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Bethany Shechtel

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Licensed for 7 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

Bethany G. Shechtel is a native Washingtonian and grew up in Montgomery County, Maryland. Bethany is a graduate of Richard Montgomery High School, Towson University, College of Notre Dame of Maryland, and the University of the District of Columbia Law School.Bethany comes to the legal profession with a strong background in education. Bethany worked for the better half of a decade as a teacher in both Baltimore City, Maryland, and Miami-Dade County, Florida, prior to entering law school.Capitalizing on her experience and background in education, Bethany handles cases relating to family law, domestic violence, guardianship, juvenile, and special education matters.Upon entering law school at NOVA Southeastern University Law School, Bethany was selected to be a member of the NOVA Trial Association, Vice-President of the International Law Student Association and an editor of the International Greenbook. Upon moving back to the Washington D.C. Metropolitan area and transferring to the University of the District of Columbia School of Law, Bethany graduated top in her class earning Summa Cum Laude. Bethany, through the Juvenile and Special Education Law Clinic at UDC, successfully worked for clients at Due Process Hearings and acted as an educational advocate in criminal sentencing hearings, due process hearings, parole revocation hearings, and has worked with school systems both public and private to ensure success for the individual student. Bethany also served as a research assistant to both Professor Andrew Ferguson and Adrienne Jones* and was able to maintain a full academic course load while employed as a law clerk. Shortly after graduating from law school the American Bar Association published an article Bethany wrote on the use of neuroscience in juvenile criminal cases**.Bethany is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association, Montgomery County Bar Association, Frederick County Bar Association, serves as a Board Member for the Simon E. Sobeloff Jewish Law Society and is active in the Montgomery County Women’s Bar Association. Additionally, Bethany has been selected as a SuperLawyers Rising Star (2017 – 2019) and received the Avvo Client’s Choice Badge (2015).

Practices Areas

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

BGS Law, LLC110 N. Washington Street, Suite 404Rockville, MD, 20850

Office: (301) 579-3628

Website: N/A

Reviews

Matthew
April 16, 2021

After making a $25k mistake by retaining the first Family Law attorney that appeared in a google search who was a complete idiot who would charge me just for him to sit there and tell me stories, take my calls and confused me with other cases & could never remember any of the details on my case. I had to find another attorney. I finally had enough due to my Divorce & Custody cases being a complete mess. So I found Bethany Shechtel with BGS Law. In my opinion Bethany turned out to be the best Family Law Attorney in Montgomery County. Bethany quickly cleaned up all of the messes that were created by my previous attorney and got my cases back on track. Her support staff were excellent (Thank you Donna & Sharon!) When COVID-19 hit & the courts closed Bethany was proactive to ensure that when the courts opened that we were ready to get the cases resolved quickly, cost effectively and as stress free as possible. She got it done and was a life saver!! Thank you so much Bethany!

Josie
July 7, 2019

I absolutely recommend hiring Bethany! She has made my divorce and custody process the most smooth as she possibly can! She responds to all messages and emails in a timely manner and breaks down EVERYTHING to her best ability for you to understand. She puts my children first to make sure everything is in the best interest of the children. She is very much worth every penny and I am so thankful for her

Aimeé
August 11, 2018

One of the most amazing lawyers I have ever met. My husband and I had a very difficult crazy family court case. We thought there was no hope and it was only a month from trial, she got us an amazing settlement. She ensured we got her everything that was needed. I personally was so nervous about everything but she calmed and explained everything to us. She ensured we were comfortable and fought for everything we wanted. Our outcome could have been rough with us only getting her in such a short amount of time, but it turned out to be the best that could have happened. When we had a question or needed her guidance we always got an answer and quickly too. I highly recommend her to anyone. We have already referred her to a number of people. And they are also unbelievably happy too. We are also ensuring we keep her for anything in the future. If Bethany is in your corner you can relax because she is amazing and fights for her clients.

anonymous
December 8, 2017

Stephen and Bethany Shechtel are a father-daughter combo. I have worked with both and I am impressed, not only with their knowledge of family law, but with their commitment to ensuring that their clients are informed and represented to the fullest extent. They are very accessible and go beyond, not only what other lawyers would do, but what most people would do. This duo thinks and acts on the behalf of their clients so fervently and aggressively that you feel like family. I am beyond happy and emphatically recommend Stephen and Bethany Shechtel; I am less stressed and feel more protected since securing their services.

Carlos
October 13, 2017

Bethany was very thorough, she kept me updated at all times and strategically led me in all the right directions for me to gain custody of my 3 kids! She’s very aggressive, smart and tells it how it is... Her paralegal Jennifer was also amazing making sure I had all my documents in line, reminding me of court dates, and ensuring Bethany had everything ready for meetings and court days! I would DEFINITELY recommend this firm!

anonymous
September 27, 2017

After a morning of despair mounting, I reached out and was connected with Bethany Shechtel. She is the silver lining in a cloud of fear and misfortune. Bethany took the time to listen to my case. She was patient, kind, professional, and exhibited a no-nonsense, straight-forward type of honesty that set the stage. She was willing to work with me, in defense of my four children, regardless of the short notice (four days, only 2 which were actual business days). And regardless of the difficulties of our case, Bethany of Shechtel and Associates,delivered us a positive outcome!! She is truly a blessing for our family. If you are prepared to be honest and do your best to prepare for Court, you have come to the right place for supreme representation. I am ever so grateful for the time, work, and efforts that Bethany put in to defend my family. We could not have done it without Shechtel and Associates.

Barbara
August 30, 2016

Ms. Shechtel and staff are absolutely phenomenal. They always made me feel that I was the most important client. I feel they were always one step ahead to protect me and my best interest. She is very knowledgeable and precise. I highly recommend this firm I was very happy with my settlement. The office is very convenient in the city of Rockville near the courts. Barbara

anonymous
November 5, 2015

Bethany really makes you feel like one of her own. She takes you under her wing and treats you fairly amd honestly. She is very good at what she does amd she uses every bit of her knowledge to help you las if you were family.

Jennifer
September 21, 2015

Ms. Shechtel is a passionate and intelligent individual whom is very knowledgeable in domestic matters. Trustworthy and easy to feel comfortable to work with. I would absolutely rather be on her side of the table.

Steve
August 28, 2015

I would highly recommend Bethany and Shechtel & Associates for their superior work ethics. They are very friendly as well as knowledgeable when it came to dealing with my personal case. Bethany had my best interests in mind and helped guide me and advise me throughout the entire process. I cannot speak highly enough about Bethany and the firm she is a part of.

Matthew
April 16, 2021

After making a $25k mistake by retaining the first Family Law attorney that appeared in a google search who was a complete idiot who would charge me just for him to sit there and tell me stories, take my calls and confused me with other cases & could never remember any of the details on my case. I had to find another attorney. I finally had enough due to my Divorce & Custody cases being a complete mess. So I found Bethany Shechtel with BGS Law. In my opinion Bethany turned out to be the best Family Law Attorney in Montgomery County. Bethany quickly cleaned up all of the messes that were created by my previous attorney and got my cases back on track. Her support staff were excellent (Thank you Donna & Sharon!) When COVID-19 hit & the courts closed Bethany was proactive to ensure that when the courts opened that we were ready to get the cases resolved quickly, cost effectively and as stress free as possible. She got it done and was a life saver!! Thank you so much Bethany!

Josie
July 7, 2019

I absolutely recommend hiring Bethany! She has made my divorce and custody process the most smooth as she possibly can! She responds to all messages and emails in a timely manner and breaks down EVERYTHING to her best ability for you to understand. She puts my children first to make sure everything is in the best interest of the children. She is very much worth every penny and I am so thankful for her

Aimeé
August 11, 2018

One of the most amazing lawyers I have ever met. My husband and I had a very difficult crazy family court case. We thought there was no hope and it was only a month from trial, she got us an amazing settlement. She ensured we got her everything that was needed. I personally was so nervous about everything but she calmed and explained everything to us. She ensured we were comfortable and fought for everything we wanted. Our outcome could have been rough with us only getting her in such a short amount of time, but it turned out to be the best that could have happened. When we had a question or needed her guidance we always got an answer and quickly too. I highly recommend her to anyone. We have already referred her to a number of people. And they are also unbelievably happy too. We are also ensuring we keep her for anything in the future. If Bethany is in your corner you can relax because she is amazing and fights for her clients.

anonymous
December 8, 2017

Stephen and Bethany Shechtel are a father-daughter combo. I have worked with both and I am impressed, not only with their knowledge of family law, but with their commitment to ensuring that their clients are informed and represented to the fullest extent. They are very accessible and go beyond, not only what other lawyers would do, but what most people would do. This duo thinks and acts on the behalf of their clients so fervently and aggressively that you feel like family. I am beyond happy and emphatically recommend Stephen and Bethany Shechtel; I am less stressed and feel more protected since securing their services.

Carlos
October 13, 2017

Bethany was very thorough, she kept me updated at all times and strategically led me in all the right directions for me to gain custody of my 3 kids! She’s very aggressive, smart and tells it how it is... Her paralegal Jennifer was also amazing making sure I had all my documents in line, reminding me of court dates, and ensuring Bethany had everything ready for meetings and court days! I would DEFINITELY recommend this firm!

anonymous
September 27, 2017

After a morning of despair mounting, I reached out and was connected with Bethany Shechtel. She is the silver lining in a cloud of fear and misfortune. Bethany took the time to listen to my case. She was patient, kind, professional, and exhibited a no-nonsense, straight-forward type of honesty that set the stage. She was willing to work with me, in defense of my four children, regardless of the short notice (four days, only 2 which were actual business days). And regardless of the difficulties of our case, Bethany of Shechtel and Associates,delivered us a positive outcome!! She is truly a blessing for our family. If you are prepared to be honest and do your best to prepare for Court, you have come to the right place for supreme representation. I am ever so grateful for the time, work, and efforts that Bethany put in to defend my family. We could not have done it without Shechtel and Associates.

Barbara
August 30, 2016

Ms. Shechtel and staff are absolutely phenomenal. They always made me feel that I was the most important client. I feel they were always one step ahead to protect me and my best interest. She is very knowledgeable and precise. I highly recommend this firm I was very happy with my settlement. The office is very convenient in the city of Rockville near the courts. Barbara

anonymous
November 5, 2015

Bethany really makes you feel like one of her own. She takes you under her wing and treats you fairly amd honestly. She is very good at what she does amd she uses every bit of her knowledge to help you las if you were family.

Jennifer
September 21, 2015

Ms. Shechtel is a passionate and intelligent individual whom is very knowledgeable in domestic matters. Trustworthy and easy to feel comfortable to work with. I would absolutely rather be on her side of the table.

Steve
August 28, 2015

I would highly recommend Bethany and Shechtel & Associates for their superior work ethics. They are very friendly as well as knowledgeable when it came to dealing with my personal case. Bethany had my best interests in mind and helped guide me and advise me throughout the entire process. I cannot speak highly enough about Bethany and the firm she is a part of.

Matthew
April 16, 2021

After making a $25k mistake by retaining the first Family Law attorney that appeared in a google search who was a complete idiot who would charge me just for him to sit there and tell me stories, take my calls and confused me with other cases & could never remember any of the details on my case. I had to find another attorney. I finally had enough due to my Divorce & Custody cases being a complete mess. So I found Bethany Shechtel with BGS Law. In my opinion Bethany turned out to be the best Family Law Attorney in Montgomery County. Bethany quickly cleaned up all of the messes that were created by my previous attorney and got my cases back on track. Her support staff were excellent (Thank you Donna & Sharon!) When COVID-19 hit & the courts closed Bethany was proactive to ensure that when the courts opened that we were ready to get the cases resolved quickly, cost effectively and as stress free as possible. She got it done and was a life saver!! Thank you so much Bethany!

Josie
July 7, 2019

I absolutely recommend hiring Bethany! She has made my divorce and custody process the most smooth as she possibly can! She responds to all messages and emails in a timely manner and breaks down EVERYTHING to her best ability for you to understand. She puts my children first to make sure everything is in the best interest of the children. She is very much worth every penny and I am so thankful for her

Aimeé
August 11, 2018

One of the most amazing lawyers I have ever met. My husband and I had a very difficult crazy family court case. We thought there was no hope and it was only a month from trial, she got us an amazing settlement. She ensured we got her everything that was needed. I personally was so nervous about everything but she calmed and explained everything to us. She ensured we were comfortable and fought for everything we wanted. Our outcome could have been rough with us only getting her in such a short amount of time, but it turned out to be the best that could have happened. When we had a question or needed her guidance we always got an answer and quickly too. I highly recommend her to anyone. We have already referred her to a number of people. And they are also unbelievably happy too. We are also ensuring we keep her for anything in the future. If Bethany is in your corner you can relax because she is amazing and fights for her clients.

anonymous
December 8, 2017

Stephen and Bethany Shechtel are a father-daughter combo. I have worked with both and I am impressed, not only with their knowledge of family law, but with their commitment to ensuring that their clients are informed and represented to the fullest extent. They are very accessible and go beyond, not only what other lawyers would do, but what most people would do. This duo thinks and acts on the behalf of their clients so fervently and aggressively that you feel like family. I am beyond happy and emphatically recommend Stephen and Bethany Shechtel; I am less stressed and feel more protected since securing their services.

Carlos
October 13, 2017

Bethany was very thorough, she kept me updated at all times and strategically led me in all the right directions for me to gain custody of my 3 kids! She’s very aggressive, smart and tells it how it is... Her paralegal Jennifer was also amazing making sure I had all my documents in line, reminding me of court dates, and ensuring Bethany had everything ready for meetings and court days! I would DEFINITELY recommend this firm!

anonymous
September 27, 2017

After a morning of despair mounting, I reached out and was connected with Bethany Shechtel. She is the silver lining in a cloud of fear and misfortune. Bethany took the time to listen to my case. She was patient, kind, professional, and exhibited a no-nonsense, straight-forward type of honesty that set the stage. She was willing to work with me, in defense of my four children, regardless of the short notice (four days, only 2 which were actual business days). And regardless of the difficulties of our case, Bethany of Shechtel and Associates,delivered us a positive outcome!! She is truly a blessing for our family. If you are prepared to be honest and do your best to prepare for Court, you have come to the right place for supreme representation. I am ever so grateful for the time, work, and efforts that Bethany put in to defend my family. We could not have done it without Shechtel and Associates.

Barbara
August 30, 2016

Ms. Shechtel and staff are absolutely phenomenal. They always made me feel that I was the most important client. I feel they were always one step ahead to protect me and my best interest. She is very knowledgeable and precise. I highly recommend this firm I was very happy with my settlement. The office is very convenient in the city of Rockville near the courts. Barbara

anonymous
November 5, 2015

Bethany really makes you feel like one of her own. She takes you under her wing and treats you fairly amd honestly. She is very good at what she does amd she uses every bit of her knowledge to help you las if you were family.

Jennifer
September 21, 2015

Ms. Shechtel is a passionate and intelligent individual whom is very knowledgeable in domestic matters. Trustworthy and easy to feel comfortable to work with. I would absolutely rather be on her side of the table.

Steve
August 28, 2015

I would highly recommend Bethany and Shechtel & Associates for their superior work ethics. They are very friendly as well as knowledgeable when it came to dealing with my personal case. Bethany had my best interests in mind and helped guide me and advise me throughout the entire process. I cannot speak highly enough about Bethany and the firm she is a part of.