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Atty. Pamela Parvis

Atty. Pamela Parvis

I help. It’s that simple.

Rockville Rockville 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Pamela Parvis at a glance

Pamela Parvis is a Principal based in Rockville, Maryland, practicing at Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A.. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, alimony, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2002). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Mount Holyoke College (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maryland State Bar Association. Serands clients in Rockville, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • I help
  • It’s that simple
  • For over 20 years, I’ve focused on helping my clients navigate some of life’s biggest challenges: divorce, custody, domestic violence, and financial matters like alimony, child support & property division
  • Often & understandably, clients feel unheard, overwhelmed & powerless
  • Together, we work as a team
  • To help each client do what’s best for them & their family
  • To help each client move forward
  • Let’s move your story forward… Everyone has a story
  • Whether “The End” or the blank page of new chapter, I’m here to move yours forward
  • To tell your story in court
  • To write an agreement for your new beginning
  • To put a period on what’s done
  • And to support you choosing your own next adventure
  • No two clients are alike
  • To honor the unique circumstances of each, their family, and their story, I customize my approach & representation
  • Customized means zealous & client-driven advocacy, no matter how contested or uncontested
  • From amicable settlement, to strategic negotiation, to complex litigation and trial
  • When clients often feel unheard & powerless in a situation that feels out of control, I empower them with information and knowledge about the law & legal process
  • So my clients decide what’s best for their story to move forward
  • Together, my client and I collaborate as a team
  • We develop options
  • We evaluate solutions
  • We create strategy
  • Our team may include the Firm’s supporting associate attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants, as well as outside experts
  • My clients are not left to face challenges alone or unsupported
  • Being a family-focused attorney means more than just knowledge, skills, and experience
  • For me, it’s about compassionate curiosity for my clients’ stories and passionate problem solving for their families
  • No matter the crisis or complexity, to move my clients & their stories forward to a better future

Practice Areas Explained

Pamela Parvis's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Pamela Parvis is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Maryland →

Child Custody & Visitation

Pamela Parvis is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Maryland →

Family Law

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

Pamela Parvis is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Maryland →

Alimony / Spousal Support

Pamela Parvis is one of 10,688 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony attorneys in Maryland →

Domestic Violence Defense

Pamela Parvis is one of 12,315 dv defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dv defense 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 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 Pamela Parvis

Where is Pamela Parvis's law office located?
Pamela Parvis's law practice is located in Rockville, Maryland. The firm is Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Pamela Parvis handle?
Pamela Parvis focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, alimony, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Pamela Parvis practiced law?
Pamela Parvis has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Pamela Parvis go to law school?
Pamela Parvis earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Pamela Parvis for a consultation?
You can contact Pamela Parvis 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 Pamela Parvis received?
Pamela Parvis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore School of Law
- 2001
B.A.
Mount Holyoke College
- 1995

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2002

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