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Deidra Nicole Proctor
About Deidra
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
70%
23 years | 65 cases
Litigation
30%
25 years | 34 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Maryland for 25 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2000
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022
Location
Law Office of Deidra N. Proctor
9701 Apollo Drive, Suite 301, Largo, MD, 20774
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Deidra Nicole Proctor's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by Tamitha | May 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Pleased with service and will hire again
Ms. Proctor was very deliberate in her communication with me and always kept me aware of next steps. Ms. Proctor also provided me ample opportunities to express my feelings and concerns during my divorce process with no judgement. I am very pleased with her representation.
Posted by Nique | May 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Relocation case
Ms. Proctor handled my divorce and custody relocation case. I spoke with several lawyers before hiring her, none of them believed in my case. After speaking to her, she gave me hope. She handled my case extremely well considering the nature of the case. She answered my questions, concerns, worries wi...
Posted by Shantell A. Lewis-Bush | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Pleased
Ms. Proctor was very much concerned about getting the best results for me and children. She was very concerned about my peace of mind during this very stressful process. I was pleased with my final judgement.
Posted by Ellen | March 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
I loved it !
I am very happy with my final results I got just what I was looking for in my child support agreement and primary custody on my terms , she was very confident made me feel good about my case .
Posted by anonymous | November 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney
excellent services
Ms. Proctor helped me with any questions or concerns I had before, during and after the proceedings. She was very knowledgeable and a great representative during the process. Thanks so much
Deidra Nicole Proctor's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Deidra Proctor demonstrates a practical and insightful approach in her comments. I am impressed with her ability to help those with legal dilemmas to see not only the legal options but the practical options. Many attorneys focus on the legal aspects of a case, forgetting that law must embrace the real-life aspect of legal solutions also, and this appears to be one of Attorney Proctor's many strong points. If you are looking for a great attorney to help you with your case, you need look no further."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.
Disbarment issued in MD, 2022
updated on 01/06/2023This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Maryland Attorney Grievance Commission to understand the reasons for this disbarment.
Honors
2017
National Black Lawyers Top 100, National Black Lawyers
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Deidra N. Proctor
2000 - 2001
Attorney, Swidler Berlin Shereff Friedman
Associations
2013 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Association of Public Charter School AttorneysMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Employment Discrimination
Settled
Child Support Client - Former Spouse Unemployed
Court Order for former spouse to pay full amount of monthly support obligation in addition to all arrears for months when no payment was made
Divorce Client Settles After Protracted Litigation
Judgment Resolving All Issues
Security Deposit Withheld by Management
Settled Case for three times the amount improperly withheld, plus attorney's fees
Personal Injury - Auto Accident
Settled Case in Excess of Client's Expectations
Education
2000
Georgetown University Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Morgan State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Quarterly Meeting
Legal Updates for Older Working Americans
2011
Monthly Meeting
Legal Issues for Older Working Americans
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How can I appeal the court's denial of my motion for continuance?
20 Aug 2015
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Sports and Visitation
16 Nov 2014
Q&A
Is it advisable to file interrogatories in a limited divorce case? Can this also be used in an absolute divorce case as well?
05 Jun 2014