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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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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 12, 2017
Hired Attorney

Ms. Kopelman was so helpful in counseling me through a difficult separation and divorce. She handled issues that were contentious in a professional and calm manner, easing the stress on both me and my children. She is an outstanding communicator, who works well with both clients and other attorneys. I would highly recommend her to any of my friends.

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
July 28, 2017
Hired Attorney

Erin is an outstanding attorney. She is efficient, detailed, prepared, and has a thorough knowledge of the law and procedure. Erin was always highly responsive to any questions or concerns that I had. Erin also did everything she could to minimize legal fees. She knows exactly what to focus on to resolve issues as quickly as possible and avoid unnecessary disputes. I would highly recommend hiring Erin.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 30, 2017
Hired Attorney

Erin was extremely helpful and professional through the entire process. She was an excellent advocate, very knowledgeable, and we were thoroughly satisfied with her in every aspect.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 24, 2017
Hired Attorney

Through the course of my representation with Erin, I was always assured and reminded of what I needed to do to stay focus on this emotional journey of getting a divorce. Erin's soft, sweet voice is the opposite of how she is when getting her point across in communication with the other side. She is extremely knowledgeable and well-prepared. I was always amazed on how accurate, confident and dedicated she was to me like I was her only client. I HIGHLY RECCOMEND ERIN!!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 13, 2017
Hired Attorney

What I got from Ms. Kopelman was not only impactful for me personally but a game-changer for my children. She explained things coherently when needed and used her intense focus and communication skills, not to mention creative ability to change strategy, to put us in a position to get the best possible, fair outcome. While I hope I am never in the situation that requires representation again, if I am, I know who my first call will be to.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 12, 2017
Hired Attorney

Erin assisted me with my separation and divorce, counseling me on issues related to child custody, child support, and other financial issues. She is meticulous, aggressive when she needs to be, and an excellent communicator. She handled some unexpected and contentious issues that arose in depositions with determination, bringing the issues to a positive resolution. I would recommend her without hesitation.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 10, 2010
Hired Attorney

Ms. Kopelman has guided me through my unexpected separation & divorce; she continues to guide me through the issues of child support, alimony & child custody. She presents & educates me about the choices to address the issue at hand, reviews their pros & cons while taking into account what is best for my daughter and I. She also talks to me about family law cases and law revisions that would effect child support, alimony & child custody. I am thankful everyday that she is MY attorney.

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
March 18, 2019
Hired Attorney

Erin was thoughtful and thorough throughout the entire process (although sometimes the thoroughness shows in the billing). Overall, she did a great job of shepherding me through the myriad of forms, interrogatories, proposals and counter proposals. Her strategies were sound and spot on. I always felt I was in good hands and would highly recommend her.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 23, 2017
Hired Attorney

Prioritized billable hours/making partner over child's/my well-being. Ignorant of basic concepts of family law resulting in poor showing in front of judge. Made bad situation worse instead of encouraging peaceful resolution. Condescending. Poor supervision of staff. Could not in good conscience recommend.

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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