McLeod, Weschler & Yeager, P.C. - Frederick, MD
Family Law Lawyers in Frederick, MD
141 W. Patrick St. First Floor Frederick, MD 21701
- 1 Super Lawyers®
- 2 Attorney Ratings
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28
Years
Experience
Frederick Family Law Firm
Updated: 02/28/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
Litigation: 100%
Firm Information
Overview
Going through a divorce can make people feel bewildered and unsure of the best ways to protect themselves. We work to ensure that our clients get high quality and caring legal support.
We make every effort to explain the issues and alternatives to our clients so that they can participate in making the decisions that will affect their lives and the lives of their children. We are always prepared to litigate a case in court, but if possible we try to reach a resolution through settlement or mediation. When a settlement cannot be reached, or when the opposing party is unreasonable, our goal is to provide each client with tough, aggressive representation that will result in the best possible outcome.
In order to serve our clients with the highest level of representation, our firm concentrates its practice in the areas of Divorce and Family Law.Awards and Honors
Super Lawyers® Selectees
McLeod, Weschler & Yeager, P.C. selected for a Super Lawyers® list
- Yeager, Karen S. On a Super Lawyers® List
Honors
- Pro Bono Service Award, Montgomery County Bar Association, 1983, 1984, 1985
Classes and Seminars
- A Road-Map for the Therapist to Divorce and Custody Litigation, 1993
Pro Bono Activities
- Linda Haspel, Chair, MCBA Pro Bono Committee, 1986 - 1988
Representative Cases
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Noffsinger v. Noffsinger
- Citation: 620 A.2d 415
- Court: Md.App.
- Year: 1993
- Serial Number: 1993056775
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McNaughton v. McNaughton
- Citation: 538 A.2d 1193
- Court: Md.App.
- Year: 1988
- Serial Number: 1988046534
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Hosain v. Malik
- Citation: 671 A.2d 988
- Court: Md.App.
- Year: 1996
- Serial Number: 1996054208
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Malik v. Malik
- Citation: 638 A.2d 1184
- Court: Md.App.
- Year: 1994
- Serial Number: 1994073410
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Campitelli v. Johnson
- Citation: 761 A.2d 369
- Court: 134 Md. App. 698
- Year: 2000
- Serial Number: 2000596717
Reviews
Customer Reviews for McLeod, Weschler & Yeager, P.C.
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Verified ClientHired Law firm 2023-2024Gwen McLeod is the best of the best. Highly recommended. Always felt comfortable knowing she had my best interest. She is definitely the one to "fight for u"!!!! 100% A+
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Consulted Law firm 2023-2025I was involved in a divorce case where litigation strategy prioritized procedural wins over economic outcomes. In January 2025, the marital home was valued at $370,000, and a negotiated buyout at fair market value was on the table. Instead, the matter proceeded toward an open- market sale, and the heartache of a hearing. Nearly a year later, the home ultimately sold for almost 6 figures less. After transaction costs and mortgage payoff, the net proceeds were dramatically lower than what could have been done through negotiation. It left me wondering whether clients are always being guided toward strategies that maximize their financial outcomes, vs strategies that simply prevail in court, provide more chances for histrionics, and clock more hours. Future clients may want to ask detailed questions about cost-benefit analysis before pursuing prolonged litigation.
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Hired Law firm 2022-2024Beware of McLeod, Weschler and Yager. Their actions demonstrate a reckless disregard for the safety and well-being of children, which is alarming given the influence and power they wield in their profession. This is not a firm who can be trusted to act responsibly or ethically, especially in matters that demand care and accountability. If you value integrity and the protection of vulnerable individuals, look elsewhere. Entrusting them with any case involving the welfare of others could have dangerous consequences.
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Hired Law firm 2021-2024Very poorly mismanaged law office with several highly unscrupulous attorneys. Go pro se and save yourself the aggrivation. If you have the misfortune of being assigned one of these entities, mobilize. Get court watchers on your side and bring as much attention to your case as possible to protect your family. You are entering a criminal racket when you engage with these folks.
Attorneys
Staff
- Kim Tripp, Office Manager
- Carolyn Carson, Legal Assistant
- Cosma Spassiani, Legal Assistant
Staff
- Kim Tripp, Office Manager
- Carolyn Carson, Legal Assistant
- Cosma Spassiani, Legal Assistant
Contact
141 W. Patrick St.
First Floor
Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-850-7234
Fax: 301-631-0595
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.wefight4u.com
Additional Maryland Locations
Rockville, MD (26.9 miles)
51 Monroe Street
Suite 507
Rockville, MD 20850
Phone: 301-850-7234
Fax: 301-424-0569
Email: Send a message
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