Atty. John Sharpe Weaver

Atty. John Sharpe Weaver

John Sharpe Weaver is a lawyer practicing family & juvenile law, alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice and 6 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Rockville Rockville 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About John Sharpe Weaver at a glance

John Sharpe Weaver is a Member based in Rockville, Maryland, practicing at Law Office of John S. Weaver. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on family law, juvenile, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1979), District of Columbia (1981), and Texas (2022). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1979) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Montgomery County (Chair, Family Law Section, 1993-1994 Executive Committee, 2001-2003) and Maryland State (Member, Family Law Section) Bar Associations District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Rockville, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Sharpe Weaver is a lawyer practicing family & juvenile law, alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices at Law Office of John S. Weaver in Rockville, MD

Practice Areas Explained

John Sharpe Weaver's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Sharpe Weaver handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John Sharpe Weaver is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Maryland →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 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 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 John Sharpe Weaver

Where is John Sharpe Weaver's law office located?
John Sharpe Weaver's law practice is located in Rockville, Maryland. The firm is Law Office of John S. Weaver. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Sharpe Weaver handle?
John Sharpe Weaver focuses on family law, juvenile, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has John Sharpe Weaver practiced law?
John Sharpe Weaver has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John Sharpe Weaver go to law school?
John Sharpe Weaver earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact John Sharpe Weaver for a consultation?
You can contact John Sharpe Weaver directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Sharpe Weaver received?
John Sharpe Weaver's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1979
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1979
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
Texas
Admitted: 2022

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