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Ms. Karen Robbins
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Ms. Karen Robbins

4.6
42 reviews

129-12 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701

Veteran's Affairs and Military Law, Child Custody, Child Support and 11 more

About Ms. Karen Robbins

All I do is family law, all day, every day. It's what I've done exclusively for over 20 years. Every family law attorney is a little bit different; choosing an attorney is intensely personal. You...

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Divorce
Posted by Mike
November 28, 2023
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5 stars It doesn’t get any better. Karen and her assistant, Chrystal, are Superb. I was a lost little sheep, in a wolves den. Then came Karen. Her actions helped me mentally, and financially. Usually, in these scenarios, there is only one winner. So, if you don’t want to watch your monies get burned up by a callous Lawyer actions, call Karen. She is the “Good” Karen. Tho, in your corner, if needed, Big Bad Karen, will back you up. Give them a call. You’ll find out quickly , of which I speak.z.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 24, 2011
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Ms. Robbins and her staff were very clear and professional at all times. I NEVER had any surprises or felt uniformed by her or her staff. My questions and concerns were always answered in a highly responsive and thoughtful manner. Throughout the entire process Ms. Robbins counseled me on choices and tradeoffs. Always with the intention of what was best for me and my daughter. Ms. Robbins is professional, capable, calm, and very smart. Hire her- you will be glad you did.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
June 26, 2011
Hired Attorney

My three children ran away from their mother to live with me. All I needed was a court order for child support but I needed it fast. In the end, it took nearly a year and Ms. Robbins gave in to every demand made by my ex-wife. She had no sense of urgency and she seemed to take sides with my ex-wife. I did eventually receive the court order but it was bundled with a bunch of ridiculous and highly questionable conditions. In my opinion, I should have hired a different lawyer. I give her a D-.

 
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Posted by anonymous
April 06, 2025
Hired Attorney

Men beware! Ms Robbins presided over my required divorce settlement ADR in Jan 2025. She spent most of her time in breakout sessions advising and helping my ex wife and her attorney figure out how to take me to the cleaners. In negotiations she acted as a 3rd counsel for ex wife trying to get a settlement that only benefited her. Ms. Robbins was not a neutral party as she portrayed in her introduction. She is strictly a women's advocate. Men beware!

 
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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 3
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
    • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Other 10
    • Veteran's Affairs and Military Law
    • Collaborative Law
    • Domestic
    • Family & Juvenile Law
    • Marital Property
    • Name Changes
    • Prenuptial Agreements
    • Marriage & Prenuptials
    • Separation Agreements
    • Solo & Small Firm Practice

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1989, Florida (Inactive)
    1990, District of Columbia (Inactive)
    1992, Maryland
    Memberships
    Bar Association of Montgomery County (Bar Leader
    Chair, Family Law Section, 2004-2005
    Chair, CLE Committee, 1998-1999
    Chair, Law Practice Management Section, Solo and Small Firm Section, 2000-2003)
    Bar Association of Frederick County
    Maryland State Bar Association, Inc. (Member, Family Law, Law Firm Management and Solo Firm Sections)
    American Bar Association (Family Law Section
    Vice-Chair, Child Support Committee, 2008-2009
    Member, CLE Committee, 2002-2004
    Vice-Chair, Law Firm Management and Solo Firm Sections)
    Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
    The Montgomery County Inns of Court
    Academy of Family Mediators
    Counsel of Parent Advocates and Attorneys
    Association of Collaborative Professionals
    International Association of Collaborative Professionals.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Miami
    Class of 1988
    J.D.
    magna cum laude

    University of Miami
    Class of 1988
    J.D.
    Law Review
    Other Education
    University of Richmond
    Class of 1981
    B.A.
    magna cum laude

    University of Richmond
    Class of 1981
    B.A.
    Phi Beta Kappa

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    Ms. Karen Robbins was admitted in 1992 to the State of Maryland.
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    Yes, Ms. Karen Robbins has a 4.3 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Ms. Karen Robbins attended University of Miami.
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    Karen Robbins, Attorney at Law was established in 1994.

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