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By limiting my practice to family law and related appellate matters, I have the experience, dedication, and sensitivity to advise and advocate for clients no matter how overwhelming or complex their issues might seem. Recognized as a Maryland Super Lawyer—Rising Star for 2018 and 2019, I understand that every situation is different. My number one goal is to help clients achieve their best outcome from the beginning to end of their case. My clients tell me that they appreciate my attention to detail and thorough approach as I assist them with sensitive financial and family situations. I understand that, when clients work with me, they are often experiencing some of the most difficult moments in their lives. Every day I seek to lend my strength, knowledge, and professionalism to my clients as they navigate contact between their personal lives and the legal system. I am prepared to negotiate a comprehensive settlement agreement on your behalf, to bring your case to trial when appropriate, and to assist with everything in between.
I have been an active part of the legal community since I began my career as a Legal Assistant in 2010. I began practicing family law exclusively in 2015, before which I worked as a Law Clerk for the Honorable Glenn T. Harrell, Jr., then Senior Judge of the Court of Appeals of Maryland. While clerking for Judge Harrell, I participated in the drafting and editing of various civil and criminal opinions. My background as an appellate clerk provides me with an excellent knowledge base and the experience to pursue and defend appellate matters.
I graduated magna cum laude from Notre Dame Law School (J.D. 2014)., where I was an Articles Editor for the Notre Dame Law Review. While in law school my student note researching some of the unique issues facing non-traditional family units in the legal system was selected for publication. I was a Dean’s Academic Group Tutor for a section of Property Law and received the highest grades of my class in both Real Estate Transactions and Environmental Law. I was a Research Assistant for both a family law professor and an environmental law professor and worked at the Notre Dame Clinical Law Center, where I student-represented clients experiencing economic injustice issues. I graduated summa cum laude with Departmental Honors from Gordon College (B.A. 2010), having majored in English Language and Literature with a Pre-Law minor. During the summers of my college years, I worked as a Courtroom Clerk at the Anne Arundel County Circuit Court, where I learned to love family law.
I am admitted to the Maryland State Bar, and am a member of both the Maryland State Bar Association and the Anne Arundel County Bar Association. I look forward to working with you on your case.
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125 West Street, Fourth Floor, Annapolis, MD, 21401
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Posted by SJB | July 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Polished, Thorough, and Personable
I retained Ms. Pfenson last year (after interviewing a few others) to fight a motion to modify custody. The opposing council was decidedly more “seasoned” and thought she could bully Ms. Pfenson with threats and such. All she did was get to see a real attorney at work. Ms. Pfenson proved that not ...
Posted by Laura | July 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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Elizabeth always addressed my concerns in a very prompt and compassionate manner. She is smart, very thorough, and direct. Going through a divorce is stressful enough so it is very important that you feel confident that your attorney. In some of our cases our lives and the lives of our children re...
Posted by Shannon | January 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Knowledgeable, Hardworking, Dedicated.....
I hired Elizabeth for counsel on a child support modification that was somewhat complicated and complex. From the first meeting with her, I knew I had selected the right attorney to handle my case. She took the time to thoroughly understand the case and my situation. My only regret is not retaining ...
Posted by Amy | June 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A lawyer who cares and put my needs first
Elizabeth has all the traits you want in an attorney. She's a committed professional; who is responsive, while being compassionate, understanding and pleasant. But what truly makes Elizabeth remarkable to me was her act of altruism on my behalf. I had already filed for custody of my grandson in An...
Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Elizabeth Pfenson
Elizabeth Pfenson, who practices in the Annapolis, Maryland area, handled my divorce last year. I didn't want anything but out of a long, abusive relationship and an equitable division of the sale of our house. A friend suggested Ms. Pfenson, who turned out to be as efficient, upfront and savvy as sh...
"I have had the pleasure of working with Elizabeth on several family law matters and have always been impressed with her command of the law and ability to strongly advocate for her clients while minimizing unnecessary drama. Elizabeth is particularly thorough and adept at presenting complex material in an organized manner that supports her well-structured legal arguments. Elizabeth's clients can rely on her to provide the highest level of professional representation."
Family lawyer
2019
Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers
2018 - Present
Associate, Council, Baradel, Kosmerl & Nolan, P.A.
2018 - 2018
Associate, The Law Offices of Stacey B. Rice LLC
2015 - 2018
Associate, Brassel Alexander & Rice LLC
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk for the Honorable Glenn T. Harrell, Maryland Court Of Appeals
2015 - Present
Anne Arundel County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
2013
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