Atty. Barbara A. Kestenbaum

Atty. Barbara A. Kestenbaum

Barbara A. Kestenbaum is a lawyer practicing family law, adoptions law, special education law and 5 other areas of law.

Edgewater Edgewater 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara A. Kestenbaum at a glance

Barbara A. Kestenbaum is a Member based in Edgewater, Maryland, practicing at Barbara A. Kestenbaum. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1985), District of Columbia (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1985), and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1986). Educated at Catholic University (J.D., 1984) and University of Texas (B.S., 1966). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Montgomery County and American (Member, Sections on: Family, Probate and Employment Law) Bar Associations Maryland State Bar Association, Inc and The District of Columbia Bar Maryland Women's Bar Association Montgomery County (Executive Board 1991-1994) Women's Bar Association. Serands clients in Edgewater, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Barbara A. Kestenbaum is a lawyer practicing family law, adoptions law, special education law and 5 other areas of law
  • Barbara A. received a B.S. degree from University of Texas in 1966, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Barbara A. practices at Barbara A. Kestenbaum in Edgewater, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara A. Kestenbaum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara A. Kestenbaum handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Barbara A. Kestenbaum is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Maryland →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Barbara A. Kestenbaum is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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 Edgewater 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara A. Kestenbaum

Where is Barbara A. Kestenbaum's law office located?
Barbara A. Kestenbaum's law practice is located in Edgewater, Maryland. The firm is Barbara A. Kestenbaum. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara A. Kestenbaum handle?
Barbara A. Kestenbaum focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Barbara A. Kestenbaum practiced law?
Barbara A. Kestenbaum has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Barbara A. Kestenbaum go to law school?
Barbara A. Kestenbaum earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1966).
How can I contact Barbara A. Kestenbaum for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Barbara A. Kestenbaum received?
Barbara A. Kestenbaum's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Catholic University
- 1984
B.S.
University of Texas
- 1966

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Admitted: 1986

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