Serving Montgomery County families and beyond with compassionate and strategic legal guidance since 2002.

Hecht & Associates is a family law practice representing clients in connection with separation, divorce, child custody disputes, property and asset division, alimony, and child support.  With experience serving Montgomery County, and its surrounding counties, since 2002, our firm provides personalized legal guidance tailored to each client’s unique situation

To find a lawyer suited to your needs, schedule a consultation to meet with them and get answers before making a decision. During this meeting, you can discuss their approach to your case, available resources, and fee structure. This consultation helps determine if you feel comfortable with their representation and confident in their ability to handle your case effectively

The first step is scheduling a consultation with our experienced family law team. During this meeting, we’ll discuss your specific situation, evaluate your case, explain potential legal strategies, and outline what you can expect throughout the process. This initial consultation helps us understand your goals while giving you the opportunity to determine if our firm is the right fit for your needs

Yes, Hecht & Associates has extensive experience handling high-conflict divorce and custody cases. Attorney Spencer Hecht and his team have a wealth of knowledge to ensure your rights are protected throughout contentious proceedings. The firm combines strategic litigation skills with negotiation expertise to manage difficult cases effectively while working toward resolution

The timeline varies significantly depending on case complexity. Even straightforward uncontested divorces can encounter unexpected disputes. If both spouses agree to resolve potential issues and marital property is not complex, some divorces can be completed in a few months. However, complex high-asset divorces with financial and custodial disputes can take up to 18 months to resolve

Physical custody determines which parent has the right for the child to live with them. In joint custody, both parents have this right according to a set schedule. Legal custody involves responsibility for making decisions on the child’s behalf, including education, medical care, and religious upbringing. Often in joint custody arrangements, both parents share legal custody even if a child or children primarily reside with one parent.  

A high-conflict custody attorney from Hecht & Associates can help by implementing strategic communication protocols, gathering compelling evidence, advocating for appropriate evaluations,, skillfully negotiating custody terms, representing you effectively in court hearings, and developing parenting plans that minimize future conflicts while protecting your relationship with your child or children.

Unlike most other states, Maryland follows equitable distribution principles when dividing marital property. This means assets are divided fairly but not necessarily equally. The court considers factors including marriage length, each spouse’s economic circumstances, contributions to the family (both financial and non-financial), and circumstances leading to the divorce (among others).

Marital property generally includes all assets acquired by either spouse during the marriage. This can include houses, cars, 401(k)s, bank accounts, furniture, jewelery, and other personal property. Some items may be exempt, such as pre-marriage assets and valuable assets received as gifts. A Statement of Marital Property is a comprehensive list of all property acquired during the marriage that is required to be filed by the parties prior to a contested divorce.  when negotiating a divorce settlement, this form can be very helpful.

Legal fees vary significantly based on case complexity. Like every marriage, every divorce has unique circumstances. Hecht & Associates does not offer one-size-fits-all divorce services. They review your specific situation and determine the appropriate retainer, while explaining the hourly rates during the initial consultation.