Erin Leigh Kopelman

Erin Leigh Kopelman

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bethesda, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support, Family

7600 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 700, Bethesda, MD

About Erin

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

19 years

25%
Child Support 25%

19 years

25%
Family 10%

Erin Kopelman is an attorney with Lerch, Early & Brewer’s Family Law group. She handles cases involving domestic relations, including divorce, custody, child support, support for adult disabled persons, guardianship, domestic violence, property settlement, alimony, post-judgment issues, prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements.

19 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 18 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2007

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 19 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered

7600 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 700, Bethesda, MD, 20815

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Erin Leigh Kopelman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

54 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Family

Posted by Kerry | January 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

Knowledgable, thorough, experienced and kind

After 44 years my marriage was over. Erin was the perfect person for me to work with. She suggested a Collaborative Divorce, which was a great fit for my situation. It was a complicated process involving a family owned business. Erin was on top of every detail. Her kindness to me was remarkable.... The team that she put together - financial advisors, mental health advisors, etc. was thorough and respectful of me, my ex husband and my children. At the end of the day, I believe we all felt that we had achieved an equitable division of assets. No small feat. In my mind, this was largely due to Erin's patience and attention to details. I relied on those skills of hers heavily, as my own brain wasn't always functioning at its best. I recommend her highly.

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

Thorough, Fact-Driven and Brilliant Representation

Erin Kopelman has represented me in my domestic case for years and her work is consistently outstanding. She is a relentless advocate who truly leaves no stone unturned. She performed a rigorous investigative analysis into the opposing parties claims and used extensive caselaw research to build a ver...y strong argument. Her ability to uncover the facts and hold the other side accountable was remarkable . Erin Kopelman is incredibly thorough, and has a talent for digging deep into the facts. She truly leaves nothing to chance and fights hard for the best possible outcome. If you need someone who is as thorough as they are strategic, Erin Kopelman is the best choice!

Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Guidance through the storm

I unequivocally recommend Erin as a family law attorney after working with her on my divorce. At the first meeting, Erin instilled a sense of calm and confidence that was sorely needed in a moment of panic. Each time the process hit an obstacle or got bogged down, she kept advancing the ball and did ...everything she could to protect me from unnecessary noise. When the matter came to a close, she helped me achieve the most favorable result possible from a familial and economic standpoint. Finally, I'd like to point out that Erin deploys her valuable network of divorce-adjacent professionals (therapists, mortgage lenders, other attorneys) as those issues inevitable arise. She is a great advocate and friend when you need it most.

Posted by Jon | January 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceptional service

Erin was incredibly helpful to me in my divorce last year. She guided me through every step of the process to get the best result for me, and was always conscious of her time (I never felt like I was being billed for anything other than her direct work for me). Obviously hoping I never have to go thr...ough a divorce again, but for any family legal needs, she will be my go-to attorney.

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

A Dedicated Advocate With Her Client's Interests First

Erin is thorough and professional and very mindful of time, while always being available to discuss any issue I needed addressed. She was great to work with and professionally guided me through the stressful ups and downs of the legal process. Her knowledge and experience were advantageous at creati...ng a realistic expectation of how to proceed with my individual circumstances and putting my best interests in the forefront of negotiations. I would highly recommend Erin to anyone in need of family legal services.

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Erin Leigh Kopelman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erin is an excellent family law attorney who is dedicated to client success."

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Melissa Kucinski

Family lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erin is a meticulous, well-organized, and thorough attorney. She is a strong advocate, and very compassionate and understanding of her client's goals and interests."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Listed in inaugural “Top Attorney” listings, Bethesda Magazine

2018

Named, D.C. Super Lawyers

2018

Named, Maryland Super Lawyers

2018

Named, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Family Law Practitioner of the Year, Bethesda Magazine’s Reader’s Pick

2017

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers magazine

2017

Rising Star, D.C. Super Lawyers

2017

Graduate, Core Program, Leadership Montgomery

2016

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers magazine

2016

Rising Star, D.C. Super Lawyers

2015

The Daily Record, Named one of Maryland’s “Leading Women”

2015

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers magazine

2015

Rising Star, D.C. Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers magazine

2014

Rising Star, D.C. Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, D.C. Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers magazine

2012

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers magazine

2012

Section Chair of the Year, Montgomery County Bar Association

2012

Bar Leader, Montgomery County, Maryland Bar Foundation

2012

Section Chair of the Year, Montgomery County Bar Association

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney/Principal, Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered

2007 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Brodsky, Renehan, Pearlstein, Lastra & Bouquet, Chartered

Associations

2019 - Present

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Co-Chair of Legislation Committee

2019 - Present

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Executive Committee Member

2018 - Present

Montgomery County Inn of Court

Barrister

2017 - Present

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Member of Judicial Selections Panel Committee

District of Columbia Bar

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Maryland State Bar Association

2017 - 2018

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Co-Chair of Member Benefits Committee

2015 - 2015

Women's Bar Association of Maryland (Montgomery County chapter)

Co-Chair End of Year Party

2013 - 2015

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Chair of Breakfast with the Court

2013 - 2014

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Chair of Mentor/Mentee Committee for New Practitioner’s Section

2012 - 2013

Women's Bar Association of Maryland (Montgomery County chapter)

Liaison to Executive Committee

2012 - 2012

Women's Bar Association of Maryland (Montgomery County chapter)

Co-Chair Holiday Party

2012 - 2015

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Chair of Law Day Programs for Family Law Section

2011 - 2012

Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland

Co-Chair of Family Law Section

2011 - 2012

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Chair of Pro Bono Project for Family Law Section

2010 - 2011

Montgomery American Inn of Court

Associate Member

2010 - 2013

Women's Bar Association of Maryland (Montgomery County chapter)

Chair of Listserv

2010 - 2011

Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland

Co-Chair of Continuing Legal Education

Education

2006

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Bucknell University

BSBA

Speaking Engagements

2019

How to Live a Financially Aware and Empowered Life

Women, Wealth and Wellness

2017

Rita Rosenkrantz Basic Family Training

Custody

Publications

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