Atty. Amanda Chartier Smith
Amanda Chartier Smith is a lawyer practicing child custody, divorce, family & juvenile law and 2 other areas of law. Amanda received a B.S. degree from College of William & Mary in 2009, and has been licensed for 13 years.
Child Custody & More Attorney · Serving Rockville, MD · 13+ Years Experience
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About Amanda Chartier Smith at a Glance
Amanda Chartier Smith is an Associate based in Rockville, Maryland, practicing at Dragga, Hannon & Wills, LLP. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2013). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (JD, 2013) and College of William & Mary (B.S. Washington, 2009). Active member of American Bar Association Maryland State Bar Association Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland and the Montgomery County Women's Bar Association. Serves clients in Rockville, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Amanda Chartier Smith
- Amanda Chartier Smith is a lawyer practicing child custody, divorce, family & juvenile law and 2 other areas of law
- Amanda received a B.S. degree from College of William & Mary in 2009, and has been licensed for 13 years
- Amanda practices at Dragga, Hannon & Wills, LLP in Rockville, MD
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Amanda Chartier Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Amanda Chartier Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Rockville.
Divorce in Rockville
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Amanda Chartier Smith is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Maryland →
Child Custody & Visitation in Rockville
Amanda Chartier Smith is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Maryland →
Personal Injury in Rockville
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Amanda Chartier Smith is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →
Juvenile Law in Rockville
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Rockville
Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rockville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Rockville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Rockville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Rockville Choose Amanda Chartier Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Amanda Chartier Smith's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, personal injury, and juvenile.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Amanda Chartier Smith brings 13+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and personal injury, Amanda Chartier Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Rockville
A Rockville-based practice means Amanda Chartier Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Amanda Chartier Smith Handles in Rockville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Amanda Chartier Smith has experience with under Maryland law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Amanda Chartier Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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