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Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Extremely happy

Richard was absolutely attentive to my needs and was measured and very helpful in the guidance and advice he gave me while I employed his services. I continue to recommend him to my friends.

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The Resistant Divorcée

After a long separation I engaged Rick to represent me in negotiating a divorce. When my wife refused to negotiate Rick filed suit on my behalf; diligently conducted financial discovery and collaborated closely with our financial expert witness; worked effectively with my wife’s first and second atto...rneys over 18 months; and was tireless in his efforts to advance the case for trial. As I am a lawyer myself, I have admired his strategic recommendations throughout the case and trust his professional judgment as we embark on pre-trial mediation. Though the road is long, his guidance has been sound and reassuring.

Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Restoring a Balance in Parental Visitation

I engaged Rick to represent me in child custody proceedings I had filed in the District of Columbia involving visitation with a mentally ill mother. Although my daughter lived primarily with me and my wife, the D.C. court ordered visitation of three weekends per month with her impaired mother. Rick n...oted that the D.C. court lacked jurisdiction and refiled the case in Maryland where all parties now live. I expect to receive court custody evaluator services in Maryland that weren’t available in D.C. I appreciate and trust Rick’s expertise and diligence in pursuing a more realistic custody schedule that best serves my daughter's wellbeing.

Posted by Walter | December 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Co-Parenting and Refinance Coaching to Keep Kids in the Family Home and My Life

Shortly after hiring Rick to represent me in a negotiated divorce and custody settlement, my wife’s attorney surprised me by presenting an incomplete agreement proposing an urgent refinancing/buyout of my interest in the family home, but only tentatively addressing child custody provisions. Rick prov...ided me with parenting plan tools and resources that I shared with my wife, successfully and meaningfully promoting constructive dialogue. Rick understood my needs as a parent and encouraged me to seek co-parenting counseling with my wife to ensure equivalent parenting time with my children. Rick's depth of case knowledge and experience have allowed us to generate clarity in what could otherwise remain a chaotic and difficult process. Due to Rick’s diligence and insights into collaborative divorce negotiations I trust we will negotiate a fairer settlement than otherwise would have been the case.

Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommended for custody and divorce issues

I consulted Attorney Dodd at a time when my wife was traveling with my 11 and 16 year old children, against my wishes. I was already concerned that her behavior was contrary to the children’s best interest, and episodes of severe verbal and corporal punishment and erratic driving escalated my concern... about their safety. Rick counseled me about divorce and custody options, and encouraged counseling with a Pastor and court-ordered custody evaluation, without exerting any pressure. Eventually I decided not to pursue divorce, but instead arranged counseling for my wife in my children’s best interest. Rick was patient and concerned throughout, and refunded a substantial unspent retainer when I notified him of my decision not to divorce. I would highly recommend Rick to anyone considering divorce and custody issues.

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