Kimberly Garner Boettger

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Kimberly Garner Boettger

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Bethesda, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation ... +6 more

6903 Rockledge Drive, Suite 900, Bethesda, MD

About Kimberly

Biography

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Family 40%

40%
Child Custody 15%

15%
Divorce and Separation 15%

15%
Child Support 10%

10%
Alimony 7%

7%
Domestic Violence 5%

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

5%
Adoption 2%

2%
Marriage and Prenuptials 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 19 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Alexander K. Anderson, LLC

6903 Rockledge Drive, Suite 900, Bethesda, MD, 20817

Kimberly Garner Boettger's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Simply the BEST decision I made for my case!!!

I seriously cannot recommend Kim highly enough! From the very beginning, she handled my case with exceptional professionalism, preparation, and strategic clarity. My situation was far from simple — it involved international custody issues, complicated financial questions, and a very challenging oppo...sing counsel — yet Kim navigated every step with confidence, precision, and calm expertise. What truly sets her apart is not only her legal skill, but how deeply she cares about her clients and their outcomes. She was always thoughtful, honest, and incredibly well-prepared. She anticipated issues before they arose, explained complex legal matters in a way I could understand, and made me feel supported throughout one of the most stressful experiences of my life. At trial, she was outstanding. Her organization, command of the facts, and professionalism in the courtroom were remarkable to watch. I genuinely felt that my case was in the best possible hands. Beyond the legal work, Kim also showed real compassion and perspective, encouraging decisions that ultimately benefited my child and helped us move forward in a positive way. If you are looking for an attorney who is sharp, dedicated, strategic, and truly invested in her clients, Kim is simply exceptional!!! I am incredibly grateful for her work and would recommend her without hesitation.

Posted by Corina | January 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Experienced and Amazing!

Kim is a very experienced lawyer who helped me every step of the way for my protective order hearing. She listened to me and was there for every need.

Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Dependable

Kim was very supportive and knowledgeable. She was also honest and good at managing my expectations throughout the process.

Posted by Kenneth | January 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Passionate, Cool-Under-Pressure Attorney

Kim Boettger helped me get through my divorce, seeing it through from initial filing to the final hearing a year and a half later. She was passionate about my case from the start, and she worked diligently to ensure that I was not unfairly marginalized by the family law system as can sometimes happe...n to men. Without Kim, I would probably still be fighting it out with my now ex in court over various things, but Kim's calm demeanor in the face of animosity and vitriolic behavior from the other side was very much in keeping with my "when-they-go-low-we-go-high" approach to the whole ordeal. Kim helped me "win" in the end, because neither she nor I stooped to allowing feelings of hatred, resentment, or retaliation affect how we conducted ourselves from start to finish. As a negotiator, she is adept at working with the other side, even in the face of unreasonableness, to reach a mutually satisfying result. As a counselor, her passion for her client's cause and zeal in the courtroom and in negotiations shines through. In my opinion, she is one of the finest family lawyers in the area.

Posted by Megha | November 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Awesome custody lawyer

I hired Kim after being pro se and only a month away from trial. My ex, who was represented by an attorney, slapped multiple motions on me. Kim took no time in understanding my case and started working to get me back on track, again in no time. My case isn't over it but I can totally rely on Kim as s...he fought to get me interim relief and that she will continue to work harder to get me justice in the end. I totally recommend her if you have a custody battle and you need a good lawyer to represent you.

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Abigail Scott

Family lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kim is a very skilled litigator, with years of experience in and out of the courtroom in advocating for her clients. Her skills are evident in the positive results she achieves on behalf of her clients. She takes care to understand the client's perspective and tailors her advocacy to achieve the client's goals. I highly recommend Kim."

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Alexander Anderson

Family lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kim is an extremely capable lawyer, who blends tenacious advocacy for her clients, with a reasonable approach to seeking out effective resolutions for her clients. She knows when to fight, and when to look for alternative solutions."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Senior Litigator, The Law Office of Alexander K. Anderson, LLC

2011 - 2019

Hearing Examiner, State Of Maryland Department Of Labor Licensing & Regulation

2007 - 2011

Staff Attorney, House Of Ruth Domestic Violence Legal Clinic

Associations

2019 - Present

Women's Bar Association of Maryland

2019 - Present

Bar Association of Montgomery County

Education

2006

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Washington University in St. Louis

BA

Speaking Engagements

2024

Judicial College of Maryland

Most Misunderstood Family Law Issues

Languages

English

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