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Marshall Yaap represents clients in domestic and international family law matters. His practice focuses on child custody, child support, divorce, property division, alimony, domestic violence cases, marital and premarital contracts, jurisdictional disputes under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA), and cases brought pursuant to the Convention of 25 October 1980 on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction. Mr. Yaap also represents clients in guardianship and conservatorship matters for children and adults. Additionally, Mr. Yaap represents clients in peace order matters, anti-stalking cases, and civil restraining orders.
Before entering private practice, Mr. Yaap served as a judicial law clerk at the Superior Court of the District of Columbia for retired Judge Odessa F. Vincent, Magistrate Judge Errol R. Arthur, and retired Magistrate Judge S. Pamela Gray. Prior to law school, Mr. Yaap worked for daily newspapers as a reporter and editor.
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Chat withState: Georgia
Acquired: 2025
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2013
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 2009
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7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1000W, Bethesda, MD, 20814
1325 G Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC, 20005
3350 Riverwood Parkway SE, Suite 1900, Atlanta, GA, 30339
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Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Yaap is an exceptional attorney who displays professionalism and expertise in his field. He takes the time to actively listen to his clients, ensuring he fully understands their needs and concerns. With his extensive knowledge of the law, Mr. Yaap is well-equipped to provide sound legal advice an...
Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I contacted Marshall Yaap and found him to be extremely professional, understanding and knowledgeable regarding my divorce. Mr. Yaap helped to make a difficult time as easy as possible. He responded to every concern and question quickly and with patience. I felt very confident having him represent me...
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Yaap represented me in a complicated family law matter. He was always responsive to phone calls and emails and answered my questions thoroughly. He was a great strategist, very detail oriented, and always thinking ahead. Mr. Yaap was a great listener who took the time to understand his clients...
Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
Marshall was super efficient and very knowledgeable about the information I requested. I will recommend him to any of my friends or family that end up in the difficult situation that, unfortunately, I am in.
Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I’ve consulted with Mr.Yaap and he provided excellent services, demonstrating professionalism and personal attention to all details of my case. He responded to every email and text that I had questions and concerns and I got answers. I would highly recommend Mr.Yaap and his firm.
"Marshall is an excellent advocate, extremely intelligent, and in tune with the needs of family law clients. I highly recommend and endorse Marshall."
"Marshall is a capable and compassionate attorney. He knows and understands the law and also understands the individual needs of his clients. He is extremely professional."
"Marshall is smart, practical, and efficient. He is a strong advocate for his clients, and a very professional colleague. It was a pleasure working on a case with him. He was creative and maintained a solid focus on helping his client and the family."
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
2026
The Best Lawyers in America® for Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2025
The Best Lawyers in America® for Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2024
Washingtonian Magazine Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2024
Maryland Super Lawyers 2025 List, Super Lawyers
2023
The Daily Record 2023 Family Law Power List, The Daily Record
2023
Maryland 2024 Super Lawyer List, Super Lawyers
2022
Maryland 2023 Super Lawyer List, Super Lawyers
2022
Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers 2023 List, Super Lawyers
2016
District of Columbia Courts Capital Pro Bono Honor Roll, District of Columbia Bar
2015
District of Columbia Courts Capital Pro Bono Honor Roll, District of Columbia Bar
2019 - Present
Principal, Offit Kurman
2014 - 2018
Attorney, Miles & Stockbridge P.C.
2012 - 2014
Attorney, Wendy H. Schwartz & Associates, PLLC
2025 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2022 - Present
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Maryland Chapter)Co-President, Board Member
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the District of MarylandMember
2014 - Present
United States District Court for the District of ColumbiaMember
2012 - Present
Montgomery County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
Member
2019 - 2022
District of Columbia Bar Family Law Steering CommitteeCommittee Member
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
B.A.
2020
Modification of Child Support and Alimony During Coronavirus Pandemic
2019
Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction
2023
2023
2023
2023
2023
2022
2022
2017
2016
English
Legal Answers
Can I get local support in DC to help me prove my marriage or clear up an issue w/ a marriage license?
26 Apr 2022
Can child support be adjusted even if the original separation agreement states a specific monthly amount?
14 Mar 2022
What is my course of action if ex suddenly moves to another state?
15 May 2018