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Erin Leigh Kopelman

About Erin Leigh Kopelman

Erin Leigh Kopelman is a lawyer practicing divorce/family law, child custody, child support. Erin received a B.S. degree from Bucknell University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years. Erin practices at Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered in Bethesda, MD.

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Divorce
Posted by anonymous
January 04, 2021
Hired Attorney

Erin helped me with my divorce - giving me the zealous advocacy I needed while also being sensitive to the difficult emotions of the situation. She brought in help on some finance issues, arranged for mediation with hard-nosed grace, and got me through it. Wonderful.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
June 20, 2019
Hired Attorney

Erin is an outstanding attorney. She is professional, knowledgable, compassionate, and highly skilled. Erin always made time to listen to my concerns, provide me with options, explain the legal aspects of my case and discuss strategy. Erin made sure we were well-planned and prepared for mediation. During a highly stressful and emotional time, Erin made my case settle as smoothly as possible. I'm extremely happy with the results. Hiring her was the best decision! I highly recommend her!

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
March 12, 2019
Hired Attorney

Erin was invaluable in representing me in my divorce. She was incredibly patient and highly skilled in putting her years of experience to use on my behalf. She worked tirelessly as my case went to mediation. She was excellent in communicating developments to me, as well as being extremely responsive to my queries. I cannot recommend her services highly enough.

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
February 12, 2019
Hired Attorney

Erin is thorough and professional and very mindful of time, while always being available to discuss any issue I needed addressed. She was great to work with and professionally guided me through the stressful ups and downs of the legal process. Her knowledge and experience were advantageous at creating a realistic expectation of how to proceed with my individual circumstances and putting my best interests in the forefront of negotiations. I would highly recommend Erin to anyone.

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
February 12, 2019
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Divorce
Posted by anonymous
October 23, 2018
Hired Attorney

I highly recommend Erin to anyone in need of family legal services. Erin thoroughly and clearly explained the litigation and court process step by step and painted me a realistic picture of the hurdles I would be facing while simultaneously helping me incorporate my goals into a plan of action. She is thorough and professional and very considerate of time. Erin was exceptional in the courtroom and passionately advocated for me and my child when the stakes could not have been higher.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 22, 2018
Hired Attorney

I worked with Erin to draft and negotiate a pre-nup with my now husband. She even recommended the attorney he ultimately hired as his own representation! While this can be a difficult set of conversations, Erin explained everything in layman's terms and worked diligently to create an agreement that satisfied us both. I so appreciated her quick response times and willingness to accommodate my schedule. Would definitely recommend working with Erin!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 09, 2018
Hired Attorney

Erin Kopelman was my attorney for two different custody issues - one when we did not have an agreement in our divorce and needed to manage changed circumstances, and one when I planned a move and needed to negotiate changes in custody related to the move. Erin is a brilliant and skilled attorney. More than that, she is kind and patient with people at their worst moments in life. Erin truly improved my quality of life. I highly recommend her

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
March 23, 2018
Hired Attorney

Erin was a pleasure to work with and made things very easy during what was otherwise a difficult time period for me. She's knowledgeable, thoughtful, responsive, and very clear in how she communicates. I highly recommend her.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
January 21, 2018
Hired Attorney

Erin is on top of it, to say the least. She is professional and poised to successfully - in my case - finalize my divorce in the manner best for me, her client. Her client takes top priority which I greatly appreciated. Erin communicates clearly and concisely which makes her efficient and effective. She was incredibly responsive, and well overall, absolutely fantastic to work with. Thank you!

 

Services

Areas of Law

  • Family Law 2
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
  • Other 1
    • Divorce/Family Law

Practice Details

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  • Firm Information
    Position
    Principal
    Firm Name
    Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Representation Matters: Represented clients whose non-marital property was being claimed as marital property by a spouse.
    Represented clients where both parties own business interests, obtained valuations,
    arranged transfer of business interests
    Secured modification of support awards.
    Represented clients in post-nuptial agreements.
    Secured 50/50 custody for client who was being denied overnights.
    Represented a mother in custody dispute over a young child with health issues. Found medical expert who explained child's needs to court
    secured client majority custody.
    Secured final decision-making authority
    primary custody for client after the other parent returned from time abroad dem
    ing custody.
    Filed emergency motion for custody based on one parent's substance abuse problems
    secured custody of children.

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2006, Maryland
    2007, District of Columbia
    U.S. Supreme Court
    Memberships

    Professional memberships

    •DC Bar's Family Law Community's Steering Committee 2022-present
    •Maryland State Bar Association
    •District of Columbia Bar Association
    •Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland (Member of Membership Committee, 2022-present
    Member of Mentor/Mentee Committee, 2022-present
    Co-Chair of Legislation Committee, 2019-present
    Executive Committee Member, 2019-2021
    Member of Judicial Selections Panel Committee, 2017-present
    Co-Chair of Member Benefits Committee, 2017-2018
    Chair of Law Day Programs for Family Law Section, 2012-2015
    Chair of Breakfast with the Court, 2013-2015
    Chair of Mentor/Mentee Committee for the New Practitioner's Section, 2013-2014
    Co-Chair of Family Law Section and Chair of Pro Bono Project for Family Law Section, 2011-2012
    Co-Chair of Continuing Legal Education of Family Law Section, 2010-2011
    Member, 2007-present)
    •Montgomery County Maryland American Inn of Court (Barrister, 2018-2021
    Associate Member, 2010-2011)
    •Montgomery County Women's Bar Association (Co-Chair End of Year Party, 2015
    Liaison to Executive Committee, 2012-2013
    Chair of Listserv, 2010-2013
    Co-Chair Holiday Party, 2012
    Member, 2008-present)

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Nova Southeastern University
    Class of 2006
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Bucknell University
    Class of 2003
    B.S.
    Business Management
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1981
    1981

Erin Leigh Kopelman

Principal at Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered
4.9
39 reviews

7600 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 700Bethesda, MD 20814U.S.A.

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