Christopher Castellano - Rockville, MD
Attorney at Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, PA
Family Law Lawyers in Rockville, MD
111 Rockville Pike Suite 975 Rockville, MD 20850
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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15
Years
Experience
Rockville Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 10/05/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Alimony
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Child Visitation
- Divorce
- Divorce for Business Owners
- Equitable Distribution
- Family Law Modifications
- Family Mediation
- High Asset Divorce
- Postnuptial Attorney
- Prenuptial Agreements
- Separation
Attorney Information
Overview
Christopher R. Castellano is a Maryland family law attorney and Principal at Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, PA. He represents clients in divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, protective order, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreement matters throughout Maryland.
Chris understands that family law disputes are rarely just legal problems. They often involve financial uncertainty, parenting concerns, emotional strain, and major life transitions. His approach is focused, practical, and strategic. Whether a case calls for negotiation, mediation, settlement planning, or litigation, Chris works to help clients understand their options, protect their interests, and make informed decisions at every stage of the process.
In divorce and custody matters, Chris pays close attention to both the immediate issues and the long-term consequences of any agreement or court order. He assists clients with matters involving parenting schedules, decision-making authority, support, property division, retirement assets, business interests, and other financial issues that can significantly affect a family’s future.
Clients turn to Chris for clear guidance, careful preparation, and steady advocacy during some of the most difficult moments in their lives. His goal is to provide practical legal advice, strong representation, and a path forward that is tailored to each client’s circumstances.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Family Law Power List, The Daily Record, 2025
- Top Attorneys in Maryland Rising Stars, 2024
- Super Lawyers®, Maryland Rising Star, 2019 - 2026
- Super Lawyers®, DC Rising Star, 2019 - 2023
- Best Lawyers One to Watch, 2023 - 2024
- "10 Best" for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2015
Other Sources of Feedback About Christopher Castellano
Included on the 2026 Maryland Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Maryland Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Maryland Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Maryland Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Washington DC Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Maryland Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Washington DC Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Maryland Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Washington DC Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Maryland Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Washington DC Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Maryland Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Washington DC Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
- University of Baltimore School of Law, Baltimore, Maryland, 2011
Non Legal Education
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University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), 2008
B.A.
Honors: cum laude
Major: Political Science and Government
Current Employment Position(s)
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Principal, since February 1, 2025
Past Positions
- Belli, Weil & Grozbean, P.C., Associate, July 8, 2013 - July 1, 2019
- Attorney Grievance Commission of Maryland, Law Clerk, 2012 - 2013
- Business & Technology Law Group, Law Clerk, 2011
- Cowie & Mott, P.A., Law Clerk, 2010
- Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office, Legal Intern, 2009
Languages
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English (Primary)
Bar Admissions
- Maryland, 2011
- District of Columbia
Other Affiliations
- Maryland Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Montgomery County Bar Association
- Sixx Cool Moms Approved
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Contact
111 Rockville Pike
Suite 975
Rockville, MD 20850
Phone Number: 240-297-1782
Fax Number: 301-220-1214
Email: Send a message
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