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Family Law is personal, emotional and unlike many other areas of law. You have probably noticed that I do not have a picture of me in a suit or the traditional attire one expects to see. It is important that my clients see me, feel comfortable and understand they can share. No judgment. Coming into a stranger's office and revealing your private hurts and challeges is difficult. I believe it is important to meet my clients where they are which enables me to represent them zealously and professionally. Your attorney is handicapped if you are unable to share the truth.
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 2000
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
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Posted by Phyllis | January 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Attorney Tomlin
Attorney Tomlin helped me with my divorce, she was very comforting in my time of need, very encouraging, help to keep my spirits up. She is good at what she does and I really appreciate her not only as an attorney but as a person. I would just like to say if anyone needs a great family attorney in t...
Phyllis thank you for putting your trust in my firm, in and out of court. Your girls have been able to watch you grow strong and overcome disappointment. That example will remain with them long after you have left this earth. Great job!!!
Posted by Darrin | January 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding Divorce/Child Custody Work
So I found myself in need of a divorce attorney. I never hired an attorney and I was overwhelmed and, I admit, scared at the thought of the entire divorce process. I called you up and we had a frank and open discussion. You calmed me down and gave me a better understanding of what to expect and wh...
Darrin we had a major roller coaster ride but we made it successfully to the end. The ups and downs were definitely worth the final result. Thank you for listening and doing the hard work to get us there.
Posted by Clint | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Great Father's Advocate
My son was a few months old. For no good reason, his mother, who I was no longer in a relationship with, did not want me to be alone with him. And she did not want to even consider developing a parenting plan. My hands were tied. We reached an impasse and, go figure, she sued me. In court documents, ...
Thank you for such a heartfelt review. I enjoyed working with you and I knew you would be an awesome hands on father.
"Ms. Tomlin is very professional, polite, and also well-versed in family law. She is prompt with all business matters and is personable. I would be honored to have the opportunity to work with Ms. Tomlin again."
"Valeria is caring and responsive and very knowledgeable about her subject area. Other attorneys I know have complimented her work and I do as well. I do not practice in the same area so I have relied upon her when I have questions about family law matters. She has always been helpful to me in providing the correct advice regarding her areas of expertise. I would not hesitate to refer my clients to her because I know the commitment she has to her clients."
"Good with Judges and opposing counsels. Good at getting the right results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Tomlin is well-skilled in her chosen avocation of law. She is a quick, analytical thinker who is very professional, respected by peers and dedicated to service of her clients as well as the legal community."
"Ms. Tomlin is a very skilled attorney. She is very dedicated and detailed in her approach to handling her cases. She is always professional and a strong advocate for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Valeria Tomlin is very skilled trial lawyer with excellent negotiation skills as well. I find her to be prepared, knowledgeable and professional; even in highly contentious cases. Hiring Ms. Tomlin is an excellent decision for anyone going through a divorce or child custody matter. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Ms. Tomlin's commitment to her clients. She is a strong advocate."
"I had the pleasure and challenge to work with Ms. Tomlin. I found her to be an extremely knowledgeable attorney, I certainly learn a few things from her. She was friendly and amiable at negotiations and settlement, and very aggressive in litigation. She is all you can hope for in an attorney, particularly in a family law matter. I proudly endorse her and recommend her, as I have done several times in the past."
"From one attorney to another, Valeria Tomlin is a ROCK STAR. She has a great personality and is very easy to work with. I have served as opposing counsel on cases and co counsel on others. The practice of law is challenging. So it is always helpful to work with someone who puts her clients' interests first to obtain the best result possible. I would recommend Attorney Tomlin strongly if you want exceptional and zealous representation. Moreover, Attorney Tomlin is regarded highly among her colleagues and known to work well with others."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred my clients and other persons to Valeria Tomlin regarding domestic matters because she provides excellent and effective legal representation. I have had those same referrals, refer Ms. Tomlin to others, because of their own satisfaction, which many of those referred also have experienced. If you need aggressive, passionate representation, Attorney Tomlin does not waiver."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Commission Reprimand issued in MD, 2024
updated on 08/26/2024
Indefinite Suspension issued in MD, 2011
updated on 01/11/2017Suspended indefinitely means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for an unknown period of time. The attorney will need to re-apply for admission to the Bar if he or she intends to resume practice in the future.
“My suspension was unrelated to the practice of law and precipitated by another attorney NOT a client. I exercised poor judgment on one occasion and for that I was sanctioned. At NO point did I ever jeopardize my legal clients. As a result I have taken full responsibility for my actions. In October 2011 I agreed to a thirty day suspension and used that time to reflect. I now take two, 30-day admin periods each year to regroup and recharge to better serve my clients. I resumed in November 2011.”
2019
Top 10 Family Law Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2017
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 10% in Maryland, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Clients' Choice, Avvo
2016
10 Best Client Statisfation, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2001 - Present
Partner, Tomlin Law Offices, LLC
2000 - 2001
Associate, McCollum and Associates, LLC
1999 - 2000
Judicial Law Clerk, Baltimore City Circuit Court
2001 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
Former President
Defendant was awarded shared custody.
Shared physical and legal custody
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
English
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How do we do an offer of compromise in State of MD for arrears? Is this something done thru mediation, lawyer, and/or court?
18 Jan 2017
Can a teen mom get sole custody Does teen dad pay for child support or his parent pay for him.. he 14 I'm 16. We live in MD.
17 Jan 2017
Adoption of a child
15 Jan 2017