Rhian McGrath - Lawyer in Bethesda, MD

versed in all aspects of divorce law,including matters involving custody, complex litigation, child support, alimonyand domestic violence, Rhian brings significant trial and courtroom experienceto her practice.

Rhians strength is her ability to work with her clients to assess the bestcourse of action for their particular circumstances, weighing the cost oflitigation against the likelihood of success with alternative disputeresolution. Known for her energy, empathy and talent, Rhian represents clientswith complex legal issues such as multi-jurisdictional property cases, valuationof unique real estate, and high-conflict custody cases.

She also works on issues that confront business owners and their spouses,such as valuing corporate assets, complex tax issues and stock distributions.Prior to joining Lerch Early, Rhian practiced complex civil litigation,including contract, commercial and real estate disputes, giving her a backgroundin business and litigation that is important when looking after her clientsbusiness interests.

Rhian also works with young professionals looking for a fresh start withoutcostly divorce litigation. She often represents people involved in domesticviolence disputes, helping clients seek protective orders, and defending thoseaccused of domestic violence.

She remains up-to-date on the latest developments in family law with her workon the executive committees of the Montgomery County Bar Association and theWomens Bar Association of Montgomery County, and as a Barrister of the Inns ofCourt of Montgomery County. Rhian is the current chair of the Montgomery CountyBar Associations Community Outreach Committee and previously co-chaired itsFamily Law Section. She also serves on the board of directors of the MontgomeryCounty Child Care Association.

Rhian received a Bachelor of Arts from The George Washington University andher Juris Doctor from The Catholic University of America, ColumbusSchool of Law. Upon completion of law school, she served as a judicial clerk tothe Honorable James L. Ryan in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, Md., Sheis admitted to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Rhian is listed in the Best Lawyers in America in Family Law and wasnamed a Rising Star by Maryland Super Lawyers magazine. When shesnot helping clients, she enjoys reading, being outdoors and traveling.