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Joan M Weiss
About Joan
Biography
I devote the majority of my practice to helping divorcing clients reach a total resolution of their disputes without the added stress, cost and time of litigation. I strongly believe that family issues are best solved by the family members themselves, with the help of appropriate professionals. Mediation and Collaborative law are two methods that offer families the necessary resources to address the challenges that divorce presents, and allow them to reach a resolution that is uniquely suited to their situation. I give my clients the individual attention and support they need during this difficult transition time in their lives.
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Licensed in Maryland for 40 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 41 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 42 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
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Joan M. Weiss
51 Monroe Street, Suite 1901, Rockville, MD, 20850
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Divorce & Separation
Posted by Livio | December 15, 2011 | Divorce & Separation
One of a kind!
I couldn't stretch enough my respect and trust toward Mrs Joan Weiss. I went a long way through the legal field, met hundreds of lawyers, dealt with dozens of them... Just to admire even more this professional classy Lady with all the sophisticated senses of fairness, knowledge and dedication. She is...
Joan M Weiss's Lawyer Endorsements
"Joan Weiss is an exceptional collaborative divorce attorney and mediator. An accomplished problem solver and compassionate advocate, Joan brings tremendous energy and understanding to help her clients achieve creative resolutions that suit their unique family needs. Joan is also very generous with her colleagues. She is an active leader in the collaborative community, and often takes time to mentor newer attorneys. I enthusiastically endorse Joan Weiss."
Linda Pelham
Family lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Family Law Attorney, Joan M. Weiss, Attorney-at-Law
Associations
2012 - Present
Leadership MontgomeryGraduate/Member
2009 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2007 - Present
Collaborative Dispute Resolution ProfessionalsMember
2005 - Present
Circuit Court of Montgomery County MarylandFamily Law Facilitator
1987 - Present
Bar Association of Montgomery County MarylandMember
2013 - 2015
Bar Association of Montgomery County MarylandCollaborative Law Committee Chair
2009 - 2011
Collaborative Dispute Resolution ProfessionalsBoard Member/Committee Chair
2007 - 2011
Conflict Resolution Center of Montgomery County MarylandVolunteer Mediator
Sample of Legal Cases
Child Support Mediation
A budget was created to address the children's needs and parents' needs. A joint account was established to help the parents cover the necessary expenses in an equitible way.
Collaborative Divorce Case
Through the team approach of collaborative law, the couple resolved all issues to their satisfaction. They were supported by attorneys, coaches and a finacial expert. All professionals worked together to help the family come to a durable solution.
Mediation of Asset division
Mediator helped the couple identify their needs and preferences. Through the brainstorming process, the couple arrived at a solution that was agreeable to each of them.
Custody Mediation
Mediator included a child specialist in the mediation process to help parents identify ways to work together in the best interests of the child. Child now spends equal time with each parent.
Mediation of Relocation case
Resolved that Mother could move out of state with child and she would pay costs incurred by Father to travel to see the child on a regular basis.
Education
1983
George Washington University National Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
University of Virginia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Annual Networking and Educational Forum for Collaborative Professionals
Relocation and Divorce: A Call for Collaborative Dispute Resolution
Languages
English