Debra L Ackerman

Debra L Ackerman

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 40 years

Family Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense

401 E Jefferson St Ste 208, Rockville, MD

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021
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About Debra

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 75%

Attorney practices in all areas of family law, including custody, including divorce, child support, separation, , preparation of separation agreements and pre-nuptial agreements, domestic violence cases, and custody matters

75%
Criminal Defense 10%

criminal and traffic matter

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 38 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1987

Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Licensed in Maryland for 40 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1985

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 39 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1986

Not authorized to practice

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Location

Attorney At Law

401 E Jefferson St Ste 208, Rockville, MD, 20850-2613

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Debra L Ackerman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (12)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Daniel | July 7, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

A Diamond in the Rough

She reinvigorated my faith in the legal system in a 30 minute free consultation. The best way I can relate is she seems as if a trusty mechanic, willing to tell you that she doesn’t want to take your case on because it’s not a fit. She is one of a kind - try to tell her your bottom line up fro...nt and you will be happy as I was.

Posted by Seiko | April 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Perfect Lawyer

Debra is truly a gift of a human being! My family member advised me to speak with her regarding my custody case that seemed to just drag for the last few years. Working with Debra is the greatest experience I could've been given and I hope everyone chooses her for their legal desires. Her knowledge, ...care and communication has awarded me with the blessing of a breeze of a case in and out of the courtroom. She fights her hardest and is clearly very successful in her career. She has made me feel like my family is truly a priority to her and her ability to take the stress out of such an emotional case makes her the greatest attorney you will ever connect with.

Posted by Kenneth | July 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The absolute best!!

Attorney Ackerman was recommended to me by a colleague. I advised him that I was going through a divorce and needed representation. We had a phone consultation and I immediately knew that she was the Attorney that I needed. Attorney Ackerman was very knowledgeable, kind, assertive and pleasure to wo...rk with. Attorney Ackerman made me feel like my case was the only case she had for almost a year. Attorney Ackerman assisted me with retaining my most important assets. I highly recommend Attorney Ackerman you will NOT regret it. Regards Kenneth

Posted by Robert | March 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The very Best

Debra was a godsend! She handled my situation, and guided me through my legal process, with the utmost care and professionalism. She listened to my every concern and explained all the details which put me at great ease. She fought hard for me and we came out victorious. Her court room skills are supe...rior and her legal knowledge is top notch! She is also a wonderfully nice person who I like to call once in a while just to say hello. I fully and wholeheartedly recommend her if you are in need of “the very best” attorney around!

Posted by anonymous | August 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

You need to pick Debra

Debra was my lawyer through a divorce. I highly recommend her! She was a rock during the rough times for me. Debra is down to earth, honest, kept me informed with all the updates, and easily reachable unlike those fancy, boutique law offices. She knows the law and has a good feel for how the judg...es might think. You will have a strong advocate on your side fighting for you. if you need a lawyer, reach out to Debra.

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Suspension issued in DC, 2021

updated on 07/27/2022

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Reciprocal - Suspension issued in PA, 2021

updated on 10/06/2021

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Pennsylvania.

Interim Suspension issued in DC, 2021

updated on 07/27/2022

Interim suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Suspension issued in MD, 2021

updated on 03/16/2021

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Law Office of Debra L. Ackerman

1990 - 1993

Attorney, Law Office of Joel Anders

1987 - 1990

Associate, Goozman, Bernstein and Markusky

1986 - 1987

House of Delagates, Maryland General Assembly

Associations

1993 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1986 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Education

1985

American University

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Rhode Island College

BS Social Work and Psychology

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