmergel & Mersberger, PLC over 20 years ago and has continued to hone his legal practice before the local courts, developing a reputation as a zealous and thoughtful family law advocate. A resident of Northern Virginia for over 30 years, Mr. Schmergel holds a genuine concern for the legal matters that affect the members of his community, and he devotes his practice to helping families throughout the Northern Virginia jurisdictions of Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Prince William and Loudoun, as well as Washington, D.C., with all of their complex and emotional legal challenges.. Focusing exclusively on family law, Mr. Schmergel has achieved success advocating for those going through divorce or other family law cases, helping them with issues involving child custody and support, alimony, property division, and other related matters. He also delivers effective prenuptial and other marital agreements, assists with modifications and enforcements, and provides much-needed support for domestic abuse victims seeking protections for themselves and their children, or those wrongly accused and in need of a vigorous defense.. Mr. Schmergel has extensive experience settling cases through mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution, helping his clients resolve their conflicts and reach agreements without the need for costly, drawn-out litigation; however, as a highly-rated and seasoned trial attorney, he will not hesitate to fight hard on behalf of his clients in court when necessary. He has litigated many high-conflict divorce and child custody cases, including international custody disputes. As a father, Mr. Schmergel holds a particular concern for children caught in the divorce process as well as for those in abusive situations, and he serves as guardian ad litem for children throughout Northern Virginia.. A 1996 graduate of George Mason University with a Bachelor of Arts in government and politics, Mr. Schmergel returned to his alma mater and attended George Mason University School of Law. After obtaining his Juris Doctor in 2000 he was admitted to practice in Virginia and subsequently admitted in Washington, D.C., as well as to the bars of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and the United States Supreme Court.. Active in his legal community, he is the past president of the Alexandria Bar Association and is the co-chair of Alexandria’s Judicial Screening Committee, and he serves as Secretary of the Arlington Bar Association. He also chairs the Virginia State Bar’s District 4-II Disciplinary Committee. He is a member of the Family Law Sections of the Virginia State Bar and The District of Columbia Bar.

My goal is to provide excellent legal representation to my clients in a respectful manner.  I work to protect their rights, explaining what to expect in their particular matter.

Ms. Steinnerd received her Juris Doctor from Catholic University in Washington, D.C. While attending law school, Ms. Steinnerd worked as a Law Clerk for the National Law Center for Children and Families, and as a Clerk for the Hon. Odessa Vincent in the D.C. Superior Court. Ms. Steinnerd also participated in the D.C. Law Students In Court program, where she represented criminal offenders in the D.C. Superior Court system as a third-year student attorney. Ms. Steinnerd was also a member of Catholic University’s National Moot Court Team in Constitutional Law.. After attending law school in Washington, D.C., Ms. Steinnerd joined a family law firm that specialized in LGBT family law. This firm’s practice was located in Maryland, and provided Ms. Steinnerd with meaningful experience in all three jurisdictions of the Washington Metropolitan area. Ms. Steinnerd is a native Texan, and received her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University.. Ms. Steinnerd is a member of the National LGBT Bar Association, Virginia State Bar, the Family Law Section of the Fairfax Bar Association, the Maryland State Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar Association, the Montgomery County, Maryland Bar Association, the Prince George’s County, Maryland Bar Association, the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, and the Virginia Women’s Attorney Association.

Mr. Nguyen earned his B.A. in History from the University of Texas at Arlington and his J.D. from the Southern Methodist University. He is a licensed member of the Texas Bar. He provides advice to clients in the areas of Family Law, Auto Accidents/Person Injury, Bankruptcy, and Business Counseling.

Lauren Gaydos Duffer is Co-Managing Partner of Gaydos Duffer, P.C. Lauren grew up in Arlington, Texas. She is the daughter of Joanne Gaydos and Larry Gaydos, a prominent attorney formerly with Haynes and Boone, L.L.P., and her current Partner at Gaydos Duffer, P.C. Lauren is married to Ronnie Duffer, the owner of Tri Star Pools in Aledo, Texas and the mother of two adventurous, smart and talented sons, Blake and Brody.. Lauren received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech Communications from Baylor University. Lauren was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority at Baylor University. After graduating cum laude from Baylor University, Lauren returned to the Dallas/Fort Worth area and received her law degree from Southern Methodist University (SMU) in Dallas.

I’ve chosen the areas of law for my practice which allow me to help everyday people with their legal problems in the way I would want to be helped if I were in their position. Litigation, in particular, is extremely stressful and very costly. Sometimes, it is the only way to resolve the issues at hand, other times it is not. With that in mind, I work to help my clients look at their situations in different ways and together, approach the case/matter by comparing the client’s goals with the available processes. This approach frequently allows my clients to resolve their legal matters to their satisfaction, in a way they had never considered and with a sense of peace.

I've had the pleasure of working in a town that was once small and is now medium sized, and having contributed to its growth over the last two and a half decades.  I truly enjoy the practice of law and helping my clients deal with the issues they encounter.

I'm a straight-talking father of great kids - both my own and my stepchildren.  I've been through divorce and know the heartache, frustration, and uncertainty that goes along with the process.  My own experience has informed me and provided perspective into my clients' lives and situations.  I hope you don't need me ... but if you do need me, you really need me, because at that point things aren't going to get resolved without the intervention of the court.  If you're in that situation, I'd be honored to help you get to the other side and protect your children and your finances.  Getting you a postive resolution is my duty.  I invite you to call me.

I view the role of an attorney as a problem solver. When I represent a client, I want to get them the best result I can under the circumstances of their case while working to minimize any potential difficulty or loss that could accompany an adverse finding. I work closely with each client to prepare a tailored presentation of their case to each decision-maker to increase the chances of a favorable outcome.. Kara Lee and I joined forces and started our own firm because we share the same core principles when representing clients. We believe that combining our experience in family law and criminal defense litigation creates a synergy that helps us efficiently and compassionately represent our clients to get them the outcomes they deserve. Kara and I work closely together to add value to each client’s case by sharing different perspectives on issues that arise during litigation. We work hard to resolve current issues and plan for future ones so that our clients’ interests are well-served and well-protected.. Few firms in Northern Virginia handle both criminal defense and family law litigation issues in-house. At Lee Lopez Law Kara and I provide a one-stop legal solution for criminal and traffic defense and family law litigation needs. If you are ready for a new type of attorney-client relationship, contact Lee Lopez Law PLLC today to find out the difference a great team can make.

I have dual Specialty Certifications in both Family Law and Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. One of less than. 50 Attorneys of the 70,000 in Texas have this dual certification!. I have received the AV Preeminent rating in MartindaleHubbell, a peer-review rating that is widely considered to be the most sought after recognition in the legal profession.. Served on City of Southlake Planning and Zoning Commission in late 1980's, elected to Carroll ISD Board of Trustees, 1991-2000, serving as Board President during last 3 years. Charter member of Carroll Education Foundation, Teen Court.. Married 44 years to Ann, 2 children Stephanie and John, both Carroll ISD and OU great grandchildren.. Currently serving as Board Member for Bob Jones Nature Center in Southlake, Tx.

I an associate family law attorney with The Family Law Firm of Donna J. Smiedt. I received my juris doctor and graduated cum laude from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and am a member of the Dallas Bar Association, Dallas Association of Young Lawyers, Tarrant County Bar Association, and the State Bar of Texas. I handle all types of family law cases, including: adoptions, child custody disputes, CPS litigation, child support issues, divorces, grandparents’ rights, premarital agreements, spousal support, and visitation rights.

I am married with two chilfdren. I enjoy reading, studying law and spending time with my family.

I am a board-certified family law specialist and have been practicing for over 30 years. I limit my practice to complex family law litigation, including complex property division, tracing and characterization case, prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements and custody litigation. I generally limit my practice to Tarrant County, Texas but have also practiced extensively in Dallas, Denton, Collin , Parker & Johnson counties over the years.

Gosselin Law is a full service trust planning, probate, and elder law firm serving all of Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Services include Medicaid planning; asset protection; probate administration; estate and tax planning; real estate and title insurance; guardianship and trust administration. Our primary office is located in Arlington, Massachusetts. Free telephone case evaluation. Call.. ---. Serving Massachusetts and New Hampshire, Mr. Gosselin manages one of the most dynamic elder law practices in the region.  He offers free case evaluations and his hourly rate is $675. per hour.. Attorney Gosselin's practice counsels seniors with long term care concerns and requiring elder law advice, ranging from emergency assistance with mental health matters (including guardianship) to Medicaid applications and appeals.. In addition to probate administration and elder law, Attorney Gosselin also manages a very successful real estate practice.  He has acted as counsel or closing agent in over twenty-five thousand real estate transactions and his firm regularly advises parties on purchase and sale agreements, mortgages, and financial and title disputes.. Attorney Gosselin lectures extensively on elder law. In addition to being called upon as a legal expert for such publications as Aging Well, The NRMLA Journal, The Boston Globe and others, Attorney Gosselin is part of the adjunct faculty at Suffolk University's Sawyer Graduate School of Management as a Professor of Finance. He offers in-service and continuing education courses to social workers and registered nurses.

Family Law is my passion and making sure you get your fair share is my goal.  Going through a divorce and/or child custody case is scary but it doesn't have to be.  For an attorney that will listen to you and diligently work to achieve your goals; a lawyer that is always available to respond to your concerns and calls; a lawyer that will shoot straight with you by giving you answers that are truthful rather than responses you want to hear, call the Law Office of Leigh Ann Schenk today!. I am Vice President (2018-2020) and have been an Executive Director of Childrens' Charities of Fort Worth aka Fort Worth Margarita Society, a nonprofit charity, for the past 18+ years.. I am Leigh Ann Schenk and I want your business and will work hard for you!

David is Board-Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.  He is well-known throughout Tarrant County for his success in handling complex and high asset divorces.  He is also one of a select few lawyers practicing Collaborative Law.  In child custody cases, David is focused on getting the results that are in the best interest of the child(ren) while protecting parents' rights. David effectively represents his clients  in any Family Law area including adoption, enforcement, modification and paternity. David will attempt to work out the case amicably but will not hesitate to go to trial if necessary.. David also provides personal and compassionate representation in Personal Injury cases.  When you are a victim of an accident or negligence, you need to act immediately to get the maximum compensation to which you are entitled.  David has obtained successful outcomes for cases regarding car or semi-truck accidents, defective products, slip and fall and medical malpractice.. David is also experienced in Wills, Probate and Guardianships.  If you are the executor of an estate, David can naviage the probate system on your behalf.  If you desire to put your affairs in order with a simple will, will with trust, power of attorneys (medical and financial) or living trust, David has the experience you need.

Claudia Zucker has been the owner and operator of the Law Office of Claudia Zucker, located in Arlington, Virginia, since 1992. Her practice focuses primarily on the family related issues of divorce, custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, military divorce and pensions, modification of existing orders, and immigration related divorce issues.  Claudia represents both men and women in a wide variety of complex divorce issues.  She handles complex division of asset cases, military divorce, highly contested custody issues, and divorces involving immigration complications.  Prior to focusing on domestic law issues in 1998, Claudia focused primarily on immigration issues and was an immigration practitioner for over 17 years, she has a deep understanding of the implications of divorce as it relates to immigration concerns.  Claudia also has experience in handling cases involving jurisdictional disputes between different states and different countries, as well as international custody disputes.  She is knowledgeable on issues related to The Hague Convention and international child abduction.  Claudia has handled cases for clients of almost every nationality. Her international clients have given her opportunity to gain an understanding of cultural related issues that may affect the issues involved in your case.  She also has gained a working knowledge of other countries’ laws that may help you in a jurisdictional dispute.

Brianna Salerno is a lead senior associate attorney at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. Ms. Salerno works in the firm’s office in Arlington, and represents clients in Arlington, Alexandria and all across Northern Virginia.. An attorney since 2010, Ms. Salerno has litigated every type of family law case in the courts of Northern Virginia, including divorce, custody, support and high value equitable distribution cases. She also is one of the firm’s leading authorities on the division of federal or military retirement benefits in divorce.. Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Ms. Salerno graduated magna cum laude from The George Washington University before graduating in the top third of her class at George Mason University School of Law.. Ms. Salerno was included in the 2022 and 2024 editions of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for her work in Family Law. She has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star every year since 2019. Ms. Salerno currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia.. Brianna Salerno resides in Alexandria.

Breanne W. Martin is a graduate of Seattle University’s joint degree program in which she obtained a Law Degree and a Master of Business Administration. In recognition of her scholastic achievements, Breanne received Dean’s List honors and the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for legal writing. Breanne served as a contributing writer and editor for the Seattle Journal for Social Justice and was an active member of the Student Bar Association, Graduate Student Council, and Women in Business Association.. Prior to attending Seattle University, Breanne graduated cum laude from Portland State University earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing and advertising and a minor in communications.. Prior to joining Bailey, Duskin, Peiffle & Martin, P.S. Breanne gained valuable experience while serving as an intern with the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, King County Superior Court, and King and Snohomish County law firms.. In her spare time, Breanne enjoys traveling, camping, cooking, attending sporting events, and spending time with her husband and two sons.

Andrew Tank is a partner at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. Mr. Tank works in the firm’s offices in Fairfax and Arlington, and represents clients in Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria and all across Northern Virginia.. Mr. Tank is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, equitable distribution, custody, visitation and support cases.. An attorney since 2007, Mr. Tank has firmly established himself as a leader in the Northern Virginia legal community. He has been an active member of the Virginia State Bar’s Young Lawyers Conference, serving as Program Chair for the Bar’s annual meeting from 2009 to 2012, and on its Nominations Committee for 2011 and 2012. From 2010 to 2013, Mr. Tank was a regular contributor to “Docket Call,” the Young Lawyers Conference’s quarterly newsletter, writing articles on family law topics. Finally, he was elected and served as a board member for the Fairfax Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section from June 2010 to June 2012.. Mr. Tank was born in Michigan but grew up in Alexandria, Virginia, less than a mile from George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate. Mr. Tank earned his law degree from the University of Richmond School of Law, where he graduated cum laude. Before law school, Mr. Tank graduated from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Science.. Mr. Tank holds the prestigious AV Preeminent rating (the highest possible rating) for ethical standards and legal ability from Martindale-Hubbell. Mr. Tank has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America for his work in Family Law every year since 2021. He has been named a Super Lawyer every year since 2021, after being named a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2015–2020. Mr. Tank also holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia.. Andrew Tank resides with his wife and two children in Alexandria.