Jessica Leigh Zarrella

Jessica Leigh Zarrella

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

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

110 North Washington Street, Suite 300-25, Rockville, MD

About Jessica

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

DWI’s/DUI's, MVA Hearings, Misdemeanor and Felony Criminal Defense, Juvenile Criminal Defense, Violations of Probation, Sentencing Modifications, Peace and Protective Orders, Domestic Violence.

50%
Family 50%

Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Custody and Support Modifications, Peace and Protective Orders.

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 19 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Jessica L. Zarrella, LLC

110 North Washington Street, Suite 300-25, Rockville, MD, 20850

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Jessica Leigh Zarrella's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Mike | February 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best experience ever!

Amazing lawyer. Mrs. Zarrella was the best lawyer that I ever had the pleasure of working with. She made the process of a custody battle easier through constant communication and explanations of each step of the process. Fought hard for what I asked her to do. Would definitely recommend to anyone and... everyone and would hire her again.

Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Criminal Defense Attorney

Jessica & I worked on a matter together. She goes above & beyond to defend her clients. She runs out all grounds balls, interviews any possible witnesses, argues motions tenaciously, & commands an impressive knowledge of case law and criminal procedure. Anyone charged with a crime in MD would be luck...y to have her as a defense attorney. She would be my choice hands down!

Posted by James | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic Attorney

Jessica handled my divorce. She was a excellent attorney. She was direct, responsive, well prepared and fantastic in court. I would highly recommend her to anyone going through a divorce.

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Jessica Leigh Zarrella's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sandra Guzman Salvado

Family lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Jessica. She is Of Counsel to my firm and I can always count on her being prepared, organized, and a zealous advocate for clients I trust in her hands. I like working with her because I can always count on her doing what she says she will do. Every client that we have worked together on is very happy and satisfied with her work."

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Geralyn Lawrence

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Jessica Zarrella to be a tireless advocate who obtains amazing results for her criminal and family law clients alike. She is well known throughout Montgomery County and Maryland and uses every experience as a litigator and certified mediator to get the very best results for her clients. Her past as a prosecutor gives her the advantage of knowing the system and its weaknesses inside and out. But most importantly, because she truly cares about her clients, it shows - in her meticulous attention to detail, relentless trial preparation and her reputation of success. Without hesitation, I highly recommend her!"

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Edward Merrell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We handled a case that crossed state lines. She is fantastic! Brilliant! Our mutual client was in great hands and was always cooperative with me despite the miles apart. She will fight for you and make you her priority."

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Bereket Tesfu

Litigation lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart, thorough, prepared, experienced, and tenacious. She has a way with clients and people in general that complements all those strengths. If you have a difficult legal problem or are heading for a big showdown in court, this is the lawyer you want standing with you at the table."

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Seth Zucker

Family lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Jessica for 10 years, and she is one of the most tenacious, committed, and hard-working attorneys I have ever known. She is a fantastic trial attorney and litigator, has a deep-knowledge of law, and is a zealous advocate for her clients."

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Adam Harris

Family lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jessica is a tireless advocate who fights zealously and skillfully on behalf of her clients."

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Patrick Hanifin

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Zarrella and I have worked on a few matters together over the last several months. Ms. Zarrella is compassionate, easy to work with and fights for her client. She focuses on the best interests of all the parties to come to fair an reasonable outcome. I would reccomend her legal services to any of my clients. Ms. Zarrella is an outstanding attorney and I look forward to working with her in the future. I endorse her services."

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Geralyn Lawrence

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2006

Presidential Management Fellow, The Presidential Management Fellowship

Work Experience

2017 - 2018

Associate, The McKeon Law Firm

2007 - 2017

Assistant State's Attorney, Montgomery County State's Attorney

Associations

2018 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Board of Directors

2014 - Present

Montgomery American Inn of Court

Barrister

2013 - Present

Attorney Grievance Commission, State of Maryland, Peer Review Committee

Member

2011 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Bar Leader

2009 - Present

Animal Review Official, City of Rockville

Animal Review Official

2007 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2014

Montgomery County Bar Association, Inns of Court

Barrister

2010 - 2012

Montgomery County Bar Association, Inns of Court

Associate Member

2008 - 2012

Montgomery County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Co-chair

2008 - 2015

Montgomery County Bar Association, Legal Ethics Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v Katrina Ben

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Education

2006

Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Georgetown University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Georgetown University Law School

Public Service and Law

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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