Dorothy R Fait

Dorothy R Fait

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 52 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

One Church Street, Suite 800, Rockville, MD

About Dorothy

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

Fait & DiLima, LLP offers skilled legal advice and advocacy for clients in Montgomery and Frederick County and surrounding areas. Contact our Rockville divorce attorneys to discuss your planning or divorce needs.

40%
Child Custody 20%

Whenever a divorce occurs and there are children involved, the matter of with whom the children will live is often an area of contention and great emotion. we have been helping families deal with custody and visitation for more than 20 years.

20%
Family 20%

Our family law firm has distinguished itself from others in the region by the experience and accomplishments of our attorneys. We have over 50 years of combined experience and help navigate our Maryland clients through their family law disputes.

41 years | 500 cases

20%
Child Support 10%

Courts in Maryland do not use a set of factors to determine child support, as they do with alimony. Instead, courts will use a set formula to determine which parent is eligible to receive child support and how much he or she is entitled to.

10%
Mediation 10%

In some cases, couples may be able to work together without separate legal counsel to resolve important divorce-related matters. When this is possible, mediation can be the most effective way to finalize a divorce quickly and at a fair cost.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 52 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1973

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 48 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1977

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Fait & DiLima, LLP

One Church Street, Suite 800, Rockville, MD, 20850-4158

Fait & DiLima, LLP

233 West Patrick Street, Frederick, MD, 21701

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Dorothy R Fait's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by Seth | September 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

LOOK NO FURTHER!

I retained Dorothy R Fait for a very contentious divorce and child custody battle after beginning the process with a different attorney. Dorothy and her team always made me feel like their most important client from the thorough initial meeting all the way through the divorce settlement and beyond t...hat to ensure the divorce decree was carried out correctly. Dorothy and her team showed their mastery of the law and the best way to navigate through several difficult issues with opposing counsel. Dorothy consistently showed her expertise in and out of the courtroom. Regardless of the forum, Dorothy is unfazed, focused and handled the defense flawlessly with a favorable outcome on every front. Throughout the proceeding months from custody trial to the divorce settlement, Dorothy and her team held firm to a successful strategy against an extremely uncooperative and bitter opposing counsel that made everything as difficult as possible in every way. Dorothy and her team always display professionalism that you can proud of and have the peace of mind that the best team is representing you. Hire Dorothy, it will be the best decision you'll make.

Posted by Christina Sykes | April 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Ensure your Fate with Fait

I have retained Dorothy R Fait for a difficult divorce and child custody case. She is truly a pro - well respected by her peers and in the law community. (In fact, she even authored a book on divorce in Maryland)! She is super knowledgeable about the laws, issues and pitfalls associated with divorc...e and child custody issues. The court room is her domain. She is unflappable, unflustered and determined in her approach to achieving her client's desired outcome. Her strategy and associated arguments are a thing of beauty. If you want to place your case in highly capable hands, ensure your fate with Fait!

Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

Knowledgeable and thoughtful

Dorothy prepared a postnuptial agreement for me. She asked me questions and provided me information about financial aspects I had not even considered. I was able to reach a far more favorable agreement than I thought I would receive.

Posted by Lori | April 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

IN Good Hands!!!

Where to begin. Dorothy was fantastic with my very complicated divorce and the problems that come after. Her knowledge and expertise helped me in so many aspects especially when it came to the safety and well being of my 3 children. She came through on every aspect of my divorce from child support..., alimony, custody, and visitation. Hands down was worthy every $$ spent.

Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Worth every penny and then some!!!!

Nothing about divorce is easy. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. Dorothy knows her stuff. She takes the complicated issues and simplifies them. I would not have been able to get through this difficult time without her help and landing on my feet. I am able to get my life back on track now. ... And not just divorce, I had landlord issues as well. I reached out to her hoping maybe she knew someone who could help. She handle the whole mess quickly and with the best outcome for me. I love her! I highly recommend her to anyone who needs a lawyer, she is the best and worth every penny.

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Dorothy R Fait's Lawyer Endorsements

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Katrina Luedtke

Child custody lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Attorney Fait is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of family law including custody, divorce and support matters. She is always prepared for her cases, and tenacious in her representation of her clients. She is also professional in her demeanor and very personable. I recommend her services for any aspect of family law."

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Samantha Leschek

Family lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Terry Shuch

Family lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Fait is knowledgeable, experienced, meticulous, and a pleasure to work with."

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Katrina Luedtke

Child custody lawyer

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Terry Shuch

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Top 50 Women Super Lawyers, Maryland Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Circle of Excellence Marylands top 100 Women, Daily Record

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Top 50 Women Super Lawyers, Washington DC Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Maryland Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2007

Maryland's 100 Top Women, The Daily Record

2006

Maryland Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2004

Maryland 100 Women, Daily Record

2003

Woman of Valor Award, Greater Washington Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Partner, Fait & DiLima, LLP.

Associations

2014 - Present

Montgomery County Inn of Court

Chair

2011 - Present

Montgomery County Family Justice Center

Treasurer

2012 - 2013

Maryland State Bar Association, Family and Juvenile Law Section Council

Chair

2000 - 2001

Montgomery County Inn of Court

President

2000 - 2005

Maryland State Ethics Commission

Commissioner

Education

1973

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1970

George Washington University

Languages

English

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