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Geraldine Welikson Hess

Also known as Geraldine Pamela Welikson
Geraldine Welikson Hess

9.4

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 20% Alimony
    20 years
  • 20% Child Custody
    20 years
  • 20% Divorce / Separation
    20 years
  • 20% Child Support
    20 years
  • 20% Family
    20 years

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

  • Hess Family Law
    451 Hungerford Drive
    Suite 119-307
    Rockville, MD 20850
    Office: 240-389-4377
    Fax: 703-995-4803
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I am a thorough, innovative and tough litigator who explores and prepares for an amicable negotiation simultaneously while preparing for trial. I am an... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Fantastic!”

Posted by: a Family client, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: Geraldine saw me through a very contentious and protracted divorce and custody litigation. She was always well prepared, and organized. She made... more
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5 star rating

“Highly responsive and thorough in consideration of the financial and personal needs of myself and my children.”

Posted by: a Divorce client, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: After interviewing several attorneys, I chose Geraldine for her expert negotiating skills and "even hand". What Geraldine provided to me exceeded my... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

2 endorsements


Andrea Esther Hirsch

I endorse this lawyer. Geraldine is an experienced family lawyer, who is highly respected in the legal community. She is a skilled negotiator and... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Andrea Hirsch , Washington (DC), Over 1 year ago
Cheryl Lynn Hepfer

I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Geraldine on many complicated cases over the years. I have always found her to be thoughtful and creative.... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Cheryl Hepfer , Bethesda (MD), Over 1 year ago

Résumé

 

License

20 years since Geraldine Welikson Hess was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Dist. of Columbia Active 1994 01/04/2012
Maryland Active 1993 05/10/2013
New York Delinquent 1993 05/21/2011
Virginia Authorized to practice law 1993 11/29/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Partner at Law Office of Cheryl Hepfer 1992–2010
Contract Attorney at United States Department of Justice 1992–1992
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Washington University School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1992
University of Rochester Political Science BA - Bachelor of Arts 1987

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Super Lawyer Maryland Super Lawyers 2013
Best Lawyers U.S. News and World Report 2013
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Fellow, National and Maryland chapters American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers 2004–present
Charter Member Collaborative Divorce Association, Inc. Maryland
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 3
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0 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 3 Legal Guides
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Defending Your Financial Statement from Attack Family Law 101: Basics for the New Practitioner 2012
Depositions Expert Witness Skills 2011