Darlene Wright Powell

Darlene Wright Powell

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 40 years

Family Lawyer at Bowie, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

16701 Melford Blvd, Suite 400, Bowie, MD

About Darlene

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 35%

36 years

35%
DUI and DWI 25%

36 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 38 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1987

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 40 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Darlene Wright Powell, P.A.

16701 Melford Blvd, Suite 400, Bowie, MD, 20715

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Darlene Wright Powell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
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Posted by Denise | October 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My Go-To Attorney for All Things Legal

Darlene Powell is an amazing attorney. Her professionalism, commitment to obtaining favorable outcomes, and solid reputation among my family and friends make her the number one choice for all my legal matters. Over the years, Darlene has represented me in family law (divorce and child custody), per...sonal injury and landlord/tenant matters, keeping me motivated and informed along the way. If you want results from a seasoned professional, you need to contact Darlene Powell...the sooner, the better!

Posted by Marie | October 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dedicated and Responsive Advocate

There is no one I know who will fight harder for her clients with full knowledge of how the system works than Mrs. Powell. She is an excellent lawyer, with unquestioned integrity and drive on behalf of her clients. I would highly recommend her services to anyone who finds themselves in an unfortunate... situation. The final outcome of my case was in my favor and I attribute this to her experience, knowledge, and diligence. The professionalism and compassion that was shown during such an emotional time was so appreciated. I am very grateful to have been referred to the Law Offices of Darlene Wright Powell, P.A. and would definitely refer my loved ones to her office. Her office staff members very courteous as well and contributed to the great experience I had!

Posted by Kevin | September 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A credit to her profession

I have been a client of The Law Offices of Darlene Wright Powell, P.A. for over 17 years for representation in several different legal matters. Darlene is of the highest caliber and an absolute joy to work with. She has handled everything from obtaining a large settlement for me in an automobile acci...dent where I was struck by a bus to preparing my Articles of Incorporation to providing solid business and contract law advice. All were handled in a timely manner with the utmost professionalism and ease. Darlene is also highly regarded in the legal community; her reputation as mentor and advocate precedes her. The Law Offices of Darlene Wright Powell has my very highest of recommendation

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Darlene Wright Powell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Vanessa Kemmy

General practice lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edith Lawson-Jackson

Family lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Powell is very knowledgeable and extremely professional. It was a pleasure working with her on a domestic legal matter. Further, her client was very satisfied with the attention and level of competency displayed by Attorney Powell."

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Bruce Johnson

Family lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kimberly Glencer

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I recently worked with Ms. Powell in a custody/child support matter. Ms. Powell was very professional, and very knowledgeable in the area of family law."

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Kari Fawcett

Family lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Ms. Powell. She is highly competent, friendly and accessible. She is a credit to her profession."

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Rosalyn Otieno

Family lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is ethical and professional in handling matters."

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Brian Pendergraft

Litigation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Darlene has been fighting for her clients for over 25 years. She has provided mentorship and guidance to many young attorneys along the way. I'm proud to be one! She practices primarily in Prince George's County and is well known in the legal community. Choosing her to be your advocate is a wise decision!"

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Sahmra Stevenson

Family lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Professional and helpful to the case and clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Vanessa Kemmy

Business lawyer

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Kimberly Glencer

Family lawyer

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Brian Pendergraft

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Kari Fawcett

Family lawyer

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Rosalyn Otieno

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

5.0 of 5.0 Overall Client Rating, Lawyers.com

2018

5.0 of 5.0 Overall Client Rating, Lawyers.com

2017

5.0 of 5.0 Overall Client Rating, Lawyers.com

2016

5.0 of 5.0 Overall Client Rating, Lawyers.com

2015

Mock Trial- Judge, Bar Association

2015

Principiante II, Academia De Espanol Nicoya

2015

5.0 of 5.0 Overall Client Rating, Lawyers.com

2014

5.0 of 5.0 Overall Client Rating, Lawyers.com

2013

5.0 of 5.0 Overall Client Rating, Lawyers.com

2006

Mock Trial Coach, Eleanor Roosevelt High School

2003

Member of Citizens' Review Board, Appointed by Governor Ehrlich

2002

Member Prince George's County Management Oversight Panel, Appointed by Governor Glendening

1990

Trustee for Maryland Public Defender System, Appointed by Governor Schaefer

N/A

Commencement Speaker, Everest College

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Managing Attorney, Law Offices of Darlene Wright Powell, P.A.

1989 - 1994

Managing Attorney, Law Firm of Powell and Powell, P.A.

1989 - 1990

Contract Attorney, Maryland OPD

1987 - 1988

Associate Regional Counsel, Kaiser Permanente

1986 - 1987

Associate General Counsel, M-NCPPC

1986 - 1986

Attorney, Fidelity and Deposit Company

1986 - 1986

Lecturer (Summer 1986), University of Maryland School of Law

1984 - 1984

Legal Methods Assistant (Fall 1984), University Of Maryland School Of Law

Associations

2002 - Present

Cornell Alumni Admissions Ambassador Network

Member

1995 - Present

American Association for Justice (formerly the Association of Trial Lawyers of America)

Member

Prince George's County Bar Association

Member

Prince George's County Bar Association, Committee on Committees

Former Member

Prince George's County Bar Association, Continuing Legal Education Committee

Former Member

Bar Association of Baltimore City

Former Member- Publications Committee

Bar Association of Baltimore City

Former Member- Public Service Committee

Maryland State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Former Member- Public Service Committee

2014 - 2016

Community Crisis Services, Inc.

Member of Board of Directors

2003 - 2006

Citizens' Review Board for Children

Member

2002 - 2014

Cornell Alumni Admissions Ambassador Network

Chair

2002 - 2002

Management Oversight Panel

Member

1998 - 2002

Mission of Love, Inc.

Advisor/Board of Directors Member

1997 - 1998

Mission of Love, Inc.

Chairperson, Board of Directors

1990 - 1992

Maryland Public Defender System

Member of Board of Trustees

Sample of Legal Cases

Powell v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue

Case won resulting in IRS making nationwide changes in how it gathered change of address information for taxpayers.

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Education

1985

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations

BS - Bachelor of Science

N/A

Harvard Law School

Certificate

N/A

Academia de Espanol NIcoya

Certificate

Speaking Engagements

2019

Presented at Prince George's Community College

Wills and Estate Planning (Wills, Living Wills, Financial and Healthcare Powers of Attorney)

2015

Single Parents Group

Family Law

2015

High School Mock Trial Competition

Mock Trial Judge

2014

Ask-A-Lawyer Seminar

Family Law

2013

Training for Lawyers

Know Your Courthouse

2012

Maryland Partners for Justice Conference

Litigation

1986

Lecturer

Bar Exam Preparation Course

Publications

1985

The Daily Record Newspaper Contributing Writer

1984

The Daily Record Newspaper Staff Writer

1983

The Daily Record Newspaper Staff Writer

N/A

The Maryland Journal of International Law and Trade Articles Editor (Spring 1984)

N/A

Daily Record Newspaper Various legal articles

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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