Cheryl E. Gardner

Paul Mickelsen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Cheryl was one of my mentors in the practice of law. Her habits epitomize preparation, organization, and creativity. She is an avid writer (as evidenced not only in her legal pleadings, but also her creative writing). She has handles thousands upon thousands of divorces but also doesn't back down from a tough traffic or criminal case. I owe much of my approach to being a lawyer to Cheryl Gardner and David Bernhard. I highly endorse this lawyer."

Orval Hallam

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cheryl is the type of attorney that most other attorneys should strive to be like. Her combination of knowledge and drive are qualities that allow her to be one of the most respected attorneys in the area. I endorse the lawyer."

Garrett Green

Uncontested divorce lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cheryl's thorough command of domestic relations practice make her my go-to choice for uncontested divorce matters. Her fees are fair, and she is more than prepared should any aspect of the uncontested divorce go awry. Easy to speak to and more importantly a great listener, Cheryl is my kind of lawyer!"

Matthew Kensky

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have personally seen and interacted with Cheryl Gardner in court hallways throughout my dozen years of practicing law in northern VA. She is a great choice for a family law lawyer-- She is experienced in dealing with a variety of issues. She is battle-proven through many years of actual trial work. She is savy enough to know when and how to negotiate a legal matter to best serve the client. She is passionate about fighting to get her clients good results. Plus, she also a solid perspective on any ancillary issues to your family law, given her exposure to and work in other areas of the law. Overall, Cheryl has the tools, experience, and zealousness to represent her clients very well."

Luke Nichols

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cheryl is a magnificent combination of great person and great attorney. It is a pleasure to practice law when she is around."

Alberto Salvado

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I not only endorse Ms. Gardner as an attorney, I also refer her all of my client's uncontested divorce matters in Virginia. She has always provided top notch customer service and I have yet to hear a complaint about her work. She is a mentor to many and a caring attorney as well. She and her office act quickly, prudently and with great tact in meeting their client's needs. An A++ Attorney in my book."

Carlos Salvado

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

David Bernhard

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Cheryl has been managing partner of Bernhard & Gardner since 1991, and oversees the firm's divorce practice, civil and appellate litigation, and frequently handles criminal and traffic matters in the courts in Northern Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia. Cheryl developed the Firm's innovative divorce practice designed to provide high quality professional service at low cost without the necessity of the parties to appear in Court. A skilled writer, Cheryl is often responsible for the luster and the qualitative edge of the Firm's pleadings, including trial memorandums and appellate briefs. Throughout her years of practice, Cheryl has served as an accessible mentor to new attorneys, is consulted by her peers in a wide variety of areas for her versatile expertise, and has attained a high level of professional respect."