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

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4.1 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great professional job!

Mr. Hecht helped me fighting for my children's custody using his professional knowledge, excellent skills, and more important with his firm confidence. My case was about taking back custody of my children from ex and it was really a crappy nasty case which made me crashed for many years. Mr. Hecht an...d his team were working on it shortly and resolved the accumulated problems one by one amazingly. This really moved the heavy stone and nightmare from me and my children. Really appreciate and highly recommend Mr. Hecht and his team!!

Posted by Nicole | August 11, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Have a tough custody case? Spencer Hecht is your man!

I love Spencer Hecht. He has a no nonsense approach. He is tough, and tells it like it is. He is knowledgeable and can handle very tough divorce/custody cases. Our custody case wasn't ease because of the mental illness issues of my husbands ex-wife. Spencer was able to see through her BS and do ...what was best for my step-son. I would highly recommend him!

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 | September 04, 2012 | Litigation

Aggressive and Compassionate Attorney!!

I had the pleasure of working on a case as Mr. Hecht’s client. Although the case did not have strong financial implications, Mr. Hecht handled the case with the utmost determination and perseverance. Ultimately, we prevailed and for that, I am satisfied. For cases large or small, especially those req...uiring Spencer’s excellent litigation skills, I will certainly call on his services once again.

Posted by Terri | September 04, 2012 | Child Custody

Best Child Custody Attorney Ever!

I retained Spencer Hecht to help me with a pressing and complicated child custody matter. From my first telephone contact with Spencer he demonstrated a quick grasp of the facts and explained the legal steps that I needed to take immediately to protect my children, and thereafter provided excellent... legal advice and litigation services to obtain a satisfactory result - I am happy to give him my highest recommendation.

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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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