Heather Sue Collier

Heather Sue Collier

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 21 years

Family Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Family

29 Wood Lane, Rockville, MD

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2005

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 21 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Roberts Family Law LLC

29 Wood Lane, Rockville, MD, 20850

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13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nancy | November 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent lawyer

I hired Heather as my lawyer for my divorce. She was thorough, careful and detailed - and also really pleasant to work with. She was responsive to emails and answered every question I had. She’s trustworthy and helps to make sure you have all the information you need to make good, informed decisions.... I felt confident I was proceeding in a way that was in my best interests. I would definitely recommend Heather to my friends and family.

Posted by Masoud | February 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Super Attorney

I can attest that during my long and bitter divorce proceedings, I initially retained other Attorneys. After I had an opportunity to evaluate the knowledge demonstrated, attention to detail, and most importantly, results I was seeing, I felt it wise to seek out an attorney who I was most comfortable;... one who was better suited to successfully represent my needs. Upon making the change to law Offices of Dragga, Hannon, Hessler & Wills, LLP, and particularly, Mrs. Heather Collier, I saw a higher level of skilled performance and demonstrable results which quickly assured me of not only her ability in the courtroom, but her attention to my needs outside of the courtroom as well. She is a fighter. She made sure that I did the right thing rather than what I wanted to do which ultimately helped get the results I wanted. Mrs. Collier is someone who communicates well, who does not beat around the bush and also has a good rapport with the judges who oversee these type proceedings. They seemed to trust what she was telling them. Also of importance, I never felt over-billed. I never felt like I was “nickel and dimed”. Heather always was quick to reply to my questions or any of my calls. My experience with Heather was a very positive one. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing to get it right the first time when going through a divorce. I strongly believe that no one will fight harder or do a better job for you than Heather Collier.

Posted by Veronica Lozano | April 17, 2015 | Family

A review for Heather Collier and the staff at Dragga, Hannon, Hessler & Willis

To Whom It May Concern: Going through family court has got to be one of the most stressful situations to experience. You have to make decisions that will affect you and your children’s everyday life. Heather Collier was recommended to me by a longtime friend. Once meeting Heather, I realized why sh...e was recommended. At our first meeting she was very welcoming and attentive. Soon I realized that, that was her personality. Every time I spoke to her, I felt as if I was her only client as she always recalled every detail of my case. She was very professional and honest about everything, she listened very attentively to what I wanted and my needs. If I did not feel comfortable with an arrangement, she would exhaust every other possibility, in order to come to a solution. At the same time when I needed to hear the hard truth, she would also lay it straight to me. I needed those nudges from her. Heather always gave me the feeling that I was in control and if I did not agree with something, then we would find another solution that I could agree with. The staff at Dragga, Hannon, Hessler & Willis is Fantastic. Everyone always has a smile, are professional and polite. Vanessa at the front desk always remembered me and Myesha is very well organized and very professional, I always felt that all of my confidential information was secure. During the course of my case there were several associates that helped with my case and every one of them was very friendly and helpful. I always felt well taken care of.

Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2015 | Alimony

Alimony case

Heather Collier is an excellent attorney. I hired her to handle my alimony case. She is highly respected, extremely knowledgeable, confident and compassionate. She helped me get through every aspect of a difficult alimony case. She communicated with me constantly and never failed to answer my que...stions no matter what time of day or night. After using 2 previous attorneys, she was the one who was on top of her game and kept me informed of every detail. She digs under every stone to get the best for her clients. She is not afraid to take on any other attorneys and is well respected by the court. Her colleagues at Dragga, Hannon, Hessler & Wills were also very knowledgeable and helpful. I would highly recommend Heather for any family law issue.

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

26th Annual Professionalism Award, Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

2015

Top 50 Women Maryland, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Partner, Roberts Family Law LLC

2022 - 2024

Partner, Collier Florance Van Scoy LLC

2018 - 2021

Principal, Lerch Early & Brewer Chtd

2015 - 2018

Partner, Dragga Hannon Hessler & Wills LLP

2005 - 2015

Associate, Dragga Callahan Hannon & Hessler LLP

2004 - 2005

Law Clerk, D.C. Superior Court, The Honorable John Ramsey Johnson

Associations

2004 - Present

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Member

2016 - 2017

Women's Bar Association of Maryland (Montgomery County chapter)

President

2015 - 2017

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland

Executive Committee Member

Education

2004

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Denison University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland Family Law Section Presentation

Alimony and Child Support Tax Issues--The Top 5 Things Divorce Lawyers Need to Know

Languages

English

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