Practicing law is not about seeing people on their best day, it's about helping them through their worst. When someone is in my office, needing my help, it is likely one of the worst times in their life. They are often angry, sad, confused, and overwhelmed. It can feel very lonely. It is my job to help guide my clients through the legal process and fight for their interests.
You're not in this alone. The Collaborative Process uses 4 professionals: 2 lawyers (1 for each party), a neutral mental health professional, and a neutral financial expert. It is a surprisingly cost effective method. Those who don't want to litigate, who are worried that a divorce will wreck their finances, or have kids, may all be good candidates for Collaborative.
Acting as a neutral, Emily is skilled at helping parties resolve their dispute, without going to Court. She is trained in both civil and domestic mediation and holds certificates from Restorative Justice Mediation Program and The Mediation Center.
You're not in this alone. The Collaborative Process uses 4 professionals: 2 lawyers (1 for each party), a neutral mental health professional, and a neutral financial expert. It is a surprisingly cost effective method. Those who don't want to litigate, who are worried that a divorce will wreck their finances, or have kids, may all be good candidates for Collaborative.
Acting as a neutral, Emily is skilled at helping parties resolve their dispute, without going to Court. She is trained in both civil and domestic mediation and holds certificates from Restorative Justice Mediation Program and The Mediation Center.
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Emily is a member of the Maryland State Bar, the Carroll County Bar, the Baltimore County Bar, the Women's Bar of Maryland, and the International Association of Collaborative Professionals.
She volunteers with the Carroll County Family law clinic, Maryland Volunteer Lawyer Services, Kids In Need of Defense, and is a Know Your Rights trainer with the ACLU of Maryland.
Emily has been recognized for The Daily Record's 2019 "Leading Women Award" and Super Lawyers Rising Stars in both 2020 and 2021.
She volunteers with the Carroll County Family law clinic, Maryland Volunteer Lawyer Services, Kids In Need of Defense, and is a Know Your Rights trainer with the ACLU of Maryland.
Emily has been recognized for The Daily Record's 2019 "Leading Women Award" and Super Lawyers Rising Stars in both 2020 and 2021.
Tell me your situation and needs so that we can determine the best legal strategy for you.
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Emily Shank is a general practice lawyer who focuses on family law with warm and empathetic engagement.
Unlike big law firms, where you may speak or work with a different person each time (and not always a lawyer!), Emily will personally handle your case from start to finish.
Emily is a mom of two little girls.
She understands the struggles of parenting - period, let alone when you are doing it while arguing with your spouse.
Simply contact me below to schedule your consultation.
Emily Shank is a general practice lawyer who focuses on family law with warm and empathetic engagement.
Unlike big law firms, where you may speak or work with a different person each time (and not always a lawyer!), Emily will personally handle your case from start to finish.
Emily is a mom of two little girls.
She understands the struggles of parenting - period, let alone when you are doing it while arguing with your spouse.
There are two 'types' of divorce.
The first is "Limited Divorce".
This is essentially a legal separation.
You can start dividing assets, set up child support and custody, but you aren't actually divorced yet- so don't try to get remarried!
The other is "Absolute Divorce".
This is a divorce in the true sense of the word.
There are many grounds for seeking an Absolute Divorce.
They are: Adultery, Desertion, Conviction of crime, Insanity, Cruelty, Excessively vicious conduct, 12 month separation, and Mutual Consent.
The first is "Limited Divorce".
This is essentially a legal separation.
You can start dividing assets, set up child support and custody, but you aren't actually divorced yet- so don't try to get remarried!
The other is "Absolute Divorce".
This is a divorce in the true sense of the word.
There are many grounds for seeking an Absolute Divorce.
They are: Adultery, Desertion, Conviction of crime, Insanity, Cruelty, Excessively vicious conduct, 12 month separation, and Mutual Consent.
Emily has been my lawyer for several years and has handled various issues that have arisen from my divorce.
She is always courteous, professional and extremely competent.
In a recent matter that I had to take to court, it was Emily's extensive preparation and knowledge of the law that convinced the opposing side to concede before we even went before the judge.
Emily is a compassionate person who always puts my mind at ease when I call with questions and concerns.
However, she doesn't allow emotion to get in the way of making clear and reasonable decisions that result in the best outcome for everyone involved.
She is always courteous, professional and extremely competent.
In a recent matter that I had to take to court, it was Emily's extensive preparation and knowledge of the law that convinced the opposing side to concede before we even went before the judge.
Emily is a compassionate person who always puts my mind at ease when I call with questions and concerns.
However, she doesn't allow emotion to get in the way of making clear and reasonable decisions that result in the best outcome for everyone involved.
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