Top Family Lawyers in ZIP 20650 | 3 available

Firm: The Law Office of D. Anne Emery & Associates, LLC

41670 Courthouse Drive, 2nd Floor , Leonardtown , Maryland 20650

Practice Areas: Family

Anne Emery created the firm in 2004 after retiring from the State's Attorney's Office for St. Mary's County. Over 18 years she prosecuted major felony cases (including murder, child abuse and rape), traffic cases (both minor and serious) and worked with DSS to establish paternity and enforce child support orders.. Ms. Emery is a graduate of the University of Maryland, a 1987 graduate of the University of Baltimore School of Law, and was admitted into the Maryland Bar in June of 1987. She is also a current member of the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, the Governor's Commission for Judicial Selection for St. Mary's and Calvert counties, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International, the Maryland State Bar Association and the St. Mary's County Bar Association. She previously served as President of the St. Mary's County Bar Association and has served on the boards of the St. Mary's Council on Children and Youth, and the Tri-County Youth Services Bureau.Ms. Emery has completed courses in the handling of domestic violence cases, contested custody matters, child abuse and computer crime. She currently handles cases involving: divorce/custody matters, protective/peace orders, criminal defense (felony and misdemeanor), DUI and other serious traffic matters, wills and estates, and business organizations.

Firm: Williams, McClernan, & Stack LLC

22715 Washington Street, Suite 201 , Leonardtown , Maryland 20650

Practice Areas: Family

Kathleen McClernan is a partner in Williams, McClernan, & Stack LLC. We're one of the only woman-owned law firms in the area. We're dedicated to supporting our community.  We offer the kind of personalized legal support and guidance you won’t get from larger firms. When you retain Williams, McClernan, & Stack LLC, our lawyers will meet with you to discuss the specifics of your situation and determine the best course of action. We’ll work with you every step of the way to make sure you’re getting effective legal representation.. She is the first female recepient of the Leadership in the Law Award, Generation JD in all of Southern Maryland. She was previously an Associate Attorney at a private law firm in 2013 after 6 years with the Office of the Public Defender. She served St. Mary's County as an Assistant Public Defender from 2007-2011 where she defended over 4,000 criminal and traffic cases in both the District and Circuit Courts. In 2011 she transferred to Washington County where she defended major felony cases (including murder, robbery, burglary, child abuse, sex offenses, etc).. Ms. McClernan is a graduate of the University of Arizona, a 2007 graduate of the University of Baltimore School of Law, and was admitted to the Maryland Bar in December of 2007. She is a current member of the Maryland State Bar Association, the St. Mary's County Bar Association, and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International. She is the former President for the St. Mary's County Bar Association and the current Mock Trial Coach for Leonardtown High School. She sits on the Board of Directors for the Center for Children and Community Mediation of St. Mary's County.. Ms. McClernan has completed courses in the handling of forensics, DNA, arson investigation, child abuse and safe examinations, mental health and competency issues, and social media issues.

Firm: The Law Office of Troy C. Hansen, LLC.

22835 Washington Street , Leonardtown , Maryland 20650

Practice Areas: Family

EDUCATION. JD Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg, PA                             Achievements: Published Member of the Administrative Law Journal of the PA Bar Association Intensive Trial Advocacy Program completed Academic Achievement Award in Commercial Contracts       MA Webster University                                                                                            Achievements: MA in Procurement and Acquisitions Management Level II Certificate in Government Contracting *Approved by DAU and DAWIA BS Radford University, Radford, VA                                                             Major:  Criminal JusticeMinors:  Psychology and Sociology. The Law Office of Troy C. Hansen, LLC. - Owner/AttorneyProcurement Law, Contract Law, Business Law. Criminal Law. Successful litigation and defense of the following criminal charges:. Domestic Law/Family Law. Estate Law. Small Claims. Immigration. Superior Court of Pennsylvania, Lewisburg PA/Court of Special Appeals, Leonardtown MDTitle:  Intern Clerk to the Honorable Judge Popovich/Honorable Judge Kenney Achievements: Analyzed briefs and official records in time critical environment; Researched legal issues and presented legal conclusions orally and in print; Drafted, edited, and finalized memorandum and published opinions; Completed 25 opinions of publishable quality in 6 weeks; Presented legal conclusions orally and in writing to judges and staff. Episcopal Bilingual School, San Pedro Sula, HondurasTitle:  English/Science Volunteer InstructorAchievements: Taught Middle School English and Science classes; Instructed adult English classes. • Member of the Maryland Bar — 06/14/05• Academic Achievement Award Contract Law — 08/16/04 • Certificate of Appreciation from The Honorable James A. Kenney, III - Court of Special Appeals of Maryland — 07/12/02• Certificate of Appreciation from Honduran Episcopal Church — 10/19/00• National Family Resiliency Center Certified Child Best Interest Attorney — 10/19/06. • Maryland Bar Association, Member • Patuxent Partnership, Member• Rotary Club, Member• St. Mary’s County Commission on the Environment, Member