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Biography
Sarah Novak Nesbitt is the Managing Attorney of Family Law at the Family Legal Advocacy Group, L.L.C. Prior to that position, Sarah was an associate with Weinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C. Sarah’s practice focuses on collaborative divorce, advising clients in mediation, representation of children in contested cases, estate planning, adoption, guardianship of children, and litigation. Sarah has been an at-large board member for the Howard County Chapter of the Women’s Bar Association since 2010, is a regular volunteer at the Family Law Clinic at the Circuit Court for Howard County, and is a member of the Howard County Collaborative Professionals, the Howard County Bar Association, and the Maryland State Bar Association.
Sarah graduated cum laude from the University of Maryland School of Law in 2009, where she won the Maryland Public Interest Law Project Pro Bono Student of the Year award for her work in starting a pro bono project for law students in partnership with Project HEAL through the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service and Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. While in law school, Ms. Nesbitt worked as a volunteer with domestic violence victims through the House of Ruth and focused her academic work on courses such as Domestic Violence and the Law, Children and the Law, Children and Divorce, Mediation in Family Law, and Families, Contracts, and Status. Sarah’s work in law school also focused on alternative dispute resolution options for families, including collaborative law. As an undergraduate student, Sarah studied family dynamics and infant and child development, and she graduated magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame with degrees in psychology and sociology. Prior to attending law school, Ms. Nesbitt worked as a full time volunteer teacher at a scholarship school for low-income middle school boys in Baltimore City. In 2011, 2012, and 2013, Sarah was named as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for her work in family law.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
30%
Child Custody
20%
Family
20%
Adoption
15%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 3 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 16 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Perhaps among the best in her field in this area
I hired Ms. Sarah Novak Nesbitt recently to represent me in my separation and child custody case. I did not end up going to the court hence cannot evaluate her performance in front of a judge. I strongly recommend Ms. Novak Nesbitt especially if one intends to settle her/his case rather than contest ...
Posted by Tom | February 12, 2013 | Family
Sarah Novak Nesbitt: Distinguishing Characteristics
Sarah Novak Nesbitt: Distinguishing Characteristics : . Exceptional professionalism and knowledge of Family Law. Experienced. . Genuine interest and practice of keeping client fees contained. . Provide a realistic picture of what you need to know versus what you want to hear ( asset versus i...
Sarah Novak Nesbitt's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sarah served as a best interest attorney for our client. From the beginning and throughout the difficult case she was thorough, responsive, and always kept the best interests of the children at the forefront. I have also referred several clients to Sarah for post-divorce retirement orders. It is always a pleasure to work with Sarah."
"Sarah is an experienced, knowledgeable and thoughtful family law attorney. I recommend her for anyone in need of legal counsel."
"Sarah is one of those family law attorneys that has the rare ability to immediately see right to the heart of the matter and assist her clients reach a resolution that is best for the client and the children. Sarah is a tough litigator when she has to be, but simultaneously reasonable and family-focused. Sarah is an excellent representative of children, with experience and background in child development that not all family attorneys have. I highly recommend Sarah for all types of family law cases, but especially mediation/settlement/collaborative and Best Interest Attorney work."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Sarah on a number of cases. She is always polite and respectful of myself and my client, while remaining a zealous advocate for her client."
"Sarah is an extremely hardworking attorney who will advocate for her client's best interest without forgetting to uphold the integrity of the legal profession. It is always a pleasure to know that she is representing opposing party in a case."
"Sarah Nesbitt is among the most knowledgeable and talented family law attorneys I know. She is a caring and zealous advocate on behalf of her clients. I highly recommend this attorney."
"I am pleased to endorse Sarah. Sarah is an excellent attorney. Her advocacy, attention to detail, and comprehensive approach makes her an outstanding advocate for her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Baltimore Finest 2014, Baltimore City Paper
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Pro Bono Student of the Year, Maryland Public Interest Law Project
2006
Leadership Scholar, University of Maryland School of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Adjunct Professor of Children and Divorce, University Of Maryland School Of Law
2014 - Present
Managing Attorney of Family Law, Family Legal Advocacy Group, L.L.C.
2009 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Weinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C.
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, Weinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C.
Associations
2014 - Present
Divorce Roundtable of Montgomery CountySecretary
Howard County Women's Bar Association
Vice President
Howard County Collaborative Practice
Member
Maryland State Bar Association
Member
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
Member
Howard County Bar Association
Member
Women's Bar Association of Maryland
Member
Education
2009
University of Maryland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
University of Notre Dame
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Alternative Dispute Resolution Presentation
Collaborative Law
Languages
English