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About Josephia
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
12 years | 25 cases
Child Custody
25%
12 years | 50 cases
Family
25%
12 years | 100 cases
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Licensed in Maryland for 12 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2013
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2026
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Josephia E. Rouse's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Money grab, no remorse
I’ll prepared for my case, was clearly just draining my bank account instead of just advising me on what was going to happen in court regardless of how my marriage ended. I was led to believe I had a fighting chance to get my kids and not be completely robbed of all of my hard work and dedication to ...
Posted by Jermaine | December 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Horrible
I must share my current experience with Ms. Rouse. I highly recommend anyone facing family litigation (Divorce & Custody) not to choose Ms. Rouse. Incorrect information was stated to the courts without my knowledge causing me to have pay for attorney’s fees of the plaintiff due to Ms. Rouse negligenc...
Posted by Monique | July 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
She was very thorough and gave me great child custody advice
I needed to figure out my next best steps dealing with my child's father. She went through the steps and what I could expect from the courts. We were able to settle things outside of court and that saved me sooo much money.
Posted by Lisa mccourry | June 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Family Law
I love this attorney. I was lost and I where to turn. She was kind and what I loved the most is she was excellent in knowing the law and applying it to your case. She is amazing in the court room. If you want someone to fight for you, she is the lady!
Posted by Ian | February 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Consultation
Josephia was very polite and well prepared. She explained all of my options and helped me to decide what the best course of action was.
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Kimberly Worling Kiss
Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 06
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2026.
Indefinite Suspension issued in MD, 2026
updated on 03/16/2026Suspended indefinitely means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for an unknown period of time. The attorney will need to re-apply for admission to the Bar if he or she intends to resume practice in the future.
Honors
2026
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Presenter's Award - Child Custody and Support, Clarence Blount Day Care Center
2016
Excellent Rating, AVVO
2016
Top Contributor, AVVO
2001
Top Ten SAT score in Lee County, South Carolina, Lee Central High School
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Independent Contractor, Women's Law Center Of Maryland
2015 - Present
Independent Contractor, Community Legal Services, Inc.
2013 - 2026
Attorney, Divorce With A Plan
2009 - 2013
Legal Administrative Specialist, Department of Veterans Affairs
Associations
2016 - Present
Bar Association of Montgomery County MarylandMember
2016 - Present
Maryland Association for JusticeMember
2015 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2015 - Present
Bar Association of Baltimore CityMember
2017 - 2018
Alliance of Black Women AttorneysPresident-Elect
2014 - 2019
Alliance of Black Women AttorneysMember
2014 - 2014
MSBA, Veterans and Military SectionSecretary
Sample of Legal Cases
Custody
settled
Landlord Tenant
Tenant stayed in home
Third Party Debt Buyer Defense
Statute of Limitation expired and case was dismissed.
Protective Order
Protective Order granted
Car Accident - No Police Report
Won
Divorce
I was able to assist in a settlement before trial
Child In Need of Assistance
Education
2013
Charlotte School, of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
South University
Bachelor's Degree
Speaking Engagements
2018
Law Practice Management
Attracting Clients for Millenials
2017
Clarence Blount Day Care Center Presentation
Child Custody, Child Support and Mediation
Publications
2016
Good Faith Actions Against First Party Insurers in Maryland
Good Faith Actions
2015
Washington Post
Village Green resident...not evicted
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I have a default scheduled for my divroce.
23 Aug 2023
Q&A
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19 Aug 2023
Q&A
Uncontested divorce
30 Dec 2022