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also known as Z Family Law
I am passionate about the practice of family law and I represent clients in all aspects of family law including complex family law litigation and negotiation. When I first meet my clients, they are typically going through some of the most challenging times in their personal lives: divorce, custody disputes, relocation, post-judgment issues or support issues. It is my goal to find resourceful and cost-effective solutions to their problems, with the least stress possible.
I have a deep love of families, which come in all shapes and sizes. I have always believed that families are the backbone of society, and that, for most people, their families are the most important thing on earth. That is why I got into Family Law.
As I work with my clients to make a plan of action, I always keep in mind that it is important to maintain and protect family relationships. At the end of a case, the family remains. Even when people are divorcing, if they have children, they are really creating two separate families that will forever be entwined through the lives and experiences of those children.
I am a strong believer in continuing legal education. I am constantly sharpening my skills and updating my knowledge of Maryland family law though a variety of continuing legal education courses including programs on topics such as family law practice updates, child counsel training, mediation, collaborative law, marital property, domestic violence, and international relocation and abduction.
I received my juris doctor from the George Washington University Law School and two Bachelor of the Arts degrees from the University of Maryland, College Park. Prior to entering private practice, I completed a two-year judicial clerkship with the Honorable Sherrie L. Krauser in the Circuit Court for Prince George’s County, Maryland.
I am licensed to practice law in Maryland and I am a member of the MontgomeryCounty and Maryland State Bar Associations.
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Chat withState: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2018
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 2009
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51 Monroe Street, Suite 1501, Rockville, MD, 20850
143 West Patrick Street, Frederick, MD, 21701
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Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family
Zlatkus Family Law = Disappointment
Really? Every review was a 5 Star? Initially, yes, Z Family Law starts out a 5 Star. A firm liaison reaches out to you skilled in building rapport. You think to yourself, "wow, here is a firm that sticks by their billing and invests in the client's success as their own." In short order however, you b...
Posted by Elizabeth | March 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Christy got me through the worst year of my life and away from a very toxic ex, with the settlement I needed to start over.
Christy's professionalism, fierce intelligence, dedication to her craft, and no BS way of walking me through what each step of the divorce process will look like has given me courage and strength to stand strong against a very toxic ex. My child and I have a brighter future thanks to her guidance. I ...
Thank you so much for your belief in me to get you through it! It's an honor to serve families like yours!
Posted by Laura | November 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Family Law
Christy came highly recommended to me and I am so thankful that I hired her as my divorce attorney. She is responsive, calm and constructive. She helped me set healthy boundaries, but used her best judgment not to escalate the situation. This was a very difficult time for my family and her ability t...
Posted by Bethany | November 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Amazing Lawyer
Christy represented me in my divorce and I couldn't have asked for a better attorney. She always responded quickly to my concerns and questions; giving me exceptional advice. Worked hard trying to get me the only thing I really wanted, full custody of my kids. I felt like she became part of our fami...
Posted by William (Bill) Planta | July 25, 2015 | Family
Excellent Family Law Attorney
I have worked with Ms. Zlatkus on a number of cases. Ms. Zlatkus combines her knowledge of family law with a practical common sense approach designed to maximize her client's potential for a positive outcome. Ms. Zlatkus is prepared, effective, and persuasive: three traits which every successful a...
"I endorse this lawyer. Christy is an effective litigator and excellent negotiator. She zealously represents her clients and always advocates for what is in their best interests."
"Christy is a fierce advocate and works hard for her clients. She is well respected among the legal profession and is a model of what an attorney should strive to be."
"I have been opposing counsel to Christy several times in family law matters and found her professionalism a refreshing asset. She zealously advocates for her clients, timely responds to requests, and pays close attention to detail allowing for her clients immediate and long term needs to be met. Divorce is difficult, yet Christy makes it easier by always being on top of her cases and addressing concerns immediately. She is a pleasure to work with and I would welcome the opportunity to be opposing counsel to Christy to allow us to continue to successfully settle our cases preventing our clients from spending thousands of dollars on litigating their family matters and instead spending that money on their children."
"I have had the opportunity to work with Christy Zlatkus in many capacities. I have mediated cases in which she was an attorney. I have worked on cases with her. Christy is always prepared and organized. She is a passionate and compassionate advocate for her clients, and a very smart attorney. Her clients are in good hands with Christy."
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2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018 - Present
Principal, Z Family Law, LLC
2012 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Avery & Upton
2018 - Present
Montgomery County Bar FoundationChair of Continuing Legal Education
2012 - Present
Montgomery County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
Member
2013 - 2014
Montgomery American Inn of CourtAssociate Member
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
2019
2019
2011
English