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Darcy A Shoop

Divorce and separation Attorney at Rockville, MD

5.0   16 reviews
  • State Years
    Dist. of Columbia - DC 24 years
    Maryland - MD 30 years
    Virginia - VA 28 years
  • Licensed for 24 years
    State DC
    Acquired 1999
    Status
    Good Standing No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 30 years
    State MD
    Acquired 1992
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 28 years
    State VA
    Acquired 1994
    Status
    Associate No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Darcy

Learn Darcy’s areas of practice.

2
Practice areas
  1. Divorce and separation
    75%
    Divorce, Family Law, Negotiation, Settlement Advocacy, Collaborative Law, Collaborative Practice, Mediation

    31 years

  2. Mediation
    25%

    17 years

After many years of practicing family law, and having seen the emotional and financial damage that litigation can cause, I have chosen to focus my practice on healthier ways of resolving disputes such as Collaborative Law, mediation, negotiation, and settlement advocacy. While I represent individual clients, I also assist couples as a neutral mediator. I believe that by focusing on constructive settlement solutions, separating couples are much more likely to make mutually beneficial decisions while preserving valuable financial resources. Whether through Collaborative Law, mediation, or standard negotiation, I help my client stay focused on future goals rather than upon the pain of the past. Collaborative Law, in particular, affords couples the opportunity to make joint decisions which address the unique needs of their family with the skill and guidance of non-adversarial collaborative attorneys, and other allied professionals. I also represent clients in developing prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements. I am the Founding president of the Maryland Collaborative Practice Council and was the first Co-Chair of the Collaborative Law Section of the Montgomery County Bar Association.

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Darcy A. Shoop, LLC
Collaborative Practice Center of Montgomery County
51 Monroe Street, Suite 1901
Rockville, MD, 20850

Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Compassionate, thoughtful, and supportive
Darcy served as the mediator in our divorce. At the most difficult time in my life she was compassionate, supportive, and helped us reach an agreement and avoid litigation that would have been both costly and painful. Her office's welcoming, even cozy atmosphere is very symbolic of who she is, offering comfort and calm at a time when you most need it. We found her through the recommendation of a friend, and after working with her, I would recommend her to anyone. She is also just a wonderful human being and a credit to her field.
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Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent!
I had a relatively simple divorce and Darcy made it even easier. She was easy to communicate with: she was available to answer my questions even after hours or weekends. She explained the process, therefore I had no surprises. She's knowledgeable and drew my attention to details that I didn't consider before. I highly recommend her.
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Posted by John | March 1, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Superb professional with a caring nature
Darcy was wonderful during a difficult time during my divorce negotiations. As I tried to emotionally distance myself, I was able to see her take charge of the meetings and derive a fair and equitable agreement for all. Her competence was obvious. I was so glad I had been referred to her. She later did a pre-nuptual agreement for me and was just as good as during the divorce. I recommend her highly!
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Posted by Julie | February 28, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Best thing about my divorce was meeting Darcy
I reached out to Darcy to help me through this difficult time. She is exactly what I was looking for, professional, knowledgeable, responsive, caring and a person of integrity. It was important to me that my divorce was handled amicably and with no drama and I could not be more grateful, not only for the way Darcy handled matters on my behalf, but also how much she helped me regain confidence in myself. Thank you Darcy, I could not have made it without your support.
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Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Legal Council for Separation and Divorce
Darcy Shoop provided clear and sound legal advice and excellent guidance through the separation and divorce process. This advice was extremely helpful for drafting a parenting agreement that was acceptable for both parties, which allowed for an amicable ending. I also appreciated her straight forward approach to explaining issues and presenting multiple solutions with pros and cons to each.
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Posted by Bethanne | February 27, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
All the Right Questions - Great Outcome
Darcy was fantastic. In a situation where you need someone on your side and to know what questions to ask I was lucky to have Darcy. When the situation created emotion Darcy knew how to support me and yet keep me focused on the business transaction we were trying to accomplish. No feeling or concern went unnoticed. Every concern I had was addressed. She knew how to get the information we needed to move forward, that frankly I struggled getting out of my former spouse for years. When we finally finished the process we all walked away feeling the outcome was fair.
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Posted by Susan | February 27, 2019
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Exceptional
Darcy is a detailed lawyer that leaves nothing questioned.She knows how to deal with both parties involved and I feel confident in her decisions.
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
A Really Great Collaborative Divorce Experience
I hired Darcy as my divorce attorney, and she was wonderful to work with. She was very economical, and provided just the right amount of service, and very very good guidance and advice. I'd recommend her to anyone seeking to work through a divorce on an amicable basis.
Posted by John | February 26, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent service
I hired Darcy after consulting with her about my divorce proceedings. She proved to be an invaluable asset to me throughout. Very knowledgeable and responsive to all of my questions and needs. I could not have had a more pleasant experience during an unpleasant time.
Posted by Kevin | February 26, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Darcy Shoop--An excellent choice
I could not have been happier with Darcy. She was consistently objective, which was to my benefit. She does not milk the clock, but rather works very efficiently. She is persistent in getting both parties to the negotiating table and arriving at a reasonable solution. She has a deep caring for her clients which comes through in meetings with her and her knowledge of the law is outstanding.
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Posted by Chris | February 26, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Professionalism to the tee
Darcy was there for me through my good times and my bad times.. Even dealing with a collaborative situation which turned out not to be on the other sides end, she was professional and looked after me and the best interest of my kids... She is amazing!!
Posted by anonymous | November 4, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Darcy's a great closer
Darcy was extremely helpful in streamlining a difficult case and situation. Her professionalism and honesty was much appreciated - as she had the opportunity to further the work and charge more money, but was very honest in the possible outcomes and saved me time and money. Very knowledgeable about her field of work and I have complete confidence in her ability and opinions. Helped to close a stalemate situation very effectively.
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Posted by Kip | May 30, 2014
Outstanding & Very Knowledgeable Attorney
Darcy does Collaborative divorce. She did an excellent job for me in my collaborative divorce. She always kept me informed as to what was going on in the collaborative process. She was responsive to my requests. She is very knowledgeable in collaborative divorce. I worked with Darcy for 2 years to finalize my divorce. Divorce is very difficult but Darcy was there to support me in going through the process. I would highly recommend her
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Posted by steven | October 10, 2008
Client Review
Darcy id a professional and very caring person. She puts the clients and their families well being first. She was a pleasure to work with, I appreciate all the hard work she did for me.
Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2008
Darcy Shoop
I retained Darcy Shoop as my lawyer for my separation. Darcy always prompt, and always returned my emails and calls, as well as a kind word words. As with all divorces, it is a very emotional time, but Darcy was goal oriented and help me learn how to deal more objectively(not an easy task!) My husband(now x for over 6 years) was an arrogant and difficult man(Darcy has had much experience with arrogance(men and women)and a pain to deal with. However, in a professional manner she was able to work with him, and decrease his anger. I wouldnt hesitate to recomment Darcy to co-workers, friends and family(Which I have done numerous times). Every person I sent, was very pleased with her work. I have heard many horror stories where my friends went elsewhere, and their agreement was so loose, that they were devistated with future consequences. I have never looked back(to this day) and am secure in the knowledge that Darcy dotted al her I's and crossed her T's. Howver difficult this time was for me, I know that I chose an attorney of integrity, morals, intellence and completelycompetent. To this day, I would not have had any wording, nor issues dealt with any differently. I thank Darcy for helping me at the lowest point in my life!
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Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2008
Excellent Lawyer!
Darcy was extremely knowledgeable and practical regarding family law issues. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking counsel.
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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Member
  • Darcy A Shoop, LLC
  • 2009 - Present
  • Principal
  • STEIN SPERLING BENNETT DE JONG DRISCOLL GREENFEIG PC
  • 1994 - 2009

Education

  • George Mason University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1992
  • George Mason University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1981

Associations

  • Divorce Round Table of Montgomery County
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Maryland Collaborative Practice Council
  • Founding President, Board
  • 2006 - Present
  • Collaborative Divorce Association
  • Founding President, Board
  • 2004 - Present
  • International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
  • Member
  • 2004 - Present
  • District of Columbia Bar
  • Member
  • 1999 - Present
  • Virginia State Bar
  • Member
  • 1994 - Present
  • Maryland State Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1992 - Present
  • Montgomery County Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Collabortive Law Section, Montgomery County Bar Association
  • Co-chair
  • 2011 - 2013
  • Tri-State Task Force on Collaborative Practice
  • Member
  • 2007 - 2011
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Top Divorce Lawyer
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2019
  • Top 50 Women and Top 100 in DC and Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2019
  • Top Divorce Lawyer
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2018
  • Top 50 Women and Top 100 in DC and Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2018
  • Top 50 Women and Top 100 in DC and Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2017
  • Top Divorce Lawyer
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2017
  • Top 50 Women and Top 100 in DC and Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2016
  • Top Divorce Lawyer
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2016
  • Top 50 Women and Top 100 in DC and Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2015
  • Top Divorce Attorney
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2015
  • Washington D.C. Lawyer of the Year: Collaborative Family Law
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2014
  • Top 100 Lawyers in Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2014
  • Best Lawyer Collaborative Family Law
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2014
  • Top Lawyer
  • Washingtonian Magazine
  • 2013
  • Top 25 Divorce Lawyers
  • Bethesda Magazine
  • 2013
  • Top 50 Women Lawyers in MD and DC
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2013
  • Top 100 Lawyers in DC and MD
  • Super Lawyers Magazine
  • 2013
  • Section Co-Chair of the Year, Collaborative Law Section
  • Bar Association of Montgomery County
  • 2013
  • Top Divorce Lawyer
  • Washingtonian Magazine
  • 2013
  • Super Lawyers in Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2012
  • Best Lawyer for Collaborative Family Law
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2012
  • Top 50 Women Lawyers in Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2012
  • Top Divorce Lawyers
  • Washingtonian Magazine
  • 2011
  • Top 25 Women Lawyers in Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2011
  • Top 50 Women Lawyers in Washington D.C.
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2011
  • Best Lawyer Collaborative Law: Family Law
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2011
  • Maryland Super Lawyers
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2010
  • The Best Lawyers in America (MD) Collaborative Law, Family Law
  • The Best Lawyers in America
  • 2010
  • The Best Lawyers in America (DC) Collaborative Law, Family Law
  • The Best Lawyers in America
  • 2010
  • Top 25 Women Attorneys in Maryland
  • Super Lawers
  • 2010
  • Top Divorce Lawyer Montgomery County, MD
  • Bethesda Magazine
  • 2010
  • Top 50 Women in the D.C. Area
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2010
  • Top 1% of Attorneys in Washington D.C. Area - Family Law
  • Washingtonian Magazine
  • 2009
  • AV Preeminent
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2009
  • Top 88 Divorce Lawyers in D.C. area
  • The Washingtonian Magazine
  • 2009
  • Top 25 Women Lawyers in Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2009
  • Top 50 Lawyers in Maryland
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2009
  • AV Rating
  • Martindale Hubbell
  • 2008
  • Recognized for Collaborative Law
  • The Best Lawyers in America
  • 2008
  • Maryland Super Lawyers - Collaborative Law
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2008
  • Top Divorce Lawyers
  • Washingtonian Magazine
  • 2007
  • Maryland Super Lawyers
  • Super Lawyers - Collaborative Law
  • 2007
  • Recognized for Collaborative Law
  • The Best Lawyers in America
  • 2007
  • Top Divorce Lawyer
  • Bethesda Magazine
  • 2004
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Speaking Engagements

  • Collaborative Law Curriculum U of Maryland Law School
  • Defining Advocacy in the Collaborative Process
  • 2013
  • 2013 Conference
  • Collaborative Law and Mediation
  • 2013
  • International Academy of Collaborative Professionals 2010 Forum Washington D.C.
  • Defining Advocacy in the Collaborative Process
  • 2010

Attorney endorsements

Received (5)
Given (7)
Endorse Darcy
Family Attorney | Feb 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse Darcy. She is an excellent lawyer, a leader in collaborative divorce and a pleasure to work with . She is a great problem solver in all cases."
Family Attorney | Feb 26
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Darcy fights hard, but fair, for her clients. She is results-oriented and tries to get cases resolved before resorting to costly litigation."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Feb 26
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Darcy is experienced and knowledgable in family law in general, but she has an excellent reputation for her work in Collaborative Law in particular. She is a pleasure to work with. I endorse her highly."
Family Attorney | Jan 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Darcy is a leader in collaborative law in Maryland. While always ensuring that her clients are fully protected, she works to resolve cases in a respectful fashion that focuses on what is best for the family."
Family Attorney | Apr 02
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Darcy Shoop has been my opposing counsel on numerous cases. She is a zealous advocate who cares deeply for her clients. She is a leader in the field of collaborative divorce."

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Rockville Divorce and separation Lawyer Darcy A Shoop
Darcy A Shoop
Divorce and separation Attorney
Rockville, MD
Licensed for 30 years