Marshall Emery Yaap

Marshall Emery Yaap

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bethesda, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1000W, Bethesda, MD

About Marshall

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for < 1 year

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2025

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 12 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2013

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 16 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Offit | Kurman

7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1000W, Bethesda, MD, 20814

Offit Kurman, P.A.

1325 G Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC, 20005

Offit Kurman, P.A.

3350 Riverwood Parkway SE, Suite 1900, Atlanta, GA, 30339

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Marshall Emery Yaap's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding 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...d guidance. He pays great attention to detail, leaving no stone unturned in his pursuit of achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients. Overall, Mr. Yaap is a highly competent and dedicated advocate who is committed to serving his clients with integrity and diligence.

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent 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...' concerns and goals. Most importantly, Mr. Yaap recognized that family law matters can be stressful and was always calm and compassionate. If you are looking for an experienced, zealous, and ethical advocate to help you navigate divorce and/or custody, I highly recommend Mr. Yaap.

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Highly recommended!

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney, honest and trustworthy

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.

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Marshall Emery Yaap's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Marshall
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Leah Ramirez

Family lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marshall is an excellent advocate, extremely intelligent, and in tune with the needs of family law clients. I highly recommend and endorse Marshall."

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Rebekah Sullivan

Family lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Melissa Kucinski

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Leah Ramirez headshot
Leah Ramirez

Family lawyer

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Rebekah Sullivan

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Melissa Kucinski

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Principal, Offit Kurman

2014 - 2018

Attorney, Miles & Stockbridge P.C.

2012 - 2014

Attorney, Wendy H. Schwartz & Associates, PLLC

Associations

2025 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2022 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Maryland Chapter)

Co-President, Board Member

2015 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Maryland

Member

2014 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Columbia

Member

2012 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

International Bar Association

Member

2019 - 2022

District of Columbia Bar Family Law Steering Committee

Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Hogan v. Hogan, No. 1:16CV1538 (JCC/JFA), 2017 WL 106021 (E.D. Va. Jan. 10, 2017)

Gamboa v. Murphy, Civil Action No. DKC 16-3716, 2016 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 168038 (D. Md. Dec. 5, 2016)

Pilkington v. Pilkington, 230 Md. App. 561 (2016)

Baker v. Baker, No. 14-2629, 2015 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 6107 (D. Kan. Jan. 20, 2015)

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Education

2009

Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Maryland at College Park

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2020

Divorce in the Time of Covid-19

Modification of Child Support and Alimony During Coronavirus Pandemic

2019

Washington College of Law Guest Lecturer Series

Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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