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Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Bel Air, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support ... +6 more

About Katherine

Biography

Katherine Kole Thompson has been a resident of Harford County for her entire life. She attended Harford Day School and the John Carroll School. Katie completed her undergraduate degrees in biology and psychology at Boston College in 1990, graduating cum laude and as a Scholar of the College. While at Boston College, she competed on the varsity swimming team and completed the Boston Marathon in 1990. Returning closer to home to attend law school at the University of Maryland, Katie graduated from law school in 1993 and was admitted to the Maryland Bar that same year. While attending law school full-time, Katie was a student attorney representing juvenile offenders, served as associate editor for The Business Lawyer Law Journal, and worked as a law clerk for two law firms.

After graduating from law school, Katie worked for one year as the law clerk to the Honorable William O. Carr, Administrative Judge of the Circuit Court for Harford County. This allowed her to work in the Courthouse, become familiar with court personnel, and obtain first-hand knowledge of the local court’s inner workings. When Katie finished her clerkship with Judge Carr, she began her private practice in Bel Air, MD.

Katie works in the areas of family law (divorce, custody, visitation and child support), criminal and traffic defense, and personal injury (auto accidents and medical malpractice). She also prepares wills, living wills and powers of attorney. Katie is licensed to practice law in Maryland, the District of Columbia (inactive) and the federal court system.

Katie served on the Board of Directors of the Harford County Bar Foundation 1995-2015 (President from 1998-99). She served on the Board of Managers for Harford County YMCA (1998-99). Katie served on the Harford County Bar Association Executive Council from 2004-07. Katie currently serves on the Family Law Advisory Committee and the Bench/Bar Committee for the Harford County Bar Association. In 2015 Katie co-founded the Harford County Chapter of the Women’s Bar Association (President 2015-17). Katie is a statewide board member of the Women’s Bar Association of Maryland from 2018 – present. She is also President Elect of the Harford County Bar Association for 2018-19.

Katie and her husband, Aaron, live in Harford County with their two daughters.

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Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

Your children are your most important asset. To make sure your parenting schedule is fair to both parents, call Attorney Thompson today for a case evaluation.

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Child Support 20%

Raising a child is expensive and both parents should be held responsible for providing for their child. Child support is a financial contribution made to the custodial parent from the noncustodial parent. Let Attorney Thompson find you a fair outcome

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Divorce and Separation 20%

If you are looking to end your marriage, Attorney Thompson can help you through this. Chances are good it will be an emotionally trying and difficult period in your life. You will need a lawyer that is compassionate yet aggressive.

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Family 20%

Attorney Thompson is a premier family law attorney that can help you with your family legal needs. She has over 26 years of experience helping people in Maryland through their family issues. Give her a call now.

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Adoption 5%

Every adoption is as unique as the family who wants to adopt. Attorney Thompson assists prospective parents wanting to build their families through adoption. She helps you understand adoption laws and how they apply to your specific case.

Alimony 5%

Most marriages are not split evenly when it comes to salaries or savings, and one of the spouses is often destined to leave the marriage in a worse economic situation than what they grew accustomed to during the marriage. Call Attorney Thompson

Child Abuse 5%

Uncontested Divorce 3%

Domestic Violence 2%

With domestic violence cases, there are two sides to every story. Attorney Thompson, is experienced at representing victims of domestic violence crimes and those who are accused of committing them. For a better future, call Attorney Thompson

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Licensed in Maryland for 32 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 30 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1996

Inactive

No misconduct found

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Schlaich & Thompson, Chartered

(410) 983-6469

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(410) 838-0004

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1318 East Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014-4707

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Katherine Kole Thompson's Reviews

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6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jennifer | September 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Katie should be your first choice if you’re looking for a divorce lawyer.

During my separation, I met with Katie multiple times on a consulting basis. She was extremely patient and helpful, explaining all the details I could expect based on different situations. I hired her to represent me during my divorce, and I am so glad I did. She not only represented my best inter...ests, she helped me be stronger and more assertive during the process. Katie is the consummate professional. She understands the difficulties, both legal and emotional, inherent in a divorce and will patiently support you during the process. If you listen to her, you won’t go wrong.

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Posted by Patricia | March 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Superb Job

Attorney Thompson is the consummate professional. I met her on the day of court. Her ability to inform and guide through the entire process was remarkable. She was smart and exuded confidence that allowed us to feel the same way. We were extremely pleased with her strategy and the results and would m...ost definitely recommend her highly.

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Posted by Nicole | March 23, 2012

Excellent

If you want an attorney who is detail oriented and on the ball.... visit Ms. Thompson. you won't be dissatisfied. She is awesome! She exerts as much effort as you do and then some!

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