Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield provides comprehensive representation to clients in Gaithersburg and the surrounding area for a wide range of Maryland family law matters. Whether you are facing a divorce, child custody issue, seeking to modify child support, or require a skillful advocate to negotiate property division on your behalf, our Gaithersburg family law firm is here to help. Our Gaithersburg family lawyers are not only adept negotiators, but also strategic and aggressive litigators with decades of experience in the courtroom.

Helping You Navigate the Divorce Process

Divorce is never easy, but a knowledgeable divorce attorney can help guide you through the process and ease the burden on your shoulders. The Gaithersburg family law firm of Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield works closely with our clients to help them resolve the issues in their divorce and reach a positive resolution. While every case is unique, we can assist you with developing a tailored approach that will meet the needs of your situation.

We represent clients for a broad scope of divorce matters, including those involving:

  • Contested and uncontested divorce: We can assist you with every aspect of the divorce process, from filing the initial paperwork until the final judgment is rendered.
  • Mutual consent divorce: If your case qualifies, we can walk you through the process of obtaining a mutual consent divorce and ensure your rights are protected every step of the way.
  • Equitable distribution of property: Our attorneys will advise you regarding your property rights and help you achieve fair distribution.
  • Alimony/spousal support: We work with clients for a wide range of alimony issues, including obtaining pendente lite alimony, temporary alimony, indefinite alimony, and alimony modifications.
  • Domestic violence issues: If domestic violence or abuse is an issue in your case, we can help you obtain the relief and protective orders you need to be safe.
  • Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements: Our attorneys draft, review, and negotiate prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
  • High asset divorce: Our Gaithersburg family law firm has the experience and skill necessary to handle the complex financial issues involved in a high asset divorce.
  • LGBTQ+ issues: We understand the unique challenges that spouses may face in an LGBTQ+ divorce and can help navigate them.

Whenever possible, we can help you explore alternative dispute resolution methods that can allow you to divorce amicably, cost-effectively, and efficiently outside of court. Negotiation, mediation, and the collaborative divorce process are three ways you can part ways with your spouse without judicial intervention. These methods can allow you and your spouse to find creative solutions and remain in control of the outcome of your case. However, if none of these options would be viable to achieve your desired outcome, we are prepared to protect your interests in litigation and bring your case to trial.

Resolving Your Gaithersburg Family Law Matter

As parents ourselves, the attorneys at At Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield understand that nothing is more important than your children. We work with clients throughout the Gaithersburg area for a wide range of family law matters, including:

  • Child custody: We assist clients with a wide range of custody matters, including cases involving custody evaluators, relocation, modification, and enforcement.
  • Parenting plans: Our team of family law attorneys can help you create a parenting plan that is in the best interests of your children.
  • Child support: We handle a variety of child support matters, including modifications, enforcement, and complex cases involving calculations above the statutory guidelines.
  • Paternity: We provide assistance to clients for a variety of matters involving paternity.
  • Modification of orders: If there has been a substantial change in circumstances in your situation, we can help you obtain a modification of a court order involving child custody or support.
  • Parental alienation: If your child’s other parent is interfering with the custody order or you’ve been accused of parental alienation, we can help you find solutions that are in the best interests of your child.
  • International family law issues: Our attorneys have the knowledge and experience to handle complex family law matters, such as those involving international custody issues.

The attorneys at the Gaithersburg family law firm of Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield have dedicated their entire practice to legal issues affecting families and children. With decades of experience, we are equipped to handle the most complex and highly contentious cases.

Contact our Gaithersburg Family Law Firm to Learn More

The attorney you choose can have a direct impact on the outcome of your case. While a family law issue is a very personal matter, it’s crucial to have representation you know you can trust and rely on. The Gaithersburg family law firm of Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield has practiced extensively throughout Montgomery County, Maryland. Our attorneys are deeply familiar with the courts in the area. We can help you identify the method of dispute resolution that is best for your case and guide you toward achieving the best possible outcome for you and your children. To learn more about how we can assist you, contact Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield to schedule a consultation.