$ 350-400 per hour
PRO
also known as Joehl Law
Virtual Consultation Available
For over twenty years Ms. Joehl has focued her practice on contested family law litigation; including separation, divorce, high asset marital property division, use and possession of the family home, alimony, contested custody, grandparent custody and access, modification and contempt/enforcement actions, pre and post-nuptial agreements, child support and domestic/intimate partner violence.
Ms. Joehl is a court-approved representative for children in contested custody cases, she is also a court approved mediator for custody and divorce property matters. Ms. Joehl is a compassionate counselor and zealous advocate who uses her psychology background and training to better understand and serve her clients needs as they transition through changes in family structure. Ms. Joehl is fully prepared to successfully manage your change in family structure through negotiation, mediation and, when needed, litigation. She will help you pick and follow the best path out, and the best path forward,
Ms. Joehl is also a trained and court approved mediator and can help you and your co-parent create a parenting plan for success to avoid the expense, financial and emotional, of a contested custody battler.
Ms. Joehl is a member of the Montgomery County Bar Association, Frederick County Bar Association, Maryland State Bar Association, American Bar Association, and the Maryland Association for Justice as well as an Inn of Court Master of the Bench.
Ms. Joehl is a lifelong resident of Montgomery County, Maryland and an active volunteer in her community and the City of Gaithersburg where she has resided and raised her family for more than twenty years.
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31 years
31 years
31 years
$ 350-400 per hour
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
51 Monroe Street, St 408, Rockville, MD, 20850
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Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I highly recommend Attorney Virginia B Joehl for any family law matters. She is exceptionally honest, dedicated, and always prioritizes her clients' best interests. Her professionalism and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes make her a truly outstanding attorney. I am very grateful for...
Posted by Sulman | February 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I was referred to Virginia by another up and coming lawyer and hiring Virginia as my custody lawyer is by far one of the best decisions I have made! From the very first time I spoke to Mrs.Joehl over the phone I immediately knew she was the one! She honestly got me through one of the most difficult ...
Thank you so much, it was a such a pleasure winning tour case for you and knowing your son will continue to reside in your excellent care! Best to both of you.
Posted by Anne | November 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Anyone looking for a highly skilled Family Law Attorney in Maryland need not look any further. Virginia Joehl is the most caring and compassionate attorney I have had. From the first day I walked into her office, Virginia went above and beyond to help me in every possible way. While I was going throu...
Posted by Linus | June 7, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Virginia is by far the best family lawyer in this century. She has done a tremendous job on my very challenging and exquisitely sensitive family matter over the last several months. Joehl delivered an efficient and highly effective service while maintaining straight forward and honest communication a...
Posted by Paul | February 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I am profoundly impressed with her intelligence, insights, strategies and successes on my behalf. I am so grateful I have her on my side! Her knowledge, skills, experience and abilities make her a very valuable ally. Do yourself a favor and hire Virginia Joehl!
"I endorse this lawyer. Virginia zealously advocates for her client and she is a superior attorney. She is competent and knowledgeable concerning all aspects of Family Law."
"I had cases against Virginia and was impressed with her to the point that I recommended that my firm hire her. Virginia and I subsequently worked together for 4 years until I left the firm. I have since referred cases to her and give her my highest recommendations based on her knowledge of the law, but also in her skill as a negotiator and litigator and applying the law."
"Virginia is a great asset to our team and we are thrilled to have her hard work and determination on our side. She knows what the clients need and her aggressiveness and friendly demeanor are characteristics that any client would benefit from."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a strong advocate for her clients and and reasonable attorney to work with."
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2025
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2024
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2023
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2023
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2022
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Client's Choice Child Custody, AVVO
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Certificate of Appreciation, Montgomery County Commission of Women Counseling and Career Center
2012 - Present
Senoir Litigaion Associate, Hecht & Associates LLC
2007 - Present
Senior Litigation Associate, Haspel & McLeod, PC
2004 - 2006
Principal, Law Office Virginia B. Joehl
2000 - 2004
Litigator, Rubloff & Moffett, LLC
2017 - Present
Inns of CourtMaster of the Bench
1995 - Present
Maryland State Bar Association, Family and Juvenile Law Section
1995 - Present
Montgomery Bar Association, Family Law Section
2013 - 2017
Inns of CourtBarrister
$2,000 month in alimony and child support and joint custody
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
Discovery
2012
Child Custody Issues
2011
Divorce Seminar
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