Bethesda, Maryland Divorce Lawyer
Listed in the Washingtonian as one of the best Divorce & Family Law attorneys in the DC Area
At the Law Office of Regina A. DeMeo in Bethesda, Maryland, I focus my family law practice on the following areas:
Marital Separation & Prenuptial Agreements
A prenuptial agreement clarifies the assets that will remain separate and those assets that will be considered marital or joint property between the soon-to-be husband and wife. It also allows the parties to address the issue of alimony in the event of a divorce. This eliminates a substantial amount of the bickering that can arise in the event of a divorce, and hopefully will promote a peaceful marriage. By contrast, a marital separation agreement is a contract the parties enter into after they are already married. Separation Agreements address the issues related to alimony, child support, custody, visitation, and division of assets and debts, which arise in the event of seperation or divorce. Both documents are proactive methods to provide a written and mutually agreed upon end to the marriage. In addition, the agreements save time, costs, and promote a more cooperative divorce process.
Custody/Divorce
The most important thing to have right away when dealing with custody and/or divorce cases is a clear sense of your rights and responsibilities. At the Law Office of Regina A. DeMeo, the initial consultation is simply dedicated to gathering sufficient information about your situation, so that I can inform you of your rights, your options, and give you an overview of the legal process. While I will not hesitate to aggressively defend my clients in court, I initially encourage a more cooperative and collaborative approach. A contentious battle over money, custody, and visitation is damaging to relationships beyond the divorce. I will serve as your advocate and seek common ground between you and your spouse to resolve the matter cost-effectively. However, as a divorce lawyer, I recognize that litigation in court is always a viable option if that is the only way to resolve the matter.
Mediation / Collaborative Divorce
As a seasoned attorney and trained mediator, I am experienced in bringing two parties together and coming to an agreement. Divorce is not an easy time in anyone's lives. Sometimes there is great rancor and dissension between the two parties. Pettiness and vindictiveness can play a part in decision-making. With a collaborative divorce, you can set your path for better post-marital relationships by resolving monetary and custody matters. There is no need to gamble your life and hope the judge's verdict will go your way. Take control of the situation and let me help you resolve matters in a collaborative setting.
For more information on family law or to schedule an appointment with a qualified divorce lawyer, please contact me.
Law Office of Regina A. DeMeo
4550 Montgomery Ave, Suite 760 North
Bethesda, MD 20814-3379
Phone: 301-951-1550
Fax: 301-951-1599
Se habla español
The Law Office of Regina A. DeMeo serves clients throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C., including Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, Potomac, Chevy Chase, and Montgomery County.
