My wife and I retained Marla’s services for the adoption of our daughter. My wife gave birth to our daughter via artificial insemination and we were unaware of Maryland Laws regarding the protection of the non-biological parent and didn’t know where to turn. After doing research and speaking with sev...eral friends Marla was recommended. Marla went above and beyond to ensure we were educated on the laws and provided much needed support. Her hard work and organization kept us relaxed and made for a streamlined and easy process. Our family is now complete because of Marla!

I retained the services of Marla Zide initially for my separation agreement and then my subsequent divorce. Between Marla and two of her associates, I was extremely satisfied and thankful for all the guidance that was provided to me throughout the entire process. If I am ever in need of family relate...d legal services in the future, I will utilize her office again with no hesitation.

I was going though a high-conflict custody battle with my ex-H and I was very disappointed with my attorney. Finally I decided to change attorneys in the midst of the litigation and I am glad I did! Marla, my new attorney, completely changed the strategy. We worked as a Team and The whole proces...s became less stressful. Always gave a realistic advice and most importantly She was ready to fight and protect my kids' interests. I was very pleased with the results.

Marla helped review my marriage separation agreement, and provided consultation on what it meant, what should be changed, and gave me assurances to what rights of mine were protected. She also explained Maryland divorce law to me, and what the process was. She was very professional, and quickly jum...ped in and gave me exactly what I needed. Would definitely recommend.

I have had to use Marla a few times over the past few years. The first time was for an emergency hearing whereas I was the defendant. My attorney was not able to represent me because of the expedited hearing. Marla was quick to respond, she took the time to meet with me, answered all my questions ...and asked the pertinent ones. Her retainer was fair and reasonable and she made some payment arrangements with me going forward. This hearing turned into a "change of circumstance" hearing which is what she predicted. She represented me professionally and we did not settle until it was equitable. Marla is still representing me today but on another matter. She has a very good repoir with her colleagues and the judges which I think is very helpful. She is able to talk to me in terms I understand and lay out all the possible scenarios. She was able to settle me when I needed and completely understood how such circumstances could rock someones perception. She ultimately left the decisions in my hands however with her guidance I felt as if the choices I made were educated instead of from emotion. She made herself very available, by email, phone and in person. Her rates are fair and she is an outstanding attorney. She really knows how to read people. She takes great notes and has an amazing memory. She is on point in the courtroom, she really thinks out of the box. She is a pro at witness preperation, speaking for myself as well as my witness'. We all knew what to expect and we were prepared for our nerve racking cross examination as well. Marla has worked very hard on behalf of my family the last few years. I have the utmost respect for her and her abilities and refer her everytime I get the chance.