Clara Melissa Martone Bereston

Clara Melissa Martone Bereston

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Annapolis, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation

100 Cathedral Street, Unit 1, Annapolis, MD

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 32 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1993

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Location

Clara M. M. Bereston

100 Cathedral Street, Unit 1, Annapolis, MD, 21401-2702

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Clara Melissa Martone Bereston's Reviews

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8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Katie | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family Law Attorney

I could not give Ms. Bereston a higher recommendation. She was extremely competent, timely and always had my best interests at heart . Her knowledge and guidance were invaluable during a very difficult time.

Posted by Diane | September 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Attorney for difficult cases

Clara was amazing!! She was knowledgeable and I trusted her completely!! She handled my divorce with expertise and always had my best interest at hand! I was not always thinking clearly but Clara always put my thinking into perspective. She was always willing to talk to me and ease my nerves! Wou...ld not have been able to get through this awful time without Clara!!

Posted by Christina | July 28, 2015

Top attorney for Family Law Representation

Through one of the toughest years of my life Clara Bereston was there every step of the way and I could not have done it without her or Leah. During this whole experience she was honest, compassionate, professional, dedicated, and extremely Knowledgeable to all aspects of Family Law. No questions ask...ed went un-answered no matter how small they were, she always made sure to answer any questions asked with honesty. She was always quick to reply and send all case updates as soon as they came in; I was never left wondering what was happening in my case. This is a scary experience for anyone and having Clara by my side made me feel at ease throughout the whole process. During this time you have to put your whole life / future into the hands of someone that you hardly know and where this can be very scary, I never had any doubts when I elected to use Clara as my representation. Clara came highly recommend as the attorney to use for my divorce / custody case and I would most certainly recommend her to anyone that is in need for Family law representation.

Posted by Ronald | July 25, 2015

Ronald M. Naditch, Attorney at Law

There are many talented attorneys in Anne Arundel County with a variety of skills. Clara, however, rates at the very top of the list. She is honest, bright,, insightful, innovative, has exceptional analytical skills, is always up to date on current developments in the law, and she is the epitome of p...rofessionalism in her dealings with clients, attorneys and the bench. I have worked on both sides of the table with Clara many times over the years and I can say, without hesitation, that she provides all of her clients with first class legal services. When an attorney sees her name as counsel for a party, he or she knows they need to bring their "A" game. She has few peers in the area of family law.

Posted by Rose | March 18, 2015

Divorce/Child Custody Case

Its hard to put into words the gratitude that I have for Clara. She took me through my divorce/child custody case without a hitch. I always felt that I was given a quick response to my concerns and honest answers. I would highly recommend Clara Bereston for any legal issues you may have.

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Clara Melissa Martone Bereston's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ilene Belinsky

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Atty. Bereston on a matter for her: a divorce in MD that required my assistance in MA. She is intelligent, focused, and direct. She handled opposing counsel with finesse, efficiently and effectively dispatching all arguments he made. I would recommend her to any client seeking counsel in MD."

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David Ruben

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Bereston and I graduated law school together in 1991 and I have been close with her ever since. She is an amazing person and a great lawyer. If you are searching for a family law attorney in Anne Arundel County to acheive the results that you want, look no further and call Clara right away."

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Thomas Ellis

Family lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Clara on several cases. She is a consummate professional. Clara is a fierce advocate for her clients, always prepared, and extremely knowledgeable about the intricacies of Maryland family law."

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Ronald Naditch

Family lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Clare has unique skills that make her one of the best family law attorneys in Maryland. I have litigated many cases against her and have also worked with her on cases as co-counsel. Whether I work with her or have her as opposing counsel, I know that Clare always brings her "A" game. She is cool under pressure, has extraordinary insight about the law and the facts in every case in which she becomes involved and, most importantly, she is always straight forward and holds herself to the highest ethical atandards."

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Christina Bayne

Family lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Clara is very knowledgeable in all areas of family law. She is a strong advocate for her clients, extremely professional and highly competent."

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Leslie Billman

Family lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Clara is smart, practical, and thorough. She is comfortable in the courtroom, or in negotiations and relentlessly pursues reasonable results for her clients."

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Anita Deger

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Outstanding family law attorney"

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Ilene Belinsky

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David Ruben

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Thomas Ellis

Litigation lawyer

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Ronald Naditch

Family lawyer

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Christina Bayne

Family lawyer

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Anita Deger

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Leslie Billman

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2016

2016 Survey Results Best Lawyers Maryland, Best Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Tribute to Women and Industry, YWCA of Maryland

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Leading Attorney, What's Up Annapolis?

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Attorney, Clara Martone Bereston, P.A.

1993 - 1997

Partner, Bereston and Bereston, P.A.

Associations

2011 - Present

Anne Arundel Collaborative Professionals

Member

2010 - Present

Women's Bar Association of Maryland

Judicial Interview Committee

1993 - Present

Women's Bar Association of Maryland

Member

1993 - Present

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

Member

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Hart vs. Hart 169 Md. App. 151 (2006)

Case reversed and remanded.

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Education

1993

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Baltimore

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Anne Arundel County Bar and Psychology Dinner

Parental Alienation

2012

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

Moot Court Judge for Anne Arundel County High School Competition

2011

Guest lecturer

Marital Property

1996

University of Baltimore

Moot Court Judge for first year law students

1995

University of Baltimore

Moot Court Judge for first year law students

N/A

Guest Lecturer

Marital Property

Languages

English

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