Atty. Deborah Lacey Skillman

Atty. Deborah Lacey Skillman

Deborah Lacey Skillman is a lawyer practicing family law, bankruptcy, personal injury and 8 other areas of law. Deborah received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Bel Air Bel Air 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Deborah Lacey Skillman at a glance

Deborah Lacey Skillman is a Managing Partner based in Bel Air, Maryland, practicing at Deborah L. Skillman, P.A.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on wills, chapter 7, probate, chapter 13, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1986) and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. Bankruptcy Court (1987). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1985) and Carleton College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Harford County Bar Association. Serands clients in Bel Air, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Deborah Lacey Skillman is a lawyer practicing family law, bankruptcy, personal injury and 8 other areas of law
  • Deborah received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Deborah practices at Deborah L. Skillman, P.A. in Bel Air, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah Lacey Skillman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deborah Lacey Skillman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Deborah Lacey Skillman is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Maryland →

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Deborah Lacey Skillman is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Maryland →

Probate

Deborah Lacey Skillman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Maryland →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Deborah Lacey Skillman is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Maryland →

Personal Injury

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.

Deborah Lacey Skillman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →

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 Bel Air 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 Deborah Lacey Skillman

Where is Deborah Lacey Skillman's law office located?
Deborah Lacey Skillman's law practice is located in Bel Air, Maryland. The firm is Deborah L. Skillman, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah Lacey Skillman handle?
Deborah Lacey Skillman focuses on wills, chapter 7, probate, chapter 13, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Deborah Lacey Skillman practiced law?
Deborah Lacey Skillman has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Deborah Lacey Skillman go to law school?
Deborah Lacey Skillman earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Deborah Lacey Skillman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Deborah Lacey Skillman received?
Deborah Lacey Skillman's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1985
B.A.
Carleton College
- 1982

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 1987

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