Michelle Dauksha Pycha

Michelle Dauksha Pycha

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 8 years

Education Lawyer Practice Areas: Education, Administrative Law, Child Custody ... +5 more
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About Michelle

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Education 40%

4 years

40%
Juvenile Law 10%

4 years

10%
Litigation 10%

8 years

10%
Appeals 5%

8 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 8 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2017

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Michelle Dauksha Pycha's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Ms. Walker

Michelle was honest, courteous, timely and sensitive to my situation. My divorce was pretty simple but still hurtful. Michelle really looked out for my best interest, kept me on track and I've already recommended her to two other people who utilized her services.

Posted by Charles | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Great Service

I reached out to the Mulinazzi Law Firm and Michelle was apart of my team. She was invested, communicative and made sure I was well informed throughout my process. I am grateful for her advice as there were times that I needed her perspective. All of my ideal outcomes were reached and for that I am t...hankful.

Posted by Robert | September 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Excellent representation Great Lawyer

Very thank for Michelle representation. Michelle is very knowledgeable of the Law and will fight for you. May God bless you Michelle in Jesus name Amen

Posted by Lelin | September 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellence and focus

Ms. Dauksha represented me in a very difficult custody situation. Because of the pandemic, this case was postponed several times. From the beginning, I was impressed with Ms. Dauksha's intelligent and thoughtful professionalism. She was responsive to all my concerns and provided timely responses.... Her approach and steady hand helped me keep focus. Her counsel was direct and experienced. She is meticulous and her dedication to my case was clear. I felt 100% supported and I couldn't have asked for a better attorney. Her opening and closing arguments were impactful, concise and cut to the essential issues. I felt prepared going into trial and we achieved even better results than anticipated.

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommend!

I highly recommend Michelle Dauksha. You will feel so relieved once you close your case. My divorce was finalized a couple of weeks ago and even though it was a hard process I am very content with the results. Michelle was always there for me with the greatest advises, she had excellent communication... with the other parties' lawyer which help through the process. She always took the time to answer my concerns and made sure I knew my rights. We worked on and signed a Separation Agreement for Absolute Divorce which made the entire process easier and avoided having to go to trial. I still had to live with my ex-husband throughout the process but Michelle always made me feel confident. I am now living on my own with a Child Custody for the best interest of my son and receiving alimony as well. You

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Michelle Dauksha Pycha's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Leffler

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle is very knowledgeable, collegial, and professional. She is truly an asset to our local legal community."

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Amos Whitney

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Michelle in several capacities. She has a strong legal mind and does a great job getting results for her clients."

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Shannon Kowitz

Family lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Michelle uses her knowledge about the law and negotiation skills to reach favorable outcomes for her clients. Her representation will provide invaluable guidance during your divorce process. Michelle is committed to advocating for her clients. With her guidance and counsel, Clients feel comforted during their divorce process."

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Thomas Mulinazzi

Domestic violence lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Attorney Dauksha has worked for years helping victims of domestic violence and representing those who have been wrongfully accused of same. She is dedicated to her work, she is always prepared, and she knows the law and the Judges. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Sandra Holt

Domestic violence lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Attorney Dauksha has a good command of the law and a superior sense of perspective and judgment. Her ability to remain calm and give clients measured advice in very difficult situations helps her clients save money and protects the family from unnecessary drama"

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Michael DeHaven

Child custody lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers

2019

Pro Bono Law Firm of the Year, Pro Bono Resource Center

2018

Best Family Law Office in Howard County, Baltimore Magazine

2018

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2018

Top Contributor, Avvo

2017

Best Family Law Office in Howard County, Baltimore Magazine

2017

Law Firm of the Year, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

2016

University of Baltimore Students for Public Interest Grant, University of Baltimore

2015

Best Family Law Office in Howard County, Baltimore Magazine

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Associate Attorney, Mulinazzi Law Office, LLC

2017 - 2018

Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Timothy J. McCrone, The Circuit Court for Howard County

2016 - 2017

Legal Advocate, Hope Works of Howard County

2016 - 2016

Law Clerk, Women's Law Center Of Maryland

2015 - 2015

Legal Intern, Project HEAL at Kennedy Krieger Institute

2010 - 2014

Paralegal, Handler Henning & Rosenberg, LLP

Associations

2019 - Present

Howard County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Co-Chair

2018 - Present

Howard County Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Howard County Women's Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

The Circuit Court for Howard County

Volunteer Attorney for Family Law Assistance Clinic

Sample of Legal Cases

Negotiated Divorce Involving Alimony and Property

Reached a favorable agreement

Marital Separation Agreement Set Aside

Agreement Set Aside

Mutual Consent Divorce

Reached a favorable agreement and proceeded without husband's attendance

Obtained protective order

Final Protective Order granted

Negotiated an agreement for shared physical custody

Reached a favorable agreement for shared physical custody

Raising a child in two religions

Reached a favorable agreement for custody and child support

Client protected from false claims

Client exonerated

Husband tries to delay/deny divorce

Quick divorce with custody and child support award

Successfully defended against modification of custody

Modification of custody denied; mother retained primary physical custody

Loan distance Dad denied time with his son

Contempt Finding

David v. Goliath

Win -- child support increased to $10,000/month

Alimony $1950/month

Alimony Awarded

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Education

2017

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2014

Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

Judicial Clerkship Alumni Panel Pathways to Judicial Clerkships

Publications

2015

Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) Effective Transition Services to Promote Successful Post-School Placements

Languages

English

Activity

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