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Andrea Esther Hirsch
About Andrea
Biography
Ms. Hirsch specializes in family law because she believes it is a chance to use her legal expertise to help individuals in the time of their greatest need. Solid legal counsel regarding a client’s rights and possibilities during this process can ease the mental and emotional strain it entails.
She has practiced family law since 1996. She has extensive experience litigating and negotiating all aspects of family law cases. Trained in mediation and collaborative law as well, she has actively promoted these forms of alternative dispute resolution. While some sharply contested cases must go to court, many other cases can benefit from an alternative procedure that reduces expenses, avoids protracted proceedings, and makes it much likelier to reach a settlement that works in the long term.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
70%
30 years
Mediation
30%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 30 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 41 years
State: California
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Firm of Andrea Hirsch
5425 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 600, Chevy Chase, MD, 20815
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Andrea Esther Hirsch's Lawyer Endorsements
"I was a Guardian Ad Litem for a child in a case where Andrea represented one of the parents. She was always responsive when I sought out information, and she creatively problem solved to try to move the family forward for the child's best interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andrea is smart, experienced, and respected by colleagues and judges. She is warm, welcoming, and passionate about her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andrea is a superb, caring lawyer who will work hard for you and advise you regarding your sensitive legal matters. She is very experienced and proficient."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andrea is a very experienced family lawyer who has taken the lead in offering the collaborative approach as an option for her clients. Although Andrea strongly believes in the collaborative approach, she recognizes that it is not the best approach for every family matter. Andrea is skilled at evaluating a case and helping a client determine the best approach for the client. Andrea is accomplished in mediation, negotiation and trial litigation, as well as collaborative. Andrea provides top notch representation to her clients."
Geraldine Hess
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Owner, The Law Firm of Andrea Hirsch
2004 - 2010
Of Counsel, Delaney McKinney
1996 - 2004
Associate, Kuder, Smollar & Friedman
Associations
2006 - Present
Collaborative Dispute Resolution ProfessionalsMember
2006 - Present
DC Acadenay of Collaborative ProfessionalsBoard Member
2006 - Present
Interntional Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2012 - 2015
Collaborative Project of MarylandPast Co-President
2007 - 2007
DC Academy of Collaborative PracticePast President
Education
1984
University of Santa Clara School of Law
J.D.
1978
Stanford University
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2021
District of Columbia Bar
Practice Management-CLE
2020
Woman's Commission
Family Law/Divorce Law Presentation -CLE
2020
George Washington University
Collaborative Practice in Divorce
2020
American Bar Association
Family Law CLE
2011
Law Day
Collaborative Practice
2009
D.C. Bar Association Inttroduction to Family Law
Custody and Child Support
Publications
2009
Washington Woman
Collaborative Divorce
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If i take care of and primarily house the dog also have vet bills in my name can my ex take the dog?
07 Sep 2020
Q&A
What statement is need in the divorce agreement for former military spouse that does not want any of my military pension?
31 Aug 2020
Q&A
What can I do when my spouse had my signature forged to get my pension?
28 Aug 2020