Atty. Tracy E. Phillips
Tracy Phillips is a skilled family law attorney serving Maryland and D.C., helping clients navigate every phase of the legal process with a strategic, results-oriented approach. Whether in settlement negotiations or in trial, clients appreciate her proactive nature, meticulous attention to detail, and responsiveness.
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Tracy E. Phillips is an attorney based in Bethesda, Maryland, practforg at Selzer Gurvitch. Educated at Columbus School of Law (J.D., 2012). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Serands clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Tracy Phillips is a skilled family law attorney serving Maryland and D.C., helping clients navigate every phase of the legal process with a strategic, results-oriented approach
- Whether in settlement negotiations or in trial, clients appreciate her proactive nature, meticulous attention to detail, and responsiveness
- Tracy understands the gravity of domestic matters, but she also views divorce as an empowering opportunity for a fresh start
- With her approachable yet direct style, she ensures clients are fully informed about their options while leveraging the strengths of their case
- As Tracy has explained, “helping my clients make informed decisions is really vital to reaching the best possible result for them as they move ahead in their lives.” Tracy represents clients in a wide range of family law matters including divorce, custody disputes, alimony, child support, relocation cases, LGBTQ family matters, and protective orders
- She has experience handling cases involving international issues and also frequently handles matters involving members of the military
- Tracy also regularly drafts and/or advises on prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
- Tracy excels at managing complex property and financial matters, often collaborating with outside experts such as CPAs, CFPs, appraisers, and business valuation professionals
- Her role at Selzer Gurvitch allows her to work closely with colleagues in real estate, estates and trusts, and tax — areas that frequently intersect with domestic issues
- Additionally, in high-conflict custody cases, Tracy is skilled at identifying when additional professionals, such as parenting coordinators and mental health experts, are necessary
- Before joining Selzer Gurvitch, Tracy practiced family law for nearly seven years at one of Maryland’s largest law firms
- Prior, she practiced commercial litigation at a regional business litigation firm in Washington, D.C., where she handled both jury and bench trials at the state and federal levels
- In addition to her courtroom experience, Tracy has taken and defended hundreds of depositions
- She is a trained mediator and has also completed Maryland’s Best Interest Attorney training in accordance with the state’s Child Counsel and Custody Rules and Guidelines
- Additionally, Tracy is a former Montgomery County Circuit Court judicial law clerk, having clerked for the Honorable Nelson W. Rupp, Jr. following law school
- During law school, she advocated for victims of domestic violence and child abuse through internships with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office, and the National Center for Victims of Crime, giving her deep insight into complex family issues
- Tracy is active in the Bar Association of Montgomery County and has been involved in a number of committees, including presently serving a two-year term on its Executive Committee
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Maryland
Practforg law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Bethesda are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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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