Maria Simon
Maria Simon is the Geller Law Group’s Managing Partner. Maria’s practice is quite versatile, specializing in family law, custody disputes, and litigation. Maria has considerable experience in Federal District Court,…
A BETTER WAY: When you think of separating or divorcing, the images that likely come to mind are scenes from movies: fighting, out-of-control emotions, spiraling financial costs, a protracted legal battle, and someone in a black robe making decisions that will impact you and your family for years to come. Feelings of loss, anger, confusion and hurt often make it difficult to imagine that the process of separating can be anything but destructive. It doesn’t have to be that way. THERE IS A BETTER WAY: COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE.
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1666 Connecticut Avenue NW
Suite 540
Washington, DC 20009
Suite 540
Washington, DC 20009
Phone:
703-847-5793
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Private Practice: The Collaborative Practice Center of Greater Washington
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Other Professionals
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Main Office/Mailing Address
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Virginia Meeting Location
4000 Legato Road Centerpointe II, Suite 1100, Fairfax, Virginia 22033
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Virginia Meeting Location
4000 Legato Road Centerpointe II, Suite 1100, Fairfax, Virginia 22033
Phone:
202.466.8960
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Main Office/Mailing Address
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Maryland Office
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Maryland Office
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
Phone:
202-466-8560
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Main Office/Mailing Address
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Maryland Office
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Maryland Office
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
Phone:
202-466-8960
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Main Office/Mailing Address
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Maryland Office
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Maryland Office
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
Phone:
202.466.8960
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Main Office/Mailing Address:
7600 Wisconsin Avenue
Suite 700
Bethesda, MD 20814
Virginia Office
252 N. Washington Street
Falls Church, VA 22046
7600 Wisconsin Avenue
Suite 700
Bethesda, MD 20814
Virginia Office
252 N. Washington Street
Falls Church, VA 22046
Phone:
301-841-0193
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4000 Legato Road
Suite 400
Fairfax, Virginia 22153*
*(with client meeting space at Ronald Reagan Building, Washington, DC)
Suite 400
Fairfax, Virginia 22153*
*(with client meeting space at Ronald Reagan Building, Washington, DC)
Phone:
(703) 222-3333
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Collaborative Practice Center Of Montgomery County
51 Monroe Street, Suite 1901
Rockville, Maryland 20850
51 Monroe Street, Suite 1901
Rockville, Maryland 20850
Phone:
(240) 221-3672
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Collaborative Practice Center of Montgomery County
51 Monroe Place, Suite 1901
Rockville, MD 20850
51 Monroe Place, Suite 1901
Rockville, MD 20850
Phone:
301-279-0977
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Main Office/Mailing Address
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Maryland Office
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Maryland Office
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
Phone:
202-466-8960
Divorce Information and Options
Third Thursdays
A free divorce workshop meeting on the third Thursday of each month (generally) from 8:30 am to 10:15 am. Hear directly from lawyers, financial professionals, mental health counselors, child specialists and more. For more information, visit Third Thursdays webpage.
Collaborative Project of DC
The Collaborative Project of DC links families of modest means in Washington DC with professionals who provide reduced-free or free help to resolve family disputes without going to court using the Collaborative Process. To learn more visit the Collaborative Project of DC’s website.
Articles
Nov
17
Why Choose The Collaborative Process
November 17th, 2021
WHY CHOOSE THE COLLABORATIVE PROCESS By Paul Smoller Imagine at the beginning of your divorce process you and your spouse are asked to identify your goals for the outcome of your divorce, that is, your goals for the present and for the future for you… Read More
Meet Our Members
Sarah Zimmerman
Sarah excels in guiding clients through complex financial, emotional and custody issues. Her client-centered approach and her empathic, calming presence offer divorcing individuals much-needed support during this difficult time in…
Lynette Kleiza
Lynette represents clients in all areas of domestic relations law including, marital agreements, adoption, complex equitable distribution, LGBTQ matters, custody and visitation, relocation, child support, and spousal support. Lynette understands…
Recent News
By Tom Sandborn, Vancouver Courier May 29, 2014 “One of the things I learned going through my divorce that way was that I needed to love my child more than I hated my husband,” said Robyn Ross with a wry laugh. The Vancouver movie industry worker… Read More
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January 2024 – Monthly Member Meeting
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January 10th, 2024 7:00pm
January 10th, 2024 7:00pm
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Crucial Conversations – for Coaches, Attorneys, and Financial Neutrals How do we talk with cli… Read More
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14
February 2024 – Monthly Member Meeting
February 14th, 2024 5:30am -
February 14th, 2024 7:00pm
February 14th, 2024 7:00pm
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Shifting Trends (Part 1) – Challenges and Strategies Presented by: DCACP Education Committee W… Read More
Mar
13
March 2024 – Monthly Member Meeting
March 13th, 2024 5:30am -
March 13th, 2024 7:00pm
March 13th, 2024 7:00pm
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Shifting Trends (Part 2) Presented by: DCACP Education Committee Wednesday, March 13, 2024 5:30 PM … Read More
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