Deborah Luxenberg
About Deborah
Biography
At Luxenberg Mediation & Family Law, LLC, I focus on mediation, collaborative law, alternative dispute resolution, settlement negotiations, prenuptial agreements, marital settlement agreements and related matters in D.C. and Maryland.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
51 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Maryland for 43 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1982
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013
Licensed in District of Columbia for 50 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1975
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 51 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1974
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018
Location
Luxenberg Mediation & Family Law, LLC
7217 Central Avenue, Takoma Park, MD, 20814-2548
Luxenberg Mediation & Family Law, LLC
1025 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC, 20036
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Deborah Luxenberg's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
16 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Advocacy
Posted by Norma | July 19, 2012 | Adoption
Our experience with Deborah could not have been better
My partner and I hired Deborah to do a second parent adoption after I gave birth to our daughter. Deborah got it done in record time - the order was signed on the day she turned 3 months - and persuaded the judge to waive the home sturdy. She really knows how to get things done.
Posted by Danielle | December 26, 2010 | Ethics & Professional Responsibility
Luxenberg: Fair, knowledgable and responsive
Debby is a strong advocate for her clients' positions, and is able to advocate without breaching ethical mores or even approaching that line. As an expert who works with many attorneys, sometimes only once, it's refreshing to see someone dedicated to the spirit and the letter of the law!
Posted by Lee | December 16, 2009 | Divorce & Separation
Client Review - Lee Holdsworth
Debbie and her partners conducted extensive research on my behalf in a divorce case. She continued to work with attorneys on the other side even though several different attorneys were involved. She utilized a variety of tactics that resulted in the other side not being able to witnesses which expedi...
Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2009 | Divorce & Separation
Sense and Sensibility!
Debby has a way with reason that makes sense- not only to me as a client- but to judges, and in my case- even the opposing attorney. She represented me in what everyone thought was going to be a nasty divorce. In the end, we were able to find a solution that worked for both my wife and I, and more ...
Deborah Luxenberg's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Ms. Luxenberg for over twenty years. I know her to a person and attorney of great skill and compassion"
"I have known Deborah Luxenberg for two decades; in my first encounter, we were opposing counsel and in the years since we have worked together on numerous cases, she has mediated and arbitrated cases for my clients, and we have done bar presentations together. I hold her in the highest regard for competence in her field, for service to her profession, for her impeccable ethical standards, and for her quality as a caring human being."
"Debbie Luxenberg is a superb lawyer who is recognized as such by her colleagues in the field of family law. Her clients know her and respect her legal skills, and her fellow lawyers, me included, have great respect for her legal acumen."
"I have known Deb Luxenberg professionally for more than 20 years. We have been on opposite sides on a number of cases and we have worked side by side on others. Deb has also been a mediator in other cases in which I have been involved. Deb is smart, honest, hardworking, creative, respectful and simply a pleasant person. She is thorough but not the point of excess. Deb is always well prepared, having put the time and effort necessary to properly deal with the matter at hand."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known this lawyer for at 20 years. We have been opposing counsel on several difficult cases and have worked together on others since then. She is not only highly competent but practices with the highest professional integrity."
"I strongly endorse Deborah Luxenberg. I have know Deborah Luxenberg personally and professionally for 33 years. I have always found her to be a woman of high integrity, tremendous caring and an extremely knowledgable leader in metropolitan DC on domestic violence and generally domestic relations. I have worked with Ms. Luxenberg since 1980. When I began to represent battered women and handle general domestic relations, everyone advised me to talk with Ms. Luxenberg because she was the most knowledgeable. I found this to be absolutely true. She taught me much about the all the intricacies of domestic relations as well as well as how to be a caring, diligent and highly responsible lawyer. With much personal sacrifice over the years, Ms. Luxenberg's passion on behalf of her clients led to the best representation possible. I highly recommend Ms. Luxenberg."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Deborah Luxenberg and I represented opposing parties in a divorce case that bristled with uniquely challenging financial and support issues. I had the opportunity to observe Ms. Luxenberg’s superior intellect, knowledge of family law and creative problem solving skills, which were exceptional, and absolutely confirmed the reputation that proceeds her. Ms. Luxenberg demonstrated the highest degree of integrity, professionalism and character throughout the case. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I've known Deborah for many years. She is an excellent lawyer. Any client of hers will be in good hands indeed."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Divorce and separation lawyer
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018.
Reciprocal - Suspension issued in PA, 2018
updated on 05/07/2018This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Pennsylvania.
Suspension issued in DC, 2016
updated on 05/07/2018Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Reprimand issued in MD, 2013
updated on 01/14/2014Reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
“This disciplinary action – my first in 38 years in practice – arose from a trust and estate matter mishandled by a former partner. I was only tangentially involved. Steps have been taken to ensure that the problem does not reoccur. I continue to limit my practice to family law.”
Honors
2014
Recognized 2008 - 2014, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Washington, DC, Metro Area Super Lawyers 1997 - 2014, Super Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Maryland Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2013
Recognized 1995-2013, Washingtonian Magazine's Top Divorce Lawyers list
2013
Recognized, Best Lawyers in America "2013 Edition"
2013
Recognized - Top Attorneys In Washington, D.C., Washington Post Magazine
2013
Recognized, Best Law Firms
2012
Recognized, Baltimore Sun "Best Lawyers Edition"
2012
Recognized, The Washington Post "Best Lawyers Edition"
2012
Recognized, The Washington Post Magazine, Best District of Columbia Attorneys
2009
Quality of Life, Bar Association of the District of Columbia
2009
Charles Horsky Award, Council for Court Excellence
2007
Recognized, Best Lawyers in America
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Founder, Luxenberg Mediation & Family Law, LLC
1994 - 2015
Founding Partner, Luxenberg & Johnson, PC
1975 - 1994
Founding Partner, Law Offices Of Deborah Luxenberg
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Education
1974
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
N/A
“What They Don’t Teach You in Law School”
N/A
“Custody and Visitation”
Languages
English