Location 101: A Comparison of Grounds for Divorce in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia
When it comes to getting divorced in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. where you live can make a huge difference in what it takes to start a divorce case. Recently, …
Divorce Attorney Erin Kopelman Talks Voluntary Impoverishment in The Maryland Daily Record
A relatively new law has changed how courts handle divorce claims that a former partner is voluntary impoverished. “We had case law that talked about the concept of voluntary impoverishment, …
Divorce Attorney Erin Kopelman is a Top Vote Getter in 2024 Best of Bethesda Readers’ Poll
Divorce attorney Erin Kopelman has been recognized as a “Top Vote Getter” for best Family Law Practitioner in the 2024 Best of Bethesda Readers’ Poll. Erin, a principal at Lerch …
Ruth Katz Elected New Managing Partner and Board Chair at Lerch Early
Regional full-service law firm Lerch, Early & Brewer is pleased to announce that Ruth O. Katz has been elected managing partner and chair of the firm’s Board of Directors. Katz’s …
Lerch Early Attorneys Named to 2024 Maryland Super Lawyers List
Multiple Lerch Early attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2024 Maryland Super Lawyers and “Rising Stars” lists. Super Lawyers is a listing of outstanding lawyers from more than …
Four Lerch Early Attorneys Named to 2024 Maryland Super Lawyers “Top” Lists
2024 Super Lawyers has named estates/trusts attorney Frank Baldino, litigators Glenn Cooper and William Goldberg, and divorce attorney Erin Kopelman to its Top 100 Lawyers in Maryland list. Cooper also appears on …
Is ‘No Fault’ Divorce for Real? The Misnomer of No Fault Divorce
When you hear that you’re in a “no fault” jurisdiction, what that means for divorce purposes is that the state’s statute does not require any findings of fault in order …
Erik Arena, Glenn Cooper, Erin Kopelman & Lynette Kleiza Named Top Divorce/Family Law Attorneys by Washingtonian
Attorneys Erik Arena, Glenn Cooper, Erin Kopelman and Lynette Kleiza have been named to the 2024 Top Divorce/Family Lawyer list by Washingtonian, which notes these are the attorneys to see …
D.C. Recognizes Pets as “Family” in Divorce – What Does That Mean For Your Furry Dependents
Many pets already have a place in family photos and a spot on the bed. Now, they’re considered more than just property in the District of Columbia divorce cases. In …
Bethesda Magazine Names 16 Lerch Early Attorneys in 2023 “Top Attorney” List
Bethesda Magazine surveyed more than 1,900 attorneys who practice in Montgomery County asking them to name the attorneys they would recommend in 27 practice areas. Sixteen Lerch Early attorneys were …
Prenup 101: Protecting Your Rights and Assets
Many of my clients worry about raising the idea of a prenuptial agreement with their fiancé/fiancée because of the anticipated response and what it “says” about their relationship. Whether or …
Navigating the Holidays While Separating or Divorcing
The holiday season is often a joyous time for family, friends, loved ones, traditions, vacations, and New Year’s resolutions. It can also be hectic and nerve-wracking. For those considering or …
