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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 Matt
March 21, 2026
Hired Attorney

Erin was a terrific counselor to me through my divorce proceedings. She understood my broader objectives and helped me stay on track to achieve them especially when things were emotionally difficult. She is knowledgeable, savvy, and a fierce advocate. I am eternally grateful to have found Erin during a very difficult time. Thank you, Erin!

 
Divorce
Posted by Lyn
January 26, 2026
Hired Attorney

Erin was a big help to me both during my divorce and in helping prepare my postnuptial agreement when I remarried. She's sharp, explains things clearly, and knows how to work effectively through what were emotional times for me. Being able to trust Erin when I was moving through big life changes was an enormous comfort. I'd recommend her to anyone in need of a divorce attorney.

 
Divorce
Posted by Domenico
January 21, 2026
Hired Attorney

Erin helped guide me through my divorce, which was a very trying time. It took years and helped with custody and child support issues. She is dogged and saw around corners I had no idea existed. I’ll be forever grateful to her for helping me stay on my feet and seeing a way forward for me and my kids.

Divorce
Posted by Melissa
January 19, 2026
Hired Attorney

Erin represented me in my divorce, which was done through a Collaborative process/agreement. Erin guided me well through an incredibly emotional time. Her communications both in timeliness and in laying out my options was superb. Her office is well resourced, she is well networked, providing necessary expertise to the team, and she is flexible with virtual and in-person meetings. The results were great-- the settlement agreement and co-parenting plan were thorough and fair, and the ex and I are still able to communicate and co-parent amicably. I have since heard from friends their experiences in their past or pending divorces, and I appreciate Erin even more that I did before. She is the right blend of caring, practical, knowledgeable, and efficient.

 
Divorce
Posted by Kerry
January 15, 2026
Hired Attorney

After 44 years my marriage was over. Erin was the perfect person for me to work with. She suggested a Collaborative Divorce, which was a great fit for my situation. It was a complicated process involving a family owned business. Erin was on top of every detail. Her kindness to me was remarkable. The team that she put together - financial advisors, mental health advisors, etc. was thorough and respectful of me, my ex husband and my children. At the end of the day, I believe we all felt that we had achieved an equitable division of assets. No small feat. In my mind, this was largely due to Erin's patience and attention to details. I relied on those skills of hers heavily, as my own brain wasn't always functioning at its best. I recommend her highly.

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
January 15, 2026
Hired Attorney

Erin was my divorce attorney, using the Collaborative Divorce process. It was a tricky case with a lot of emotions and stress. We had to deal with custody issues, child support, financial and housing issues, and more. Erin put together an amazing team and she was excellent every step of the way! She was professional, knowledgeable, and calm. She explained everything step-by-step and made me feel comfortable in every meeting. She knew how to handle the various situations and always explained what was coming next. Erin was extremely responsive and always there when I needed her. I trust and appreciate her immensely and would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat! She truly changed my life and I can’t thank her enough for everything she has done for me!

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
January 14, 2026
Hired Attorney

Having been a client of Erin Kopelman's for years, I have seen firsthand how dedicated she is to her work. In my domestic case, her meticulous approach was a game changer. She does not just take the oppositions claims at face value, she conducts a comprehensive investigative analysis and backs it up with sophisticated legal research. She is remarkably thorough and left no stone unturned in protecting my interest. I am so grateful for her expertise and her unwavering support throughout the years.

 
Divorce
Posted by Maryanne
October 29, 2023
Hired Attorney

Erin was there for me every step of the way. She was always accessible and I was very confident in how she handled opposing counsel. She was extremely knowledgeable, calmly explained things to me and patiently listened to all of my worries and concerns, presenting many solutions and options. I would absolutely recommend Erin, and felt thankful to have her in my corner. I couldn’t imagine going through my divorce with any other attorney. She was excellent.

 
Family Law
Posted by Aviva
July 27, 2023
Hired Attorney

Erin has had my back the entire time through my divorce. She gets back to me, usually, with hours. She was recommended to me by a divorce coach who knew that my divorce was likely to be lengthy and difficult. She never disappointed. I felt very strongly that we had a mutually trustful relationship. She trusted that I realistically knew my situation and I trusted her knowledge of the law and opposing counsel. As birds of a feather flock together, I would trust anyone at her firm and all her recommendations.

 
Divorce
Posted by Katie
January 08, 2022
Hired Attorney

I worked with Erin on my rather lengthy, complex divorce proceeding, and from the moment we began working together, I knew Erin was the right fit. She patiently outlined my options at every turn, was incredibly responsive and timely with all filings and inquiries, and presented creative solutions to help navigate what would otherwise have been an incredibly difficult experience. Her whole team of support staff and attorneys were easy to work with, incredibly skilled, and made sure that my divorce proceeding was resolved in the most advantageous way possible. She was available on weekends and after hours as my schedule allowed to check-in on my case, and demonstrated a level of empathy and patience for my situation that left a lasting impression. I cannot recommend her enough for any case of a sensitive or personal nature - she's skilled, professional, and effective, and also supportive and empathetic.

 

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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