Spencer M Hecht

Spencer M Hecht

4.1
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 23 years

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

111 Rockville Pike, Suite 740, Rockville, MD

About Spencer

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 25%

Have successfully handled multiple divorce, military divorce, separation agreements and similar cases.

27 years | 200 cases

25%
Family 25%

This field was chosen to include not only divorce, but custody and child support as well.

28 years | 300 cases

25%
Marriage and Prenuptials 25%

I have helped compose and filed prenuptial agreements in addition to post-nuptial agreements for clientele who so desire.

27 years | 100 cases

25%
Child Custody 15%

Have successfully handled a number of custody cases including grandparent custody, contested custody, and custody agreements.

27 years | 200 cases

15%
Child Support 10%

Have successfully handled a number of child support cases including arrears cases, order drafting and filing, and child support hearings.

27 years | 225 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 22 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2003

Good Standing

Licensed in Maryland for 23 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2002

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

Location

Hecht & Associates, LLC

111 Rockville Pike, Suite 740, Rockville, MD, 20850

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Spencer M Hecht's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Ruth O. | November 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Spencer Hecht is the Best!

I highly recommend Spencer Hecht and his firm to anyone looking for a dependable and highly qualified law firm. I have had the honor of having Spencer Hecht work directly on my case and he has done an exceptional job. From the first day I walked into his office he listened to what I had to say and he... put my mind at ease. I knew from the start I wanted him and his firm to represent me. Everyone at Hecht & Associates has been very warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and very professional. Spencer took the time to explain everything to me and always answered my emails promptly. Whenever a situation came up Spencer was always there for me and I always felt much better after speaking with him. I was amazed at how well he remembered every detail of my case, even at times better than me! He is very thorough, confident, and knows what he is doing. Spencer got me through the hardest time of my life and as he put it “My job is to make you whole again” and I can honestly say that is what he has done for me and it has been worth every penny.

Posted by Very Pleased Parent | August 27, 2013 | Child Custody

Great Firm!!

I first spoke with Spencer Hecht during one of the most difficult times of my life. I contacted his firm only days before my custody hearing, yet Mr. Hecht did not hesitate to take on my case despite the very short notice. At the time, I was unsatisfied with my current representation, and needed an... aggressive attorney to attend an expedited hearing with me to regain custody of my child. Mr. Hecht was understanding and reassuring as I explained the details of my complex custody situation. He was knowledgeable about child custody and responded to my phone calls and emails promptly. After retaining Hecht & Associates, Spencer immediately paired me with a senior litigator of the firm to begin preparing for my case. He drafted a letter on my behalf to my former council and as a result I received a complete refund of the retainer I provided to this attorney. My experience with Mr. Hecht was nothing but positive and exceeded my expectations. Though he did not represent me personally, he made certain that my case received the immediate attention that was needed. I was represented by another professional, knowledgeable, aggressive member of his team that arrived to court confident and well prepared and I am thrilled to say that I was awarded Primary custody of my child! Every employee of the firm that I interacted with was not only professional, but helpful and I highly recommend Spencer Hecht of Hecht & Associate Law Firm to anyone seeking representation in a child custody matter. Their level of commitment and expertise exceeded my expectation. My child is now at home with me, and I could not be happier with the outcome.

Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Compassionate and determined attorney

Mr. Hecht was incredibly knowledgable, persistent, and aggressive attorney who kept me calm during the entire process of obtaining a peace order. I felt confident having him on my side, and he kept me informed every step of the way. He was a pleasure to work with and his whole office was incredibly h...elpful.

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Spencer M Hecht's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Gross

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Just finished a divorce case with this lawyer. I found him to be professional, savvy, and courteous. Clients ended up with a win/win solution."

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Jeffrey Henry

Family lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Silverman

Family lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Spencer is an amazing partner and encourages each and every employee of his to strive for success. I endorse him and his law firm Hecht & Associates, LLC."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.

Commission Reprimand issued in MD, 2017

updated on 04/25/2018

Honors

2002

Phi Delta Phi Honors Award, Phi Delta Phi

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner & Head Attorney, Hecht & Associates, LLC

Associations

2005 - Present

Bar Association of Montgomery County

Member

2002 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Phi Delta Phi

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Child Support Arrears

Final Payment: $2500.00

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Education

2002

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Wisconsin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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