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Offit Kurman Attorney Sandra A. Brooks Named "Lawyer of the Year" for Family Law Arbitration in Washington, D.C. by The Best Lawyers in America®

August 20, 2024

Bethesda, MD –August 20, 2024 – Sandra “Sandy” A. Brooks, a distinguished family law attorney at Offit Kurman's Bethesda, MD office, has been recognized as the 2025 "Lawyer of the Year" for Family Law Arbitration in Washington, D.C. by The Best Lawyers in America®. This prestigious accolade is awarded to only one lawyer in each practice area and community, underscoring Sandy's exceptional dedication to her practice and clients.

Sandy is a tireless advocate for her clients in all aspects of family law and domestic matters, including divorce, child custody and visitation, family mediation, spousal and child support, property division, and division of retirement benefits. Her extensive experience also covers the tax implications of divorce, prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements, mediation, domestic litigation, and post-judgment proceedings.

Sandy's outstanding reputation in family law is further evidenced by her fellowship in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, placing her in the top 5% of family law attorneys in the United States, and her affiliation with the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), an exclusive group of 700 of the world's most highly regarded family law attorneys. She was also co-chair of the Family Law Section of the Family Law Section from 2015 to 2017 and Program Chair in 2014.

In addition to her legal practice, Sandy is a respected speaker and lecturer on family law issues and handles cases across all counties in Maryland. She has spoken extensively on topics covering collaborative law, mediation, divorce, custody and visitation, and child support.

Please join us in congratulating Sandy on this well-deserved honor. Her commitment and dedication continue to set a standard of excellence in family law arbitration.

For more information regarding Best Lawyers® and the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, visit www.bestlawyers.com.


About The Best Lawyers in America®: The Best Lawyers in America® list is an annual publication that identifies leading attorneys across various legal practice areas in the United States. Established in 1983, it utilizes a peer-review process in which thousands of lawyers evaluate their peers based on professional expertise and reputation. The list serves as a resource for individuals and businesses seeking legal representation. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of notable legal professionals in the country.

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