Family law matters involve far more than legal proceedings – they affect the most personal and important aspects of our clients’ lives. At Selzer Gurvitch, we understand that issues such as divorce, child custody disputes and other family-related challenges can be both emotionally and financially complex. Our attorneys approach every matter with strategic focus, discretion and genuine empathy, providing clear guidance and practical solutions so clients are informed, feel supported and are prepared to move forward with confidence.

We represent individuals and families throughout Maryland and the District of Columbia in a full range of family law matters, including separation and divorce, child custody and support, alimony, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, high-asset and complex property division, protective orders, assisted reproductive technology and adoption. Our family law team frequently collaborates with colleagues in the firm’s tax, business and estate planning practices, enabling us to address the broader financial and legal considerations that often arise in family law cases. We also work closely with a trusted network of professionals – including CPAs, financial planners, valuation experts, forensic accountants, mental health professionals, parenting coordinators and custody evaluators – to ensure each client receives comprehensive and tailored guidance.

Whenever possible, we help clients resolve disputes efficiently and constructively outside the courtroom. As trained mediators and skilled negotiators, our attorneys regularly assist families through mediation, the Collaborative Process and strategic settlement discussions that minimize conflict and preserve resources. When litigation becomes necessary, however, we are prepared to decisively and effectively pursue the best outcome for our clients in court.

Our commitment extends beyond individual cases. Selzer Gurvitch attorneys are active leaders in the legal community and dedicate significant time to supporting individuals and families in need.

Whether guiding a client through a complex divorce, helping parents develop a thoughtful parenting plan or fiercely advocating for a client in contested litigation, we bring experience, sound  judgment and personal attention to every matter. We are honored that our clients place their trust in us during some of life’s most challenging transitions, and we are committed to helping them protect what matters most.

Our family law attorneys have experience with:

• Adoption
• Alimony and spousal support
• Appeals
• Assisted reproductive technology
• Child custody, parenting plans and modifications
• Child support, contempt and enforcement and modifications
• Complex property division
• Divorce
• Domestic violence, protective orders and peace orders
• High-asset divorce
• International divorce and family law matters
• LGBTQIA+ family law issues
• Marital settlement, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Mediation and alternative dispute resolution
• Military family matters
• Post-judgment litigation
• Relocation issues
• Unmarried couples