Family Law
Let Barkley & Kennedy help you with separation, divorce, custody, child support, and other family law issues.
Rockville & Frederick, Maryland
Experienced Lawyers, Personal Service
Over 30 years of practice in Montgomery and Frederick Counties. We treat each case like it is the only one we are handling.
Standing
Rated at the highest level of professional excellence by our peers
30+Years practicing in Montgomery & Frederick Counties
2Maryland offices, in Rockville and Frederick
11Practice areas across family, financial and criminal matters
30 minNo-charge initial consultation
Recognition
AV PreeminentMartindale-Hubbell peer rating
Bar Register of Preeminent LawyersListed firm
Practice Areas
The legal questions a family or a business actually runs into
Whether you need assistance with an estate, help filing for divorce, or legal advice on bankruptcy, our firm is here for you.
Bankruptcy Law
Barkley & Kennedy has over 30 years of experience with both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases.
Civil Litigation
Our reputation for creative and effective representation will help you win in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible.
Probate & Estate Planning
Careful estate planning and administration ensures your final health care and property wishes are honored, and provides for loved ones in the future.
Collaborative Law
For people interested in resolving their disputes outside of court, our vast experience with collaborative law will get you the resolution you need.
DUI & Traffic Law
Barkley & Kennedy has the experience needed to defend our clients in court against all types of charges.
Criminal Law
We have a track record of successfully defending clients throughout the State of Maryland and a reputation for being staunch advocates for the rights of our clients.
Personal Injury
If you have been injured by someone else's negligence, you may be entitled to monetary compensation.
Corporate Law
We have expertise in legal solutions for businesses that provide efficiency, achieve objectives and protect both profitability and viability.
Also handling
Divorce Law
Child Custody Law
Who We Are
We are always available, we are responsive, and we schedule our own appointments
Deep roots in the community, and active in the local and State Bar Associations as well as many charitable, community and political organizations.
Brian Barkley
Senior Partner
- Professional
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- Senior partner, Barkley & Kennedy, Chartered
- General practice of law
- Top 10 Family Law Lawyer
- Past Chair, Judicial Selections Committee, and Committee Chair of the Year, Bar Association of Montgomery County
- Education
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- The National Law Center, George Washington University, J.D., with Honors
- University of Maryland, BA, Major in Government & Politics, Minor in Psychology
- Selected affiliations
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- Rockville Chamber of Commerce, Past President
- National Capital Chapter of the MS Society, Board of Trustees and Past Chair
- Maryland and Bankruptcy Bar Associations
- Contact
- bbarkley@barkenlaw.com
Dan Kennedy
Partner
- Professional
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- Partner, Barkley & Kennedy, Chartered
- Litigation, family law, bankruptcy, estate planning and probate, collaborative law, criminal and traffic, personal injury
- Education
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- New York Law School, J.D., 1984
- The Johns Hopkins University, Bachelor of Arts, 1981
- Honors and leadership
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- President, Bar Association of Montgomery County, 2012-2013
- President, American Inn of Court for Montgomery County, 2010-2011
- President, Bar Foundation of Montgomery County, 2013-2014
- Section Chair of the Year, BAMC, 1992-1993
- Contact
- dkennedy@barkenlaw.com
Consultation
A no-charge 30-minute consultation, at either office
Contact our Frederick or Rockville law firm office for a no-charge 30-minute consultation. Virtual meetings are available.
- Call either office directlyRockville (301) 251-6600 or Frederick (301) 607-1231, Monday through Friday.
- Or write to an attorneyBrian Barkley and Dan Kennedy both publish direct addresses.
- Meet in person or virtuallyEvenings and weekends by appointment.
Offices
Two Maryland offices, one practice
Rockville
Barkley & Kennedy, Chartered51 Monroe Street, Suite 1407
Rockville, MD 20850
- Phone
- (301) 251-6600
- Fax
- (301) 762-2606
Frederick
Barkley & Kennedy, Chartered8 West Third Street
Frederick, MD 21701
- Phone
- (301) 607-1231
- Fax
- (301) 762-2606
Business hours
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.Evenings and weekends by appointment
Meetings
Virtual meeting availableAt either office or by video
Consultation
No-charge, 30 minutesRockville or Frederick
From the Firm
Writing on Maryland family and financial law
Division of Property in Maryland Divorce
Marital couples share their lives, including their property.
December 13, 2020
The "Best Interests of the Child" standard in Maryland custody disputes
In Maryland divorce matters, couples with children often dispute custody.
November 11, 2020
The Hidden Costs of Trying to Avoid Bankruptcy
As a Constitutional right, bankruptcy has been part of our nation's law.
September 28, 2020