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After many years of practicing family law, and having seen the emotional and financial damage that litigation can cause, I have chosen to focus my practice on healthier ways of resolving disputes such as Collaborative Law, mediation, negotiation, and settlement advocacy. While I represent individual clients, I also assist couples as a neutral mediator. I believe that by focusing on constructive settlement solutions, separating couples are much more likely to make mutually beneficial decisions while preserving valuable financial resources. Whether through Collaborative Law, mediation, or standard negotiation, I help my client stay focused on future goals rather than upon the pain of the past. Collaborative Law, in particular, affords couples the opportunity to make joint decisions which address the unique needs of their family with the skill and guidance of non-adversarial collaborative attorneys, and other allied professionals. I also represent clients in developing prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements. I am the Founding president of the Maryland Collaborative Practice Council and was the first Co-Chair of the Collaborative Law Section of the Montgomery County Bar Association.
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Acquired: 1999
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 1992
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State: Virginia
Acquired: 1994
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Collaborative Practice Center of Montgomery County, 51 Monroe Street, Suite 1901, Rockville, MD, 20850
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Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Darcy served as the mediator in our divorce. At the most difficult time in my life she was compassionate, supportive, and helped us reach an agreement and avoid litigation that would have been both costly and painful. Her office's welcoming, even cozy atmosphere is very symbolic of who she is, offeri...
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I had a relatively simple divorce and Darcy made it even easier. She was easy to communicate with: she was available to answer my questions even after hours or weekends. She explained the process, therefore I had no surprises. She's knowledgeable and drew my attention to details that I didn't conside...
Posted by John | March 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Darcy was wonderful during a difficult time during my divorce negotiations. As I tried to emotionally distance myself, I was able to see her take charge of the meetings and derive a fair and equitable agreement for all. Her competence was obvious. I was so glad I had been referred to her. She late...
Posted by Julie | February 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I reached out to Darcy to help me through this difficult time. She is exactly what I was looking for, professional, knowledgeable, responsive, caring and a person of integrity. It was important to me that my divorce was handled amicably and with no drama and I could not be more grateful, not only for...
Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Darcy Shoop provided clear and sound legal advice and excellent guidance through the separation and divorce process. This advice was extremely helpful for drafting a parenting agreement that was acceptable for both parties, which allowed for an amicable ending. I also appreciated her straight forward...
"I highly endorse Darcy. She is an excellent lawyer, a leader in collaborative divorce and a pleasure to work with . She is a great problem solver in all cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. Darcy fights hard, but fair, for her clients. She is results-oriented and tries to get cases resolved before resorting to costly litigation."
"Darcy is experienced and knowledgable in family law in general, but she has an excellent reputation for her work in Collaborative Law in particular. She is a pleasure to work with. I endorse her highly."
"Darcy is a leader in collaborative law in Maryland. While always ensuring that her clients are fully protected, she works to resolve cases in a respectful fashion that focuses on what is best for the family."
"Darcy Shoop has been my opposing counsel on numerous cases. She is a zealous advocate who cares deeply for her clients. She is a leader in the field of collaborative divorce."
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2019
Top Divorce Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Top 50 Women and Top 100 in DC and Maryland, Super Lawyers
2018
Top Divorce Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Top 50 Women and Top 100 in DC and Maryland, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 50 Women and Top 100 in DC and Maryland, Super Lawyers
2017
Top Divorce Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Top 50 Women and Top 100 in DC and Maryland, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Divorce Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Top 50 Women and Top 100 in DC and Maryland, Super Lawyers
2015
Top Divorce Attorney, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Washington D.C. Lawyer of the Year: Collaborative Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Top 100 Lawyers in Maryland, Super Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyer Collaborative Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2013
Top 25 Divorce Lawyers, Bethesda Magazine
2013
Top 50 Women Lawyers in MD and DC, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Lawyers in DC and MD, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Section Co-Chair of the Year, Collaborative Law Section, Bar Association of Montgomery County
2013
Top Divorce Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2012
Super Lawyers in Maryland, Super Lawyers
2012
Best Lawyer for Collaborative Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Top 50 Women Lawyers in Maryland, Super Lawyers
2011
Top Divorce Lawyers, Washingtonian Magazine
2011
Top 25 Women Lawyers in Maryland, Super Lawyers
2011
Top 50 Women Lawyers in Washington D.C., Super Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyer Collaborative Law: Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Maryland Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2010
The Best Lawyers in America (MD) Collaborative Law, Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2010
The Best Lawyers in America (DC) Collaborative Law, Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2010
Top 25 Women Attorneys in Maryland, Super Lawers
2010
Top Divorce Lawyer Montgomery County, MD, Bethesda Magazine
2010
Top 50 Women in the D.C. Area, Super Lawyers
2009
Top 1% of Attorneys in Washington D.C. Area - Family Law, Washingtonian Magazine
2009
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Top 88 Divorce Lawyers in D.C. area, The Washingtonian Magazine
2009
Top 25 Women Lawyers in Maryland, Super Lawyers
2009
Top 50 Lawyers in Maryland, Super Lawyers
2008
AV Rating, Martindale Hubbell
2008
Recognized for Collaborative Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2008
Maryland Super Lawyers - Collaborative Law, Super Lawyers
2007
Top Divorce Lawyers, Washingtonian Magazine
2007
Maryland Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers - Collaborative Law
2007
Recognized for Collaborative Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2004
Top Divorce Lawyer, Bethesda Magazine
2009 - Present
Member, Darcy A Shoop, LLC
1994 - 2009
Principal, STEIN SPERLING BENNETT DE JONG DRISCOLL GREENFEIG PC
2009 - Present
Divorce Round Table of Montgomery CountyMember
2006 - Present
Maryland Collaborative Practice CouncilFounding President, Board
2004 - Present
Collaborative Divorce AssociationFounding President, Board
2004 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
1999 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
1994 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
1992 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
Member
2011 - 2013
Collabortive Law Section, Montgomery County Bar AssociationCo-chair
2007 - 2011
Tri-State Task Force on Collaborative PracticeMember
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
Defining Advocacy in the Collaborative Process
2013
Collaborative Law and Mediation
2010
Defining Advocacy in the Collaborative Process
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