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Jolie Beth Weinberg

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About Jolie

A graduate of Ohio State University, with honors, and Georgetown University Law Center, Juris Doctor, Ms. Weinberg was a staff member of the Georgetown Journal of Legal Ethics and participated in clinical studies. Ms. Weinberg was elected as Co-President of the Maryland Collaborative Practice Group, the statewide umbrella collaborative organization. She was the founding President of the Howard County Collaborative Professional group, and is a past member of the Maryland State Bar Association Family and Juvenile Law Section Council. Jolie is the current chair of the Alternative Dispute Resolution for the Maryland State Bar Association.

Ms. Weinberg has presented parenting seminars for the National Family Resiliency Center, Inc. (NFRC) in Columbia, Maryland, the Maryland Institute for Continuing Professional Education of Lawyers, Inc., a speaker’s bureau for Maryland attorneys and various other organizations including Johns Hopkins University - APL, University of Maryland Law School and various business organizations. Ms. Weinberg is past President of the Maryland State Women’s Bar Association. She is also a member of the Maryland Judicial Nominating Commission. Jolie Weinberg was named a Maryland Super Lawyer and Top Attorney in Maryland by Baltimore Magazine in 2010-2019.  Additionally, in 2013-2019, Jolie was named one of the Top 50 Women Attorneys in Maryland by Baltimore Magazine.  Also, Ms. Weinberg has been named a top 100 attorney in the State of Maryland since 2015-2019.  She was recently interviewed on CNN for a previous case and won an importantly case before the Court of Special Appeals in Fall, 2019.

Practice areas

Child custodyMediationEmployee benefitsDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 50%

    31 years, 700 cases

  2. Employee benefits: 20%

    I draft retirement plans as a result of divorces including 401(k), 403(b), IRA, pension plans, savings plans, government pensions (TSP/FERS), military, state pensions, etc. these plans are often referred to as Qualified Domestic Relations Orders(QDROS) or Domestic Relations Orders(DROS).

    10 years, 215 cases

  3. Mediation: 20%

    I mediate private cases and court ordered mediation. I really love this area of my practice and feel honored to work with families to help resolve the issues and meet goals. I also see the value of avoiding court for the families' best interests.

    31 years, 250 cases

  4. Child custody: 10%

    31 years, 500 cases

Languages spoken

English

Contact

2000 Century Plaza, Suite 446
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Weinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C.

2000 Century Plaza, Suite 446
10632 Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, MD, 21044-6269

10632 Little Patuxent Parkway
Suite 446
Columbia, MD, 21044

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
MDActive199002/02/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 100 Lawyers in MarylandSuper Lawyers2018
Top 50 Women Lawyer in MarylandSuperLawyers2018
Top 50 Women Lawyer in MarylandSuperLawyers2017
Top 100 Lawyers in MarylandSuper Lawyers2017
Top 50 Women Lawyers in MarylandSuper Lawyers2016
Top 100 Lawyers in MarylandSuper Lawyers2016
Top 50 Women Attorneys in MarylandSuperLawyers2015
Top 100 lawyers in MarylandSuperLawyers2015
Top 50 Women Lawyers in MarylandSuper Lawyers2014
Top 100 Lawyers in MarylandSuper Lawyers2014
Top 50 Women Attorneys in MarylandSuper Lawyers Magazine2013
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2013
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2012
Pro Bono Service AwardWomen's Bar Association2012
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2011
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2010
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerWeinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C.1995 - Present
PartnerLaw Office of Jolie G. Weinberg1992 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
MSBA Alternative Dispute ResolutionSection Council Member2014 - Present
Howard County Law FoundationMember2013 - Present
Hon. James Macgill American Inn of CourtMember2003 - Present
Howard County Bar AssociationMember1995 - Present
Maryland State Women's Bar AssociationPast President1989 - Present
Maryland State Bar Association, Family & Juvenile Law SectionMemberN/A
Committee to Reelect Judge KramerChair2015 - 2016
Court of Appeals of MarylandMentor2015 - 2018
Maryland Association for JusticeMember2014 - 2017
Maryland Collaborative Practice CouncilPast President2009 - 2011
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember2006 - 2016
Maryland Judicial Nominating CommissionMember2003 - 2016
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Trial Reporter Magazine (MAJ)Recent Changes to the Maryland Domestic Violence Statutes and the Impact on the Family Law Practice2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Ohio State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1986
Ohio State University, ColumbusN/AN/A
Georgetown University Law CenterJD - Juris DoctorN/A
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Cross Training-How Real Estate and Estate Law Intersect with Family LawFamily Law2014
Mediation TrainingPension/QDRO's2014
Maryland State Bar AssociationEstate and Trust and real Estate2014
Co-Parenting ClassesThe Lawyer's Perspective on Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution2013
Best Interest Attorney TrainingPreparing and Presenting a Child’s Viewpoint: Including a Child’s Testimony and Alternatives to Direct Testimony2012
Annual ConferenceIt Takes a Village to Build a Durable Agreement2010
Interdisciplinary Collaborative Divorce TrainingThe Lawyer's Role2009
Children & Divorce CourseCollaborative LawN/A
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Allred v. AllredThe Court of Special Appeals overturned the lower court and upheld the terms of the parties' contract.

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Very Positive Experience

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My ex-spouse and I needed legal advice pertaining to the offer of a lump-sum pension payout from a former employer which would be split between the two of us. We weren't sure if a QDRO was necessary since our relationship has remained amicable. Jolie patiently and thoroughly walked us through the process and associated timeline while contacting the appropriate parties. In the end, we were able to accomplish our goal without an expensive or prolonged legal procedure, thanks to Jolie's expedient responses and high level of professionalism. We would recommend Jolie and her firm to others!
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QDROs are so important

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In 2004, Jolie Weinberg handled my divorce. I was broke, scared, and completely overwhelmed with everything. In the divorce, Jolie suggested, no, insisted, I get QDROs for my soon-to-be ex-husband's pensions. I didn't even understand what that meant, and retirement seemed so far away, but Jolie said to do it now, don't give it up in negotiations, you deserve this, and you will be glad later. We did it and it was filed with the divorce agreement. Well, my ex just retired last month, and I just got a letter that I will be receiving a monthly amount that REALLY makes a difference to my budget. I still care for one of my sons who has autism, and will for the rest of my life. This unexpected amount will make it a little bit easier. Thank you for doing what I needed then, even though I didn't understand, and looking out for my future.
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Wonderful experience

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Jolie Weinberg and her staff are professional, prompt, and supportive. Jolie helped me negotiate a very fair settlement agreement as a part of my collaborative divorce. She looked out for all of my family members, and included details that I would not have thought of. She was prompt in her responses and the process moved quickly and easily thanks to her. I highly recommend Jolie and her firm.
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Great experience

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Jolie, Jacquelyn, and team at Weinberg & Schwartz were a pleasure to work with. Their experience, professionalism, and patience helped me remain confident in our outcome. They were always accessible and willing to discuss my case, answer questions, and explain options. It is clear they take great pride in quality of their work. They quickly earned my trust and respect. I highly recommend their practice to anyone requiring family law services.
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Wonderful

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During a very difficult and stressful time in my life Jolie Weinberg was absolutely amazing. She was not only an amazing lawyer, she was a very kind person. During meditation she listened to what I needed and wanted. Jolie made sure that I understood everything along the way and was very patient when explaining things me. I am very satisfied with the outcome of my case. I highly, and without reservations, recommend Jolie Weinberg. She is wonderful!
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Brilliant Attorney - and much much more...

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Jolie Weinberg is an excellent attorney – she came recommended to me from my contacts in local public education where I served on and chaired a number of committees for PTA and the Board of Education. She is very well known and respected in those circles. After a long and drawn out contested divorce a decade and a half ago – it is difficult to even compare “life before” and “life after” her expert support. Jolie is exceptionally gifted at using the law as the tool it was intended for – to “heal” or “make one whole” As a single father with two daughters in tow – and a former spouse who seemed to wish to use the Court as a tool to punish us in any possible manner for leaving an abusive situation – Jolie was exceptionally brilliant. And she offers so much more than to simply represent your legal rights. She is well connected to the fabric of our community and has colleagues and connections in other disciplines to help with social services, counselling, psychiatric support, and finance. She is your consummate “one stop shop” for expert legal support – and connections to other support - to achieve a complete and whole life in the post litigation phase. My daughters have grown up to be professionals and are now happy and secure – and I owe the most instrumental phases of this to Jolie and her expert navigation to achieve a trio of happy and productive lives. This is such a stark and sharp contrast to the previous tumultuous life that we had endured before our new rich life… Ms. Weinberg has clearly earned a huge cache of “karma points” in her career….. She is the best!
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I loved working with her

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Jolie Weinberg, simply put, is THE BEST! She is so smart, supportive & thorough. She was wonderful to work with, even at the most difficult time in my life. She is a powerful advocate & got me an advantageous result, without the anxiety or cost of litigation. I’ve recommended her many times & do so highly & without reservation.
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Very professional and organized

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I am very grateful to the whole team at Weinberg & Schwartz. They cared about me and my children and pursued a methodical and ethical approach to protect us in the divorce. Everyone at their firm was knowledgeable, professional and organized. Ms. Weinberg went the extra mile in terms of her work and communication with me. I will always be grateful!
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Excellent work

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Jolie and her firm were very helpful with a QDRO agreement during my divorce. As a Certified Financial Planner, I see firsthand the need for qualified representation in even the smallest family law matters. I feel very comfortable referring her to my clients.
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Highly Recommended

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Ms. Weinberg was highly recommended to me by another attorney. Her staff was very responsive and attentive. When I consulted with Ms. Weinberg she provided me with excellent legal advice. It was refreshing to sit with a lawyer who actively listened to the situation and provided me with options. Ms. Weinberg and her entire staff are professional, knowledgeable and I highly recommend the entire firm for any family law matter.
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Kelley Spigel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 14, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Jolie and Jackie are my retirement asset gurus! I often refer clients to them to draft the appropriate orders for the transfer of retirement assets pursuant to divorce. My clients and I are always pleased with their thorough services.

Rahul Aggarwal

An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.

Nicholas Gaunt, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 21, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I recently worked with Ms. Weinberg on a complex interstate SAPCR / divorce matter crossing multiple jurisdictions and involving military law and also a school district. I have found Ms. Weinberg to be a rare cocktail of zealous advocate and gracious professional. She has a firm grasp of the dynamic issues that our clients confront when they are ambushed by their spouse and find themselves in need of representation. In our profession, it is rare to characterize an experience with a colleague as delightful, but that is exactly what my experience with this attorney has been. Within moments of reaching out to me, I found myself (literally!) completing her sentences as we fell into step about how to represent our client. Highly recommended.

Steven Lewicky

Jolie is a very experienced and well-respected attorney, and she is a leader in the Howard County legal community. She has broad experience representing clients in all types of domestic relations matters. I strongly endorse her and her firm.

David Ruben, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 27, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I highly recommend Jolie Weinberg and her law firm of Weinberg and Schwartz. I have known Jolie for more than 20 years and have always admired her ability to represent her client's to the highest degree. She is a superstar.

Brenda Fishbein, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Jolie is very knowledgeable in her practice and is very professional in her interactions with other attorneys and judges.

Amos Whitney, Family Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker

Jolie (successfully) wears many hats in her practice in Family Law. Jolie is child-focused, creative and savy when focusing on settlement negotiations; she is technically precise when drafting or editing Retirement Orders; and she is a fierce advocate for her clients when litigation is necessary. Most importantly, Jolie understands her clients' needs and concerns, which allows her to keep her clients informed and calm throughout their particular process.

Michael Bramnick, Family Attorney on Feb 5, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Jolie Weinberg is an extremely knowledgeable, hardworking and diligent family law attorney and advocate. I highly recommend her for any legal matters pertaining to divorce, custody, child support, alimony and related issues. She is great in this field.

Tracey Perrick, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 31, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker

Jolie is an excellent, family-focused, family law attorney and mediator. Jolie also drafts Retirement Orders - a rare skill among family law attorneys. Jolie obtains successful results for her clients, both in and out of Court. I admire Jolie for her ability to relate to any client and determine exactly what is needed in a case within minutes of hearing the facts.

Jonathan Kales

I endorse this lawyer.

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