Brian K Pearlstein

Brian K Pearlstein

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Gaithersburg, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

16061 Comprint Cricle, Gaithersburg, MD

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 21%

32 years

21%
Child Custody 17%

32 years

17%
Child Support 17%

32 years

17%
Alimony 10%

32 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 33 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1993

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 34 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Brian K Pearlstein

16061 Comprint Cricle, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878

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Brian K Pearlstein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 28 reviews

Posted by Katherine | April 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Consummate professional

Brian consistently demonstrates the highest ethics. He does not seek to undermine or undercut the opposition; he will represent you with the utmost integrity. You can be certain he will work to advocate for the best results for you and your children. The first concern he had the entire time he worked... for me was for my daughter's well-being and her best interests. He is knowledgeable and acts with great insight and wisdom.

Posted by Divorced mother of two | October 19, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Intimidating, but isn't that the point?

There is seriously NO ONE else I would want on my side of the table or courtroom than Mr. Pearlstein. Please do not mistake his demeanor as detached. I have no doubt he has been fully engaged throughout his service as my attorney. I respect his ethics and his conduct. He is not there to be my friend,... and that is how it should be. He does his job, and does it well with and unemotional sense of what is appropriate and what his client can handle. He will NOT push a client to do what he knows they cannot do. But he will advise them well on strategies for future consideration. You may have to give a little today, in order to come back later and fight harder when you CAN. THAT is what makes him outstanding.

Posted by Tod | September 10, 2014 | Family

Simply Amazing

Brian Pearlstein (BRP Family Law) earned my highest possible recommendation by clearly out-performing the stellar reputation that preceded him. He was nothing short of spectacular from every aspect imaginable. The whole matter was handled with the utmost class, professionalism and sensitivity. Bri...an devised a comprehensive winning strategy, was always very well prepared, and executed flawlessly. This all resulted in a tremendous outcome for my children and me, while minimizing billing throughout the process. I could not have been more pleased with Brian, his staff, and the result!

Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Brian Pearlstein Review

Felt he was a little distant in my case. Not fully engaged. I feel he encouraged me to settle when we should have proceeded.

Brian Pearlstein

Replied last September 09, 2014

I am always fully engaged and responsive to my clients. Additionally, I always try to provide clients with the best advice and most objective views on the issues at hand. The risks and increased cost of litigation must be weighed against the potential outcome by proceeding to trial. Ultimately, it is the client's decision whether to settle or proceed to trial.

Posted by Sandeep | September 09, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Best divorce lawyer in Maryland

He did an excellent job with my divorce and then handled the case when I needed complete custody of my son

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Brian K Pearlstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Johnston

Family lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I was fortunate to get my start in family law working with Brian. He is a superlative lawyer. Brian is an expert on all aspects of family law. He is thorough and meticulous in his preparation and a zealous advocate for his clients. Anyone lucky enough to be represented by Brian will be in extremely good hands."

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John Discavage

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer in the areas of Divorce and Family Law."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers

2013

Maryland Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Top Family Law Attorney, Washingtonian Magazine

2013

Top 100 Attorney in Maryland, Maryland Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer Maryland, Super Lawyers

2012

Top Family Law Attorney, Washingtonian Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer Maryland, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Top Family Law Attorney, Washingtonian Magazine

2011

Maryland Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Maryland Super Lawyers 2010, Super Lawyers

2010

Washington D.C. Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Managing Partner, Brodsky Renehan Pearlstein & Bouquet, Chtd.

2001 - 2007

Partner, Brodsky, Greenblatt, Renehan & Pearlstein, Chtd.

1995 - 2000

Associate, Brodsky, Greenblatt & Renehan, Chtd

1991 - 1995

Associate, Leftwich & Douglas

Associations

2011 - Present

Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington

Board of Directors

2010 - Present

Montgomery Bar Association, Family Law Section

Co-chair

2010 - Present

Johns Hopkins Childrens Center Corporate Advisory Board

Member

American Bar Association

Montgomery County Bar Association

District of Columbia Bar Association

Education

1991

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

Womens Commission

Divorce

Publications

2009

MICPEL - Divorce and Separation Law Pleading and Litigation Tactics

Languages

English

Activity

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