$ 525-525 per hour
Regina A. DeMeo
About Regina
Biography
Regina A. DeMeo is a Principal of Markham Law Firm. Since 1998, Regina has helped families in transition address their legal issues related to custody, child support, alimony, and property division either through negotiated settlements or litigation.
Together with her clients, she strives to develop a legal strategy that works within their budgets tailored to meet their needs regarding either a separation, divorce, custody dispute, prenuptial or postnuptial agreement. Utilizing alternate dispute resolution methods, she tries to minimize the costs of litigating issues such as child support, alimony, custody and/or property division.
Regina was one of the first recipients of an academic scholarship from Oliver Scholars in NYC. As an Oliver Scholar, she was able to attend Phillips Academy Andover, in Massachussetts which was founded in 1778 and is the oldest incorporated boarding school in the U.S. Upon graduation from this boarding school, Regina moved to the DC Area to attend Georgetown University’s SFS and later GWU Law School.
Regina has been a member in good standing of the MD Bar since 1998 and the D.C. Bar since 1999. She has been actively involved in both, particularly with the development of educational programs and promoting pro bono services. Her volunteer efforts throughout her legal career have primarily focused assisting pro se clients navigate the legal system and teaching young lawyers how to better serve families in transition.
Since June 2010, when the Washington Post first featured Regina and her approach to family law cases, she has routinely appeared in the media as a legal commentator on a variety of matrimonial issues. Her former tv show, “Making It Last” for MMCTV focused on helping families tackle major issues using local experts and resources in the MD area. She has appeared on ABC tv, Sirius XM and Good Morning America, as well as countless articles and blogs across the country, and was cited as a relationship expert in Ellen McCarthy’s “The Real Thing” and Wendy Paris’ “Splitopia.”
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
27 years | 512 cases
Family
25%
27 years | 416 cases
Mediation
13%
20 years | 130 cases
Marriage and Prenuptials
12%
27 years | 306 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 26 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 27 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Markham & Associates, LLC
7960 Old Georgetown Road, Suite 3B, Bethesda, MD, 20814
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Regina A. DeMeo's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Brett | November 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Experienced, Family-oriented, Efficient
After researching several attorneys I hired Regina as my lawyer to help with my divorce. I chose her for her experience, candor, and reputation as a family-oriented lawyer. I received all that and more. Regina is sensible and assertive while also being empathetic. She is an excellent communicator. I ...
Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wonderful Attorney
When first meeting Regina it was initially to create a pre-nuptial agreement, never thinking we would meet again to handle divorce proceedings. The prenuptial agreement was done timely, accurately and her advice was very exacting. When the separation/divorce was imminent she was not only a most knowl...
Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent service
Regina is wonderful. She handled my prenuptial negotiations with care and advocated my best interest. I would absolutely use her services again and would recommend them to others
Posted by William | February 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best divorce lawyer in DC
Ms. DeMeo handled my difficult divorce very professionally. She clearly informed me of the law and gave me the courage to move out on my own. She was attentive to my needs and handled everything with empathy and compassion. She was respectful, prompt, and cost sensitive. I couldn’t have asked for a b...
Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great attorney..really cares
Regina is an excellent attorney. During a very painful custody and divorce process, she has been there for me and held my hand throughout the entire divorce process. Regina pays attention to every detail and knows her stuff when she gets to court. I don't think I could have picked a better attorne...
Regina A. DeMeo's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Regina is consistently at the top of my list for challenging Maryland family law matters. She is a creative, dynamic thinker who is equally comfortable in a settlement conference and courtroom."
"Regina is a professional, effective and efficient advocate with an excellent command of the law."
"I have had several difficult cases in litigation (and outside of litigation) with Regina. She is always a pleasure to work with, despite difficulties in the cases. She has also served as a mediator very aptly in my case. I recommend her highly."
"Ms. DeMeo is a caring and thoughtful attorney who goes the extra mile for her clients. She is especially concerned with the well-being of the entire family and advising her clients on how the legal process can affect their future."
"I endorse this lawyer. Regina exhibits the highest of ethical standards, is always prepared and fully communicates her client's position on a timely basis."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Regina and seeing her dedication to helping families move into the next stage after separation. She works tirelessly to help the family with the transition, and works hard to ensure her client is educated, prepared, and comfortable with the next steps. She is dedicated to resolving her cases outside of court."
"I know Regina to be a caring, thoughtful and smart attorney who helps clients find appropriate customized solutions that really work for their families"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Ms. DeMeo on several Prenuptial Agreements. She has always been very professional, responsive, and cordial to work with."
"Regina is a very qualified and pragmatic attorney. She provides skilled and sensible counsel to her clients."
"Highly capable family law attorney who is dedicated to client success."
"Regina is my "go to" counsel on the other side to work through tough cases, or to go to for her creative mediation approaches. She does the most pre-nuptial agreements around the area and serves as an incredible source by her practice in DC and Maryland. She is a pleasure to know and work with in family law."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Top Family Lawyers in MD and DC, SuperLawyers
2018
Top Family Lawyers in MD and DC, SuperLawyers
2017
Top Family Lawyers in MD and DC, SuperLawyers
2016
Top Family Lawyers in MD and DC, SuperLawyers
2015
Top Family Lawyers in MD and DC, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Top Divorce Lawyers, Bethesda Magazine
2009
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2004
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Principal, Markham & Associates, LLC
2009 - 2011
Partner, Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, PA
2004 - 2024
Owner, Law office of Regina DeMeo
2001 - 2004
Attorney, The Lewis Law Firm
1999 - 2001
Attorney, Liotta, Dranitzke & Engel
Associations
2019 - Present
Women Business Owners of Montgomery County, MDMember
2005 - Present
Bar Association of Montgomery CountyMember
1999 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2009 - 2011
Collaborative Divorce AssociationPresident
2008 - 2009
Collaborative Divorce AssociationTreasurer
2003 - 2004
Women's Bar Association DCSecretary
Education
1998
George Washington University
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Georgetown University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
Story Time
Gina the Gymnast
2019
Panel discussion for GW students
Careers in Family Law
2019
Opportunities and Career Paths for Lawyers
Careers in Alternate Dispute Resolution
2019
Contemporary Issues Forum
Forgiveness as a Key to Successful Relationships
2018
National Gymnastics Day
Top 5 Lessons Gleaned From Gymnastics
2018
Family Law Program
Discovery and Dealing with Adultery
2016
Work Life Balance
work life balance
2016
george washington university
family law
2016
District of Columbia Bar
family law
2015
American Family Mediators Assoc.
Flexible Thinking
2013
Oliver Scholars Program
scholarships
2013
GW University
collaborative law
2012
Georgetown University webinar
Forgiveness
2012
Fresh Start Students
Forgiveness
2010
Phillips Academy Andover Reunion
scholarships
2010
Georgetown Law School
collaborative law
2009
Georgetown University Law School
family law
Publications
2016
Wealth Strategies Journal
Love & Money
2016
Splitopia
Before You Remarry, Consider a Prenup
2015
Wealth Strategies Journal
Love & Money Column
2014
KidzEdge
4 Tips for a Smooth Transition Away From a Sport
2014
Kidzedge
5 Reasons Kids Make Us Better People
2014
Kidzedge
Top 5 Lessons Learned from Sports
2013
Amazon
Gina the Gymnast
2012
Maryland Psychologist
Settlements Outside of Court
2011
Aspatore Book publication
The Expanding Role of Collaborative Family Law
2011
Foundation Press publication
The History of Collaborative Divorce
2003
Washington Business Journal
In Marriage, Knowing What's "Ours" and "Mine" is an Asset
Languages
Spanish
English