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Lois R Finkelstein

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 43 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony ... +2 more
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Reason: Not Practicing

About Lois

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

My areas of concentration in family law include, among other things, prenuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, custody, child support,co- parenting, alimony, property division, separation and divorce. My approach in each of these areas is as a problem solver. Consequently, I have successfully resolved, without the court's intervention, at least 95% of my cases.

40 years

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Alimony 10%

40 years

10%
Child Support 10%

40 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 22 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2003

Inactive - Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 36 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1989

Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 43 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1982

Retired

No misconduct found

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Lois R Finkelstein's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Richard | May 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Helped father win divorce and full legal and physical custody of kids

Lois is one of a kind! I hired Lois as my attorney in my divorce and custody case and she helped me to ultimately gain full custody of my two kids. She is very experienced and knowledgeable in divorce and custody cases. Unlike other attorneys who I have worked with, she took initiative in communicati...ng with me throughout the entire process of my divorce and custody case. She has a lot of legal connections and knows how to navigate the system extremely well. She is passionate about her work and clients. She’s well exceptional and worth every penny!

Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Unparalleled results and top notch attorney

Lois is a highly experienced, extremely effective, wickedly smart, profoundly determined and compassionate attorney.  I can state without reservation, Lois' devotion to her clients, her knowledge of the law, and fierce drive to unfailingly obtain the most desirable results for her clients, has benefi...ted me and continues to benefit me today.  In fact, her ability to inject brief succinct, but ever so effective, provisions in my settlement agreement continue to impact my life in ways I could never imagine! Lois worked tirelessly for me and her vision and negotiation skills continue to yield me ongoing victories today, as my case continues to present through the court system again and again.   Dealing with the demands of a narcissist ex is a delicate art and Lois masterfully navigated me through a very stressful time in my life! Her professionalism and integrity are top notch and I resoundingly recommend her to anyone who needs the finest legal representation.

Posted by Jennifer | May 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Would be lost without her!

Ms. Finkelstein has been consistently astute and patient while navigating me through an incredibly challenging divorce. Her professionalism and ability to work with all the parties involved is paramount. She is attentive, knowledgeable and thorough and has been skillful in keeping negotiations moving... in the most positive manner possible - even when I could see no positive way forward. I simply cannot recommend her highly enough.

Posted by Tamer | December 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Lois is the Sherif you want in your town!!

Lois took over my divorce case halfway, things were going badly and my ex had an unethical divorce lawyer who was taking advantage of the situation, dragging that divorce longer and making things complicated. Lois came on board and immediately took charge! She is organized, dedicated, decisive! She w...as able to help me settle the case in a favorable outcome. The documents Lois prepared ( separation & parental agreements) have been the guiding light for me and my ex since without any issues. The fact that the agreements are so meticulously written left now room for guessing. lois is the attorney you want on your side of you are going through a divorce! She will have your back like no other!

Posted by Leroy wisdom | February 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The #1 Attorney in the business

The Perfect Blend of Professionalism, Effectiveness and Compassion Divorce is never an easy thing to go through. No one goes in to a marriage preparing for a divorce. So, needless to say, it's a confusing and sad time. Lois Finkelstein, my third attorney, was nothing short of the perfect blend of ...professionalism, effectiveness, and compassion. I only wish I had discovered her first! She was an ear when I needed one, including on weekends! She was very professional in all her communications and processes, keeping me calm in a very high anxiety time in my lifetime. Lois was extremely effective insuring the outcome of my case was one that helped me move on to the next chapter of my life with the least amount of unrest. She helped me regain control of my life and establish generous access to my child. From our first consultation to the eventual close of my case, (these cases seem to never end!) Lois was there with constant updates, advice, and solutions. She is without a doubt, the most responsive attorney I have ever had on my side. A top notch attorney who settled an unsettling time in my life. I highly recommend having Lois Finkelstein in your corner should you find yourself in a position where divorce is the only answer. She is bar non, the very best negotiator I have ever met!

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Lois R Finkelstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kathryn McDonough

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Lois is an extremely talented, hardworking and well respected attorney in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend Lois to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Thomas Degonia

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. An accomplished advocate and superb negotiator, Lois is a consummate professional. She is acutely aware of her clients' needs. Her tenacity and attention to detail ensures lasting solutions to difficult legal problems."

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Dana Whitten

Family lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lois is a very well respected and highly effective attorney. She is a strong advocate for her clients and is willing to work diligently with opposing counsel to find an amicable resolution. Any client will be well served to have her as their lawyer."

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Melissa Kucinski

Family lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Lois for many years. She is approachable, down to earth, and practical. She is also a dedicated lawyer who volunteers her time to help others."

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Henry Weil

Family lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Finkelstein is an accomplished family law practitioner who represents her clients with zeal while at the same time relates with adversaries in a highly professional manner. This is a real attribute in the field of family law."

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Howard Soypher

Family lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Lois for at least 5 years and believe her legal skills and ethics to be impeccable."

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Michael Callahan

Family lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"Lois is an experienced, hardworking family lawyer who connects with her clients and obtains great results. She has broad knowledge of all aspects of divorce law in Maryland and the District of Columbia and she is a top-notch negotiator."

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Alan Greenbaum

Family lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lois commands wide-ranging experience and expertise in family and divorce and separation law. Her practice includes community-based, multi-state, and high-profile cases. In all of her cases, she works conscientiously, pays attention to factual and legal detail, and devotes herself to her clients."

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Kenneth Barnhart

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Lois for four years. She is smart, caring and a great negotiator. She is extremely knowlegeable about the local family law environment, particularly in Montgomery County and the District of Columbia. Her work is consistently recognized as outstanding by her clients and by her peers. She is someone that I regularly turn to for advice, and I trust her judgment implicitly. I recommend her to you without reservation."

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James Gross

Family lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lois typically handles large, difficult, complex divorce cases. She cares deeply for her clients. She is very attentive to the many financial and emotional details of their cases. That's why her legal services are in high demand."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Languages

English

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