Kim Stepanuk

Kim Stepanuk

also known as Kim Elizabeth Sorensen

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Columbia, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Alimony, Child Custody ... +5 more

10015 Old Columbia Road, Suite B215, Columbia, MD

About Kim

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Contracts and Agreements 10%

Marital Separation and Settlement Agreements, Co-Habitation Agreements, Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Post-Nuptial Agreements, Commercial Contracts, Vendor Contracts, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Small Business Documents and Business Formation Documents

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 9 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 12 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Mulinazzi Law Office

10015 Old Columbia Road, Suite B215, Columbia, MD, 21046

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Kim Stepanuk's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable, Credible , Confident Lawyer

Kim helped me understand what it would take to have a custody change completed and what steps I needed to take in order to have my ex-husband handle his financial responsibilities.

Posted by Patty | August 5, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Above and Beyond, Brilliant.

To look back, on my previous journey. The pain is still so real, achingly. If it hadn't been for Kim Stepanuk, I would be living a train wreck on a daily basis. Kim believed in me. Kim fought for me, she gave me strength when I was so weak. I was a Pro Bono and very much caught in a vicious web of... lies, that had accumulated over the years. I was innocent and Kim had a gut feeling that I was innocent. Because of Kim's Brilliant Mind she was able to help me untangle accusations that were being manipulated, magnified. If it wasn't for Kim I could be living on the street, right now. Kim is a very aggressive Attorney, nothing but the facts. We became a great team. Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank Goodness for Kim Stepanuk #1 Attorney

Posted by anonymous | August 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent representation and customer service.

Very satisfied with Ms. Stepanuk's representation in my child custody case. Very detailed and accessible.

Posted by Michele | August 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professionalism at its best

My field is not law. Kim is the consummate professional. She explains the law in term that can be understood and she gets to the bottom line, no matter how difficult it is to hear. Her guidance was crucial to me to make the decisions that needed to be made. She is in your corner every step of the wa...y.

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful First Attorney Experience

Kim Stepanuk is the first lawyer I have ever had the pleasure of working with. She is consistently thorough, professional, compassionate and kind. She was extremely diligent with answering my questions, clarifying the legal process, and filing paperwork to an impeccably high standard. I highly recom...mend Ms. Stepanuk and The Mulinazzi Law Office to anyone seeking a divorce in Maryland.

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Kim Stepanuk's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amos Whitney

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kim and her colleagues work very hard for their clients. I know first-hand that she is thoughtful, detail oriented, and a great advocate for her clients."

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Evan Koslow

Child custody lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Kim, both as opposing counsel, and while serving as a best interest attorney. Her work ethic and ability to advocate for her client while looking at the bigger picture is impeccable. I always look forward to working with Kim."

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Kimberly Arn

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Kim is hard working, intelligent, always professional and a strong advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Jessica Zadjura

Unknown lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kim is an intelligent and well respected member of the legal community with whom I enjoy working with. I know that despite our respective clients having differing/opposing l positions in a case, she and I will be able to work together with the utmost professionalism and courtesy."

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Megan O'Connor

Family lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have recently had the opportunity to work with Ms. Sorensen on several matters. I was impressed by her incredible depth of knowledge in the areas of divorce and custody law. Her dedication to her clients and the diligence she puts forth on every case with which she is involved is truly impressive. I would recommend Kim to anyone looking for an attorney in a family law matter."

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Sandra Holt

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kim is an excellent attorney. Her knowledge of the law is outstanding and she is able to think outside the box to provide solutions for her clients. She also a gifted litigator and shines in Court. I highly recommend Kim Sorensen."

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Shannon Kowitz

Family lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Sorenson is an excellent attorney. She applies her vast knowledge of the law to her cases benefiting her clients and allowing her to be a step ahead of any opposing counsel. She informs her clients about the process and likely outcomes; therefore, her clients are rarely surprised by their result. She is well prepared for court and acts professionally when interacting with other attorneys and the Court. I would refer any client looking for a family law attorney to Ms. Sorenson."

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Thomas Mulinazzi

Child custody lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Kim is an excellent lawyer. She is always extremely prepared for trial and she's able to settle even the most contentious cases. When the cases can't settle and they go to trial her experience as a judicial law clerk is evident in her strong court room presence and her examination style. She is well regarded by the bench. She is an active member of the legal community and has donated hundreds of pro bono hours to the Maryland volunteer lawyer service I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Stepanuk

Family lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kim is a hard working and dedicated attorney who zealously represents clients in all family matters."

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Kumudha Kumarachandran

Unknown lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kim is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to Family Law. She has more expertise than attorneys with decades of experience. She is also an unbelievably strong and persuasive advocate. I recommend Kim without reservation."

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Singleton Mathews

Family lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kim Sorenson since law school and can honestly say I cannot think of anyone more diligent and knowledgeable. She is the first attorney I would recommend her for any family law matter one could have!"

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Jessica Zadjura

Family lawyer

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Sandra Holt

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Rachel Severance

Litigation lawyer

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Jacob Senkel

Family lawyer

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Jennifer Kim

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale Hubbell

2019

Law Firm of the Year, Pro Bono Resource Center

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Family/Divorce Law Office, Best of Columbia

2018

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers

2018

Best Family Law Office in Howard County, Baltimore Magazine

2018

Best Family/Divorce Law Office, Best of Columbia

2017

Best Family Law Office in Howard County, Baltimore Magazine

2017

Maryland Law Office of the Year, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

2015

Best Family Law Office in Howard County, Baltimore Magazine

2013

Dean’s Citation for Service, University of Baltimore School of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Associate Attorney, MLO/Mulinazzi Law Office

2014 - 2015

Associate Attorney, Jo Benson Fogel, PA

2013 - 2014

Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Yolanda A. Tanner, Circuit Court for Baltimore City

2013 - 2013

Judicial Intern to the Honorable Marcus Z. Shar, Circuit Court for Baltimore City

Associations

2018 - Present

Circuit Court for Howard County

Court-Appointed Facilitator

2018 - Present

Circuit Court for Baltimore City

Court Appointed Settlement Facilitator

2018 - Present

Circuit Court for Baltimore City

Court-Appointed Best Interests Attorney for Minor Children

2017 - Present

Circuit Court for Howard County

Court-Appointed Best Interests Attorney for Children

2014 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

2014 - Present

Maryland Association for Justice

2013 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

2012 - Present

Bar Association of Baltimore City

Sample of Legal Cases

Alimony and Disabled Client

Long term alimony secured

Contempt

Money Judgment Enforced and Attorney's Fees Awarded

Default - Sanctions against other side

Attorney's Fees, Sanctions, and other side is unable to participate in case

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Education

2013

University of Baltimore School of Law

J.D.

2010

Virginia Tech

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Custody 101: The Nuts & Bolts of Custody Proceedings

Jurisdictional Issues (UCCJEA, UIFSA), Best Interest and Child Privilege Attorneys, Rules Around Appeals

2018

Settlement Conference Court-Appointed Facilitator

2017

Self Help Classes for Family Law Cases

Family Law Cases

Languages

English

Spanish

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