Summer Pope Abel

Summer Abel is an attorney in Offit Kurman's Family Law Practice Group, based in the firm's Bethesda, Maryland office. She offers a comprehensive range of family law services, including divorce and separation agreements, child custody and support, spousal support, property division, and pre-marital and post-marital agreements. Summer is dedicated to advocating vigorously for her clients in court while addressing the complexities of family law matters to achieve effective resolutions.

With extensive experience in family law, Summer has developed a deep understanding of the field through her work at various law firms. Her background also includes handling vaccine litigation cases under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (NVICP), managing pharmaceutical product and toxic tort cases, and serving as a public defender, where she represented clients in criminal, mental health, and juvenile matters.

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, Summer is passionate about supporting families of all types. She recognizes the unique challenges each family faces and leverages her personal and professional experiences to guide clients through these challenges, aiming to achieve the best possible outcomes. Her approach to family law emphasizes empathy and practicality, ensuring that each client receives solutions tailored to their specific needs and goals.

Summer is licensed to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Florida (Inactive). An active member of the National LGBTQ+ Bar Association's Family Law Institute, and the Maryland and District of Columbia LGBTQ+ Bar Associations, Summer was honored as a Rising Star in Family Law by Maryland Super Lawyers in 2024 and named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® list in America for Family Law in 2025.

With her diverse experience, dedication to her clients, and commitment to community service, Summer Abel provides compassionate and effective legal representation, ensuring her clients' needs and goals are always a top priority.