Atty. Cheryl Mitchell Gaines

Atty. Cheryl Mitchell Gaines

Cheryl Mitchell Gaines is a lawyer practicing family law, child welfare, foster care and 4 other areas of law. Cheryl received a M.Div. degree from Colgate Rochester Divinity School in 1997, and has been licensed for 37 years.

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Profile Summary

About Cheryl Mitchell Gaines at a glance

Cheryl Mitchell Gaines is a Member based in Silver Spring, Maryland, practicing at Shekinah Legal Group, PLLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, juvenile, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1989), U.S. District Court, Middle, Eastern and Western Districts of Louisiana (1989), U.S. Supreme Court (1996), and District of Columbia (2004). Educated at Colgate Rochester Divinity School (M.Div. Louisiana, 1997) and Tulane University Law School (J.D., 1989). Active member of Louisiana State, American (Member, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, 2004) and National Bar Associations District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Silver Spring, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Cheryl Mitchell Gaines is a lawyer practicing family law, child welfare, foster care and 4 other areas of law
  • Cheryl received a M.Div. degree from Colgate Rochester Divinity School in 1997, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Cheryl practices at Shekinah Legal Group, PLLC in Silver Spring, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Cheryl Mitchell Gaines's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cheryl Mitchell Gaines handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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.

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Juvenile Law

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 Silver Spring 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 Cheryl Mitchell Gaines

Where is Cheryl Mitchell Gaines's law office located?
Cheryl Mitchell Gaines's law practice is located in Silver Spring, Maryland. The firm is Shekinah Legal Group, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cheryl Mitchell Gaines handle?
Cheryl Mitchell Gaines focuses on criminal defense, family law, juvenile, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Cheryl Mitchell Gaines practiced law?
Cheryl Mitchell Gaines has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Cheryl Mitchell Gaines go to law school?
Cheryl Mitchell Gaines earned their education at (M.Div. Louisiana, 1997); (J.D., 1989).
How can I contact Cheryl Mitchell Gaines for a consultation?
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Education

M.Div. Louisiana
Colgate Rochester Divinity School
- 1997
J.D.
Tulane University Law School
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Middle, Eastern and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004

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