Are you looking to resolve your family matter respectfully? Call Meg to find out more.
Excellent attorney...outstanding service!
- Pedro, a Family client
A competent and compassionate lawyer
- Stella, a Divorce client
Overview
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Fees
Retainer (Always)
Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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About Me
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Separation, divorce and family conflict create crisis situations in nearly every family. I
am a mediator, collaborative attorney and experienced litigator.... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
Pedro,
2011-06-23
8 months ago.
Client Review:
I highly recommend Meg to anyone who is looking for a sensible and fair separation/divorce; especially if there are children involved. Meg was at...
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Stella,
2011-02-10
12 months ago.
Client Review:
I had a big problem with my previous lawyer who was unprofessional on charges and billing. Also he dragged my case without good reason except to...
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Peer Endorsements
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Meg is a great family law collaborative attorney. She understands complex legal issues and is creative in problem solving. I recommend Meg to any...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Jennifer Fairfax
, Silver Spring (MD), 5 months ago
I highly recommend Margaret Oliver as a family law attorney and collaborative law practicioner. I consider her to be one of the top family law...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Kimberly Arn
, Columbia (MD), 8 months ago
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Résumé
License
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14 years since Margaret Hackett Oliver was first licensed to practice law.
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License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| Maryland |
Active
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1997 |
02/11/2009 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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Owner at
Margaret H. Oliver, LLC
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2010–present
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Minister of Music at
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
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1992–present
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Member at
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A.
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2001–2010
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Assistant State's Attorney - Head of Juvenile Division at
Office of the State Attorney - Baltimore County, Maryland
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1998–2001
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Education
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Graduated |
| University of Baltimore School of Law |
Law |
JD - Juris Doctor |
1997 |
| Boston University |
Music Education |
Teaching Certification |
1981 |
| Eastman School of Music - University of Rochester |
Music |
Master of Music - Vocal Performance |
1978 |
| College of Wooster |
Music |
Bachelor of Music |
1977 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| Maryland Super Lawyer |
Super Lawyers |
2012 |
| Heuisler Honor Society |
Heuisler Honor Society |
1997 |
| Magna cum Laude |
University of Baltimore |
1997 |
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Associations
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Association Name |
Duration |
| Board Member |
Howard County Women's Bar Association |
2009-present
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| President |
Howard County Collaborative Professionals, Inc. |
2008-present
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United States Supreme Court Bar |
2008-present
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International Academy of Collaborative Professionals |
2007-present
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Maryland State Bar Association, Family and Juvenile Law Section |
1998-present
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Maryland State Women's Bar Association |
1998-present
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Portfolio
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Reputation Level 7
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Cases
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Outcome: Agreement reached with the use of the collaborative team.
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Publications
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Publication |
Date |
| What's Yours Is Mine and What's Mine Is Mine |
Women's Journal |
2010 |
| The Ripple Effect: Collaborative vs. Court |
Women's Journal |
2009 |
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
Date |
| Team Approach in Collaborative Divorce |
Advanced Collaborative Training |
2011 |
| Separation and Divorce |
Second Saturday |
2010 |
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