Domestic Partnership lawyers in Maryland Alan Fishbein to Ronald D.

Explore Maryland attorneys like Alan Fishbein, Anne Debelius LoPiano, Bibi Berry, Brenda Fishbein, Cecile C. Weich, David C. Gardner, David N. Portney, and Ronald D. Jacobs. in cities like Ellicott City, Bethesda, Chester, Baltimore and Rockville. These attorneys specialize in Domestic Partnership in Zip codes like 21043, 20832, 20852.
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Alan Fishbein

Firm: Fishbein & Fishbein Pa
8156 Main St , Ellicott City , Maryland 21043
Practice Areas: Construction , Criminal Defense , Domestic Partnership, Personal Injury, Family, Family, Family
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“ttle. In the end it cost me money, but I got the custody arrangements, business ownership, and ever”
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“In the years I have known Alan, professionally, I have try to replicate, in my practice, his preparedness in representing his clients. They say the devil is in the details. If that…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Joseph Paradiso

7910 Woodmont Avenue , Bethesda , Maryland 20814
Practice Areas: Civil , Domestic Partnership, Family , Mediation, Family, Family
Joseph C. Paradiso is a principal and founding member of the firm. He has been practicing law since 1978, with a concentration in family law in Maryland and Washington, D.C. Mr. Paradiso is a Fellow of the Maryland Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and is a certified Mediator and Arbitrator. The Circuit Court of Montgomery County and the Superior Court of the District of Columbia frequently appoint Mr. Paradiso as the ADR mediator for domestic relations cases and as a Best Interest Attorney, (formerly Guardian Ad Litem). Mr. Paradiso is a frequent lecturer on various domestic relations topics. He was named among the top Family Law attorneys in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area by Washingtonian Magazine in 2000, 2004, and 2009 and has been named as a top family law attorney by the Maryland and D.C. Super Lawyers Magazine.. Law School: George Mason University, J.D., 1978. Undergraduate: American University, B.A., 1972. Memberships: Montgomery County (Member, Family Law Section) and Maryland State Bar Associations; District of Columbia Bar (Member, Family Law Section). Biography: Staff Member, George Mason University Law Review, 1977-1978. Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Moderator, Montgomery County Bar Association Family Law Section Programs: "Advanced Trial Techniques" (1994), "Advanced Domestic Relations Program" (1995) and "Rethinking Joint Custody" (1996), "What is the Big Deal with Collaborative Law and Why Should You Care?" (2006). Lecturer: Rita Rosencrantz Basic Family Law Training Seminar, 1994-. Mediator, Montgomery County Circuit Court Family Division Alternative Dispute Resolution Program, 1997-. Panelist, Montgomery County Bar Association Family Law Section Programs: "Successful Negotiation Techniques" (1999) and "Winning on Exceptions" (2001). Faculty, Maryland Institute of Continuing Professional Education of Lawyers "Marital Property Workshop" (2004). Facilitator: Montgomery County Circuit Court Family Division Differentiated Case Management, 1997-; Facilitator, Montgomery County Circuit Court Family Division for Pendente Life Issues, 1998. Reported Cases: Clark v. Clark, 485 A.2d 621 (DC App. 1984); Rogers v. Rogers, 565 A.2d 361 (Md. App. 1989); Das v. Das, 754 A.2d 441 (Md.App. 2000)
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“ssible to have a worse result without counsel.”
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Robin Taub

3 Bethesda Metro Ctr Ste 640 , Bethesda , Maryland 20814
Practice Areas: Domestic Partnership, Family , Mediation, Family, Family
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“am glad the situation is closed, I feel that the lawyer's approach was neither collaborative nor pos”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Paula Peters

Firm: Cynthia H. Clark & Associates
129 Lubrano Dr , Annapolis , Maryland 21401
Practice Areas: Civil , Domestic Partnership, Family, Family
Annapolis divorce lawyer and family law attorney serving clients throughout the state of Maryland.
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“She helped me through a very difficult situation and I came out very well.”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Nicholas C. Minshew

Firm: Paradiso, Taub, Sinay and Owel, P.C.
3 Metro Center 640 , Bethesda , Maryland 20814
Practice Areas: Domestic Partnership,Family
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“Mr. Minshew from start to finish gave me straight answers without wasting our time. He explained the "Rules of the Road" with clear advice in my time ...”
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“As an attorney myself, I was very selective in choosing who I wanted to represent me throughout my hotly contested divorce. Nick was someone I immediately bonded with. His knowledg…”
— Thomas Sporkin
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael Sinay

7910 Woodmont Avenue , Bethesda , Maryland 20814
Practice Areas: Civil , Domestic Partnership, Family , Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Family, Family
Michael P. Sinay is a principal of the firm and has a concentration in family law.Mr. Sinay handles all aspects of family law including divorce, custody, alimony, child support, property division, property settlement agreements, pre-nuptial agreements and domestic violence.  Mr. Sinay has vast trial experience and has tried cases in the Circuit and District Courts of Maryland and the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.  He has also argued before the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland.  Mr. Sinay has successfully negotiated hundreds of cases to full and final settlement for his clients.  He is trained as a Best Interest Attorney (formerly Guardian Ad Litem) and a Child Privilege attorney, and is frequently appointed to represent minor children by the Circuit Court of Maryland.Mr. Sinay is admitted to practice law in Maryland (1994), the District of Columbia (1996) and the United States District Court for the District of Maryland (1995).. Law School: Ohio Northern University, J.D., 1993. Undergraduate: The Ohio State University, B.A., 1990. Memberships: Montgomery County Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section), Maryland Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section); American Bar Association; District of Columbia Bar Association.
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“Mike Sinay is an excellent lawyer who is very well experienced, intelligent, clear, firm and ethnica”
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“Mike is pragmatic, responsive, intelligent, and caring. He is a strong advocate for his client yet reasonable in his approach to the issues. Mike also is wonderful mediator and has…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Maureen Glackin

Firm: Sasscer, Clagett and Bucher
5407 Water Street   101 , Upper Marlboro , Maryland 20772
Practice Areas: Domestic Partnership,Probate
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“After meeting with Maureen she immediately did research on my case, gave me detailed information regarding the matter and I told her "I want you to ...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5

Marcia Coleman Fidis

Firm: Pasternak and Fidis, P.C.
Fairmont Building 1100   7735 Old Georgetown , Bethesda , Maryland 20814
Practice Areas: Divorce,Domestic Partnership,Estate Planning,Prenuptial Agreement,Probate ,Trusts,Wills
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Karen Alegi

Firm: Alegi Law LLC
6525 Olney Laytonsville Rd , Laytonsville , Maryland 20882
Practice Areas: Civil , Domestic Partnership, Wills & Living Wills
I am an honest and practical lawyer that cares about the outcome of my client's cases based on their best interests.  This means I strive to minimize costs to the client and practice in the most cost and time efficient manner.. I enjoy working with clients to resolve and address their legal needs.  I hope that my clients feel that we are forming a lasting business relationship, not just an attorney-client relationship.. I am active in my community and often speak at meeetings and sponsor local events.  Please contact me if you have questions or would like to discuss an upcoming event that I can sponsor or speak at.  Thank you for viewing my profile.
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“Karen is a top notch lawyer! Whether you have issues in Circuit Court, or you're in need of expert title processing, you'll be in good hands with Karen Alegi! She's courteous, know…”
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“Karen provides legal expertise, thorough analysis, reliability, commitment to clients, and offers creative approaches to problem solving, all with an innate sense of fairness and k…”
— Amelia Robinette
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Jessica Markham

Firm: Paradiso, Taub, Sinay and Owel, P.C.
7960 Old Georgetown Road #3b , Bethesda , Maryland 20814
Practice Areas: Domestic Partnership, Family , Family, Family
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 is the author of the American Bar Association book published March 2021, entitled “Representing Federal Employees and Their Spouses in Divorce: A Practical Guide.”. Ms. Markham also has an active mediation practice, helping parties to resolve both custody and divorce/property disputes as a neutral. Ms. Markham frequently serves as a court appointed custody mediator in the Montgomery County Circuit Court Child Custody/Access Mediation Program and as an Attorney-Facilitator through Montgomery County Circuit Court, Family Division Services. Ms. Markham has been approved by the Maryland Administrative Office of the Courts as a Circuit Court Alternative Dispute Resolution Practitioner mediator and serves on the roster of court-approved divorce/property mediators in Montgomery County. Ms. Markham also previously mediated in the Family Mediation Program, Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division of the DC Superior Court and in 2015 she participated in a study through the National Institute of Justice and Indiana University Maurer School of Law, mediating cases with parties reporting a high incidence of Interpersonal Violence, utilizing both shuttle and video-conferencing methods. Ms. Markham is also on the Court-Approved roster of ADR Facilitators in the DC Superior Court.. In 2018, 2019 and 2020 Ms. Markham was recognized by her peers for inclusion in "The Best Lawyers in America"© in the field of Family Law, for the Washington D.C. Area. The entire firm was ranked in the category of Best Family Law Firm in 2019 and 2020. Best Lawyers is a purely peer review publication.. Ms. Markham served on the Montgomery County Commission for Juvenile Justice, having been appointed by County Executive Ike Leggett and confirmed by the County Council in 2015.. Ms. Markham is honored to have been selected as a Daily Record 2016 Leading Woman. The Daily Record's Leading Women awards honor 50 women who are 40 years of age or younger for their accomplishments in their careers so far. A panel of previous winners selected the honorees based on their professional experience, community involvement and commitment to inspiring change.. Ms. Markham is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. The Fellows comprise a global honorary society of attorneys, judges, law faculty, and legal scholars whose public and private careers have demonstrated outstanding dedication to the highest principles of the legal profession and to the welfare of their communities. Established in 1955, Fellows support the research of the American Bar Foundation.. Ms. Markham has also received a Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating of AV Preeminent in the field of Family Law. Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings are ratings by legal peers reflecting Very High General Ethical Standards and Legal Ability (including Legal Knowledge, Analytical Capabilities, Judgment, Communication Ability and Legal Experience). In addition, Ms. Markham has been selected for inclusion as a "Rising Star" by Maryland SuperLawyers Magazine (2011-2019) and Washington DC SuperLawyers Magazine (2013-2019).. Since 2013, Ms. Markham has had the pleasure to serve as a Judge of various local mock trial competitions, including the Maryland State Bar Association Mock Trial Competition, George Washington University Mock Trial invitational and the American Law School invitational.. In law school Ms. Markham served as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Legal Intern for the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office where she focused on prosecution of juvenile misdemeanor and felony crimes.. Prior to the formation of the Markham Law Firm, Ms. Markham was an associate and then a principal in one of the area's top boutique family law firms.. Ms. Markham has volunteered her time with numerous legal organizations including Wills for Heroes and the Whitman-Walker Legal serving transgender and gender expansive adult and minor clients.. Honors & Awards:. Speaking Engagements/CLEs: Dividing Retirement Assets: From Private Employer Plans to Federal Pensions (American Bar Association, October 2020); Navigating Online ADR: Family Topics (Maryland Judiciary Mediation and Conflict Resolution Office, May 2020); Online Dispute Resolution- Moving Your Mediation Practice Online (Montgomery County Bar Association, April 2020); Retirement and Pension Benefits Issues – Federal, State, and Military (Montgomery County Bar Association, February 2020); Quick to Caucus (American Bar Association, April 2019; Montgomery County Bar Association, 2020); What the Heck is a QDRO and Why Do I Need One? (Montgomery County Bar Association, October 2016); Tips and Tricks for Drafting Retirement Provisions in Property Settlement Agreements (Montgomery County Bar Association, 2016); Litigating a Child Custody Case (Montgomery County Bar Association, 2016); The Legal Process of Separation and Divorce in Montgomery County (Montgomery County Women's Commission, 2012, 2015).. Bar Association, Professional Memberships: Solo/Small Firm Section Chair (Montgomery County Bar); Racial Justice Council, Community Outreach Committee (Montgomery County Bar); MSBA Membership and Content Committee; Montgomery County Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section); Women's Bar Association of Montgomery County (Treasurer 2014-2016, Board Member at Large 2016-2018); Maryland State Bar Association, Inc. (Member, Sections on: Family Law; Juvenile Law); DC Bar (Member, Family Law Section); Former Barrister Member, Montgomery County Inn of Court.
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“Hides court orders and files case indicating non-receipt of court orders, lies to judge about making”
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“Jessica is a strong advocate for her client while reasonable in her approach to the issues in dispute. She is creative with resolutions and open-minded to other ideas. I highly rec…”
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“Leah became my attorney when I faced serious, complicated charges. Leah guided me through the legal process, helping me to settle in mediation. I got to remain where I wanted to be…”
— Jana Doughty
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Anne Debelius LoPiano

3413 Olandwood Court   203 , Olney , Maryland 20832
Practice Areas: Divorce,Domestic Partnership,Estate ,Estate Planning,Family ,Non-Profit Corporations,Prenuptial Agreement,Probate ,Spousal Support,Trusts,Wills
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“Anne, as my collaborative lawyer, was very key in making my difficult divorce, after a 30 year marriage, as smooth and low-stress as could possibly be...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Jennifer Merrill

Firm: Merrill Family Law
PO Box 800 , Crownsville , Maryland 21032
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Civil , Divorce, Domestic Partnership, Family , Mediation, Spousal Support, Wills, Family
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“The worst lawyer experience imaginable ! My friend hired her to represent him in a divorce / family court trial and she total dropped the ball. She g...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5

Jeffrey Henry

Firm: Law Offices of Jeffrey B. Henry
7676 New Hampshire Ave , Takoma Park , Maryland 20912
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Domestic Partnership, Domestic Violence, DUI/DWI, Family , Felonies, Military , Parole and Probation, Paternity, Sexual Abuse, Spousal Support, Traffic Violations, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
Principal Owner, attorney, Law Offices of Jeffrey B. Henry, 2003-present, firm employed as many as 20 people at various times.. Criminal Defense Trial Attorney/Sports agent, 1999-2003, Robert A.  Ades & Associates, representing police officers, teachers, grocery store employees, secret service agents, diplomats and professional and college athletes. General Practice, 1998-1999, Capital Law Centers. County Attorney's Office, 1997-1999, Charlotte County, Florida. Legal Intern, Gallaudet University, 1992-1994. Admitted in 1997, Maryland 1999, U.S. District Court, District of Maryland. George Mason University Class of 1995J.D.. University of MarylandClass of 1990B.A.. Born in 1966Virginia. Spanish. Prince George County, Maryland State and Maryland Hispanic Bar Associations; Maryland Trial Lawyers Association.. Court Certified Civil Mediator, 2004-present.  Pro-Bono Volunteer, Bar Foundation, Montgomery County, Law Foundation, P.G. County, 1999-present.  Volunteer attorney coach, Largo High School Mock Trial Competition, three-time State Champions, 1999-2003.  Law Professor/Lecturer, National Louis University, 2000-2002, Johns Hopkins University, 2002, University of Maryland University College, 2000-2008
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“he would be attending and stopped communicating with me prior to the disposition of my case. Likewis”
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“I endorse this lawyer. He is thorough, knowledgeable and well-liked.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5

Frederick Kobb

Firm: Wright, Constable & Skeen, LLP
220 Bosley Avenue , Towson , Maryland 21204
Practice Areas: Civil , Domestic Partnership, Transportation , Family, Family
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“el into the courthouse( which is a block away from his office) but then gave the motion to compel to”
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“Frederick L Kobb is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent a…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

David N. Portney

Firm: Grossbart, Portney and Rosenberg, P.A.
1214   Blaustein Building , Baltimore , Maryland 21201
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy,Criminal Defense ,Domestic Partnership,Personal Injury
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“Life knocked me to my knees last year and David Portney extended his hand in the form of knowledge and legal expertise and lifted me back up. My husba...”
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“Great help!”
— DeAnna Jefferson
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5

David C. Gardner

Firm: The Law Offices of David C. Gardner
Jefferson Plaza Building   600 Jefferson Plaza M , Rockville , Maryland 20852
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Domestic Partnership,Personal Injury,Real Estate
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“Mr. Gardner's representation of myself and other family members over the years was not just about his ability, but how he expressed hardtruths, with s...”
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“I had difficulty finding an attorney who would take my case on. But Mr. Gardner did and I can’t thank him enough for seeing it through for me, which he did quickly and successfully…”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5

Cecile C. Weich

Firm: Cecile C. Weich
2927 Cox Neck Road East , Chester , Maryland 21619
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Divorce,Domestic Partnership,Family ,Sexual Harassment,Spousal Support
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“Thought I was getting a great lawyer for a divorce, she messed up everything and had to get another lawyer in the state I needed, which she should hav...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5

Brenda Fishbein

Firm: Fishbein & Fishbein PA
7226 Lee Deforest Drive , Columbia , Maryland 21046
Practice Areas: Construction , Criminal Defense , Domestic Partnership, Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation
Having been married for 45 years and having raised 3 children, I have a great deal of experience and insight into family dynamics and the pressures and issues families confront.  I use this experience and knowledge in assisting my clients to navigate the judicial process involved in numerous family law proceedings.  I take the time necessary to really listen to my clients as I seek to meet their needs, whether in divorce proceedings, estate planning, accident cases or business planning.
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“timely manner. As the case progressed, Brenda continually kept us abreast of any new or changing det”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Brenda is honest, competent and a true advocate for her client.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Bibi Berry

Firm: Paley, Rothman, Goldstein, Rosenberg, Eig and Cooper, Chartered
4800 Hampden Lane   Seventh Floor  2081 , Bethesda , Maryland 20814
Practice Areas: Divorce,Domestic Partnership,Domestic Violence,Family ,Prenuptial Agreement,Spousal Support
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“Bibi handled my divorce in 2012 and did an outstanding job. We stayed out of court and were able to reach an equitable settlement despite the less tha...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Ronald D. Jacobs

1200   11300 Pike , Rockville , Maryland 20852
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial,Domestic Partnership,Estate Planning,Real Estate ,Regulatory ,Taxation - State & Federal
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