Paula J. Darrah - Severna Park, MD
Attorney at Darrah Family Law
Alimony Lawyers in Severna Park, MD
838 Ritchie Highway Suite 2 Severna Park, MD 21146 - 4178
Severna Park Alimony Lawyer
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Alimony
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Parenting Plans
- Pension Division (QDRO, EDRO, DRO)
- Prenuptial Agreements
- Property Settlement Agreements
Attorney Information
Overview
Ms. Darrah is a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park and the University of Baltimore School of Law. Her practice focuses on family law including the areas of divorce, custody and support. Ms. Darrah holds an AV Preeminent rating with Martindale Hubbell for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Leading Lawyer (2009, 2010) – What's Up? Magazine of Annapolis
- Best of Severna Park (2020-2023) - Severna Park Voice
Education
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Legal Education
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University of Baltimore School of Law,
Baltimore,
Maryland, 1985
J.D.
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University of Baltimore School of Law,
Baltimore,
Maryland, 1985
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Non Legal Education
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University of Maryland,
College Park,
Maryland, 1982
B.A.
Honors: Alpha Phi Sigma
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University of Maryland,
College Park,
Maryland, 1982
Current Employment Position(s)
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Member
Classes and Seminars
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Maryland State Bar Association, Lecturer
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Anne Arundel County Bar Association, Lecturer
- YMCA, Lecturer
Pro Bono Activities
- Anne Arundel County Community College, Member of Board of Trustees, Trustee (2016-2021), Vice Chair (2020-2021)
- Chesapeake Arts Center, Brooklyn Park, MD Board of Directors (2004-2010)
Bar Admissions
- Maryland, 1985
- U.S. District Court District of Maryland, 1986
- U.S. Federal Courts, 1986
- U.S. Supreme Court, 2001
Other Affiliations
- American Bar Association, Section for Solo, Section for Family Law (Member)
- Maryland State Bar, Section for Family Law (Member)
- Anne Arundel County Bar Association (Member)
Contact
838 Ritchie Highway
Suite 2
Severna Park, MD 21146 - 4178
Phone: 410-973-0037
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.darrahfamilylaw.com/
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