Christopher R. vanRoden

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Christopher R. vanRoden

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Family Lawyer at Bel Air, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +3 more

206 N Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD

Virtual Consultation Available

About Christopher

Biography

My Clients Are Treated With Integrity & Respect For Their Needs, Goals And Objectives.

My Clients Are Treated With Integrity & Respect For Their Needs, Goals And Objectives.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

30%
Family 30%

Divorce, mediation, custody, property issues, alimony.

35 years

30%
Child Custody 15%

15%
Child Support 15%

15%
Mediation 5%

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 40 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Christopher R. vanRoden

206 N Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD, 21014-3242

vanrodenlaw.com/

Christopher R. vanRoden's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Samuel Walto | April 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce and family issue

Chris handled my divorce 8 years ago and since then I have been able to reach out to Chris for great straight forward advice and help. He is honest , straightforward, dependable and I full heartedly believe he always has my best interests at heart. I truly recommend Chris and glad that I found him t...o represent me along the way in life. GOD Bless Thanks Chris

Posted by Melissa | August 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

"Best Divorce Attorney in Harford County" per Opposing Counsel

Chris Van Roden came highly recommended by a Lawyer friend of mine. Against my better judgement, I briefly considered reconciling with my husband, and it was during that time that he told me his attorney (H.Brucker from HdG) said 'VanRoden is the best divorce attorney in Harford County'. My husba...nd was angry and said his lawyer was afraid of mine. That said, I was all alone, and my husband and his family were seemingly so much stronger & more resourceful than me. Chris advocated for me in a professional and firm manner, and I was very pleased with the results. Chris met with me the day before our Settlement Hearing and knew exactly what I wanted. He was so confident and prepared that he rarely needed to speak with me during the negotiations. Chris and I looked like an unstoppable Team. Meanwhile, my husband and his lawyer were scrambling. Chris is so highly respected in Harford County that Judges, Lawyers, Court Reporters, and Security Guards walking thru the hallways seemed proud to shake his hand. Chris wouldn't agree, but from my perspective that day, it looked like Chris Van Roden owned that Courthouse. Admittedly, I didn't like paying legal fees (no one does) but Chris was worth every penny. My new motto: Whoever said....... 'Money can't buy happiness", NEVER paid for a divorce! Thank you Chris....,for the journey, my settlement, and my freedom!

Posted by Mary | February 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

You Know What To Expect

I hired Mr. Van Roden for my divorce and was pleased with his support, honesty and results. He was very forthright and realistic, explaining how the process worked. I knew he had my best interest at heart and was working for me.

Posted by lisa | February 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

attorney

I just went through he'll with my personal lifr. My divorce isn't final yet, Chris van roden had been there for my son and I every step. My son and had been thrown out of my house this last year two weeks before. Christmas. Chris has been there for my family and I 100 percent. Thank you Chris I have ...my little boy!.

Posted by Kate | March 27, 2015

Excellent Attorney

I retained Christopher Van Riden for representation. I found him to be very professional and well prepared in court. He is an attorney with integrity and I found him to be fair and honest. He was sensitive about custody issues, fair and up standing. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking leg...al representation.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Pro Bono, Harford County Bar Foundation

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Christopher VanRoden

Associations

1997 - Present

Solo & Small Firm Practice Section Council Maryland State Bar Association

Past Chair

1990 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Family & Juvenile Law Secton

1985 - Present

American Bar Association

Family Law Section

2019 - 2020

Maryland State Bar Association, Family and Juvenile Law Section

Chair

2018 - 2019

Maryland State Bar Association, Family and Juvenile Law Section

Chair Elect

Education

1985

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Baltimore

Master of Public Administration

1980

University of Baltimore

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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