Stuart Skok
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Licensed for 26 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English
About
Stuart Skok is the founding owner of Stuart Skok Law LLC, now licensed in Maryland and Colorado as of 2021. Stuart Skok has expanded her practice to include Colorado family law, with Stuart Skok Law LLC as Of Counsel with Cox, Baker & Page LLC (www.coxbaker.com). Her Maryland practice continues virtually and in person.Principal and owner at Stuart Skok Law, Stuart Knotts Skok handles matters of family law in Maryland and the District of Columbia. As one of the Top 100 Matrimonial and Family Law Attorneys in Maryland listed in The National Advocates: Top 100, Ms. Skok consistently has an Avvo “Superb” rating and has received her Civil and Family Law Mediation Certification and Collaborative Law Training Certification. Her book, Handbook on Separation and Divorce in Maryland, Fourth Edition, is available for sale on Amazon.She earned a Bachelor of Arts in 1991 from the University of Denver before attending West Virginia University College of Law where she obtained her Juris Doctor. Admitted to practice in Maryland and Washington, D.C., and before the U.S. Supreme Court, she is currently a member of the Peer Review Panel for the Attorney Grievance Commission for Maryland. For her high ethical standards and long list of successful results, she holds the highest Peer and Judicial rating possible of AV Preeminent* from Martindale-Hubbell.Ms. Skok has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Women Attorneys in D.C. by Washington Lawyer, the Top 50 Women Attorneys in Maryland by Baltimore magazine, the Top Ten Leaders in Collaborative by Ten Leaders Cooperative and a Top Family Law Attorney by Bethesda Magazine. In 2001, she was given the Commission for Women Dedicated Volunteer Service Award, and is active with organizations that support children with Down Syndrome.With 25 years of experience, Ms. Skok is highly qualified to handle all matters related to divorce, custody, separation, domestic violence, separation and prenuptial agreements, and post-divorce modification and contempt. She is appointed as a Best Interest Attorney by the court and is past-president of the Montgomery County Chapter of the Women’s Bar Association of Maryland, past-President of the Collaborative Divorce Association, Inc., past Co-Chair of the Family Law Section for Montgomery County, Maryland, and past Barrister of the Montgomery County Maryland Inn of Court. Ms. Skok is regularly featured as a top family law attorney and expert in her field by magazines, including Attorney of the Month Magazine which named her Attorney of the Month in January 2018, and The American Lawyer and Corporate Counsel Magazines which named her among the Top Women Leaders in 2019.* AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practices Areas
Child custody
Divorce and separation
Family
Language
English
Contact
Reviews
Staurt and Liza both answered all my questions and was very helpful throughout my entire process. Highly recommend their services.
Look no further if you want to make the best decision of your life. Stuart Skok is a modest genius. She has successfully navigated the divorces of myself and several high-end clientele. She is calming and logical and a great listener. Getting divorced is a difficult time, and she provides sound advice and more importantly has no interest in keeping the divorce going to make money. She has the highest ethics and is well respected in the community.
Stuart was an invaluable advocate for me during what should have been an easier divorce process. She was patient and counseled me on what was best for me in the long run. My ex-spouse is a divorce attorney who made the process more difficult than it had to be. Stuart knew how to massage the situation and create a more harmonious atmosphere. I truly appreciate her assistance during such a difficult time.
Ms. Skok handled my very contentious divorce in 2008. Sadly, I had to return to court for a protracted change in alimony battle. Once again, she was extraordinary. She plowed through the complexities of the financial documents, as well as the nuances of the case with ease. She is graceful and articulate in court, and owns the courtroom. She is always prepared and meticulous in preparation. Her fees are reasonable and far better than her peers. She is cool under fire and an amazing asset/ally to have during the unpleasantness of divorce proceedings. I cannot strongly recommend Ms. Skok highly enough. She is the best in town, and won't leave you penniless while achieving a victory,
Hired Stuart to handle my divorce last year. She did a great job at helping me navigate the process in a way that minimized the drama and animosity that so typically accompany these proceedings. She and her paralegal Liza were knowledgeable, efficient, and I felt like I really got value for the fees. I can't imagine how I would have survived with her.
Ms. Skok provided invaluable advice in resolving my divorce at terms significantly better than I had reasonably hoped.
I can't say enough good things about Stuart. She was professional, thorough, kind, knowledgeable, and a great human being. In dealing with Stuart, I never felt like a number or insignificant, she was personable and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. She is a rockstar!
If you need a lawyer to handle your divorce matters, Stuart Skok would be an excellent choice. I give her my strongest recommendation possible and do so benefiting from the experience of having her represent me. When I began the process to decide what kind of legal representation I wanted, I understood the impact that divorce proceedings can have on all the parties involved. In my research, I became aware of the “Collaborative Divorce” process and was convinced it was the right way to go. Stuart came highly recommended as an expert in this field. After I met with her, it was clear I made the right choice in representation. As we engaged the other side, it was clear that collaboration was the last thing we were going to get. Instead, to quote the judge, they turned it into a “torch the earth” campaign. Having selected Stuart to navigate through a collaborative process, we had to reset and plan for a more combative process. I had not planned for this and Stuart made an unbearable experience manageable. Stuart is the utmost professional. Her knowledge and experience were evident throughout the process. She took the time to explain what we were doing, why we were doing it, and what the implications would be of the outcomes. Her assessments were accurate and helped me keep the process in perspective. On the other side, Stuart was a patient listener. We would discuss different aspects of the case and she would act on either concerns I had, or ideas on how we could proceed. No matter how tedious or significant the item, I knew I could discuss with Stuart and as a result, better understand and appreciate the outcome. During this entire course of action, Stuart remained the consummate professional. When things got ugly, she effectively used facts and law to handle those situations, even when the other side would turn to personal attacks. Her calm demeanor and extensive knowledge rebutted those attacks very effectively. It was important to me that we stay on the high road throughout the process and let the judge make his decision based on facts, regardless of the outcome. Stuart was true to this, and her toughness and thoroughness as a litigator brought the real facts to light in an overwhelming way. The overall result was better than I expected due to Stuart’s effectiveness. If you want to be well represented, have a lawyer that can handle a wide range issues and divorce processes, work with someone that commands respect, someone that is compelling in the court room, and someone that has high standards of ethics and performance, then Stuart Skok is your hands down choice.
When I needed a divorce attorney, my brother (also an attorney) advised me to hire Stuart. He stated she was by far the best divorce attorney, and it turned out he was absolutely correct. We wrapped up all issues with my divorce in Jan 2013. I am so blessed to have had the expertise and legal advice provided to me by Stuart. She guided me through this most difficult period of my life, step by step. She is an extremely professional attorney who is very easy to talk to, and she is able to explain the intricacies of the legal system to those who are not familiar with it. More importantly, she has extensive experience in litigation against all the other divorce attorneys. This was apparent in her amazing ability to “read the mind” of my ex-husbands attorney. She was able to anticipate correctly each and every move his attorney made, and was able to use this skill to my benefit. Thanks to Stuart, I made out remarkably well in my divorce settlement. I thank God Stuart was available to represent me. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
I only met with Ms Skok once a couple years ago. I meant to post a review but just never got around to it. During my divorce, I met with several lawyers to get their take on my situation. Some offered no useful advice. Another one seemed very competent but was clearly trying to steer me toward a drawn out and expensive contest. Only Ms Skok offered me really shrewd, useful advice. I am a small fish. She treated me very well anyway and made a huge difference for me. I recommend her without hesitation. I'm really grateful for our meeting. Worth every last penny and then some.
Staurt and Liza both answered all my questions and was very helpful throughout my entire process. Highly recommend their services.
Look no further if you want to make the best decision of your life. Stuart Skok is a modest genius. She has successfully navigated the divorces of myself and several high-end clientele. She is calming and logical and a great listener. Getting divorced is a difficult time, and she provides sound advice and more importantly has no interest in keeping the divorce going to make money. She has the highest ethics and is well respected in the community.
Stuart was an invaluable advocate for me during what should have been an easier divorce process. She was patient and counseled me on what was best for me in the long run. My ex-spouse is a divorce attorney who made the process more difficult than it had to be. Stuart knew how to massage the situation and create a more harmonious atmosphere. I truly appreciate her assistance during such a difficult time.
Ms. Skok handled my very contentious divorce in 2008. Sadly, I had to return to court for a protracted change in alimony battle. Once again, she was extraordinary. She plowed through the complexities of the financial documents, as well as the nuances of the case with ease. She is graceful and articulate in court, and owns the courtroom. She is always prepared and meticulous in preparation. Her fees are reasonable and far better than her peers. She is cool under fire and an amazing asset/ally to have during the unpleasantness of divorce proceedings. I cannot strongly recommend Ms. Skok highly enough. She is the best in town, and won't leave you penniless while achieving a victory,
Hired Stuart to handle my divorce last year. She did a great job at helping me navigate the process in a way that minimized the drama and animosity that so typically accompany these proceedings. She and her paralegal Liza were knowledgeable, efficient, and I felt like I really got value for the fees. I can't imagine how I would have survived with her.
Ms. Skok provided invaluable advice in resolving my divorce at terms significantly better than I had reasonably hoped.
I can't say enough good things about Stuart. She was professional, thorough, kind, knowledgeable, and a great human being. In dealing with Stuart, I never felt like a number or insignificant, she was personable and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. She is a rockstar!
If you need a lawyer to handle your divorce matters, Stuart Skok would be an excellent choice. I give her my strongest recommendation possible and do so benefiting from the experience of having her represent me. When I began the process to decide what kind of legal representation I wanted, I understood the impact that divorce proceedings can have on all the parties involved. In my research, I became aware of the “Collaborative Divorce” process and was convinced it was the right way to go. Stuart came highly recommended as an expert in this field. After I met with her, it was clear I made the right choice in representation. As we engaged the other side, it was clear that collaboration was the last thing we were going to get. Instead, to quote the judge, they turned it into a “torch the earth” campaign. Having selected Stuart to navigate through a collaborative process, we had to reset and plan for a more combative process. I had not planned for this and Stuart made an unbearable experience manageable. Stuart is the utmost professional. Her knowledge and experience were evident throughout the process. She took the time to explain what we were doing, why we were doing it, and what the implications would be of the outcomes. Her assessments were accurate and helped me keep the process in perspective. On the other side, Stuart was a patient listener. We would discuss different aspects of the case and she would act on either concerns I had, or ideas on how we could proceed. No matter how tedious or significant the item, I knew I could discuss with Stuart and as a result, better understand and appreciate the outcome. During this entire course of action, Stuart remained the consummate professional. When things got ugly, she effectively used facts and law to handle those situations, even when the other side would turn to personal attacks. Her calm demeanor and extensive knowledge rebutted those attacks very effectively. It was important to me that we stay on the high road throughout the process and let the judge make his decision based on facts, regardless of the outcome. Stuart was true to this, and her toughness and thoroughness as a litigator brought the real facts to light in an overwhelming way. The overall result was better than I expected due to Stuart’s effectiveness. If you want to be well represented, have a lawyer that can handle a wide range issues and divorce processes, work with someone that commands respect, someone that is compelling in the court room, and someone that has high standards of ethics and performance, then Stuart Skok is your hands down choice.
When I needed a divorce attorney, my brother (also an attorney) advised me to hire Stuart. He stated she was by far the best divorce attorney, and it turned out he was absolutely correct. We wrapped up all issues with my divorce in Jan 2013. I am so blessed to have had the expertise and legal advice provided to me by Stuart. She guided me through this most difficult period of my life, step by step. She is an extremely professional attorney who is very easy to talk to, and she is able to explain the intricacies of the legal system to those who are not familiar with it. More importantly, she has extensive experience in litigation against all the other divorce attorneys. This was apparent in her amazing ability to “read the mind” of my ex-husbands attorney. She was able to anticipate correctly each and every move his attorney made, and was able to use this skill to my benefit. Thanks to Stuart, I made out remarkably well in my divorce settlement. I thank God Stuart was available to represent me. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
I only met with Ms Skok once a couple years ago. I meant to post a review but just never got around to it. During my divorce, I met with several lawyers to get their take on my situation. Some offered no useful advice. Another one seemed very competent but was clearly trying to steer me toward a drawn out and expensive contest. Only Ms Skok offered me really shrewd, useful advice. I am a small fish. She treated me very well anyway and made a huge difference for me. I recommend her without hesitation. I'm really grateful for our meeting. Worth every last penny and then some.
Staurt and Liza both answered all my questions and was very helpful throughout my entire process. Highly recommend their services.
Look no further if you want to make the best decision of your life. Stuart Skok is a modest genius. She has successfully navigated the divorces of myself and several high-end clientele. She is calming and logical and a great listener. Getting divorced is a difficult time, and she provides sound advice and more importantly has no interest in keeping the divorce going to make money. She has the highest ethics and is well respected in the community.
Stuart was an invaluable advocate for me during what should have been an easier divorce process. She was patient and counseled me on what was best for me in the long run. My ex-spouse is a divorce attorney who made the process more difficult than it had to be. Stuart knew how to massage the situation and create a more harmonious atmosphere. I truly appreciate her assistance during such a difficult time.
Ms. Skok handled my very contentious divorce in 2008. Sadly, I had to return to court for a protracted change in alimony battle. Once again, she was extraordinary. She plowed through the complexities of the financial documents, as well as the nuances of the case with ease. She is graceful and articulate in court, and owns the courtroom. She is always prepared and meticulous in preparation. Her fees are reasonable and far better than her peers. She is cool under fire and an amazing asset/ally to have during the unpleasantness of divorce proceedings. I cannot strongly recommend Ms. Skok highly enough. She is the best in town, and won't leave you penniless while achieving a victory,
Hired Stuart to handle my divorce last year. She did a great job at helping me navigate the process in a way that minimized the drama and animosity that so typically accompany these proceedings. She and her paralegal Liza were knowledgeable, efficient, and I felt like I really got value for the fees. I can't imagine how I would have survived with her.
Ms. Skok provided invaluable advice in resolving my divorce at terms significantly better than I had reasonably hoped.
I can't say enough good things about Stuart. She was professional, thorough, kind, knowledgeable, and a great human being. In dealing with Stuart, I never felt like a number or insignificant, she was personable and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. She is a rockstar!
If you need a lawyer to handle your divorce matters, Stuart Skok would be an excellent choice. I give her my strongest recommendation possible and do so benefiting from the experience of having her represent me. When I began the process to decide what kind of legal representation I wanted, I understood the impact that divorce proceedings can have on all the parties involved. In my research, I became aware of the “Collaborative Divorce” process and was convinced it was the right way to go. Stuart came highly recommended as an expert in this field. After I met with her, it was clear I made the right choice in representation. As we engaged the other side, it was clear that collaboration was the last thing we were going to get. Instead, to quote the judge, they turned it into a “torch the earth” campaign. Having selected Stuart to navigate through a collaborative process, we had to reset and plan for a more combative process. I had not planned for this and Stuart made an unbearable experience manageable. Stuart is the utmost professional. Her knowledge and experience were evident throughout the process. She took the time to explain what we were doing, why we were doing it, and what the implications would be of the outcomes. Her assessments were accurate and helped me keep the process in perspective. On the other side, Stuart was a patient listener. We would discuss different aspects of the case and she would act on either concerns I had, or ideas on how we could proceed. No matter how tedious or significant the item, I knew I could discuss with Stuart and as a result, better understand and appreciate the outcome. During this entire course of action, Stuart remained the consummate professional. When things got ugly, she effectively used facts and law to handle those situations, even when the other side would turn to personal attacks. Her calm demeanor and extensive knowledge rebutted those attacks very effectively. It was important to me that we stay on the high road throughout the process and let the judge make his decision based on facts, regardless of the outcome. Stuart was true to this, and her toughness and thoroughness as a litigator brought the real facts to light in an overwhelming way. The overall result was better than I expected due to Stuart’s effectiveness. If you want to be well represented, have a lawyer that can handle a wide range issues and divorce processes, work with someone that commands respect, someone that is compelling in the court room, and someone that has high standards of ethics and performance, then Stuart Skok is your hands down choice.
When I needed a divorce attorney, my brother (also an attorney) advised me to hire Stuart. He stated she was by far the best divorce attorney, and it turned out he was absolutely correct. We wrapped up all issues with my divorce in Jan 2013. I am so blessed to have had the expertise and legal advice provided to me by Stuart. She guided me through this most difficult period of my life, step by step. She is an extremely professional attorney who is very easy to talk to, and she is able to explain the intricacies of the legal system to those who are not familiar with it. More importantly, she has extensive experience in litigation against all the other divorce attorneys. This was apparent in her amazing ability to “read the mind” of my ex-husbands attorney. She was able to anticipate correctly each and every move his attorney made, and was able to use this skill to my benefit. Thanks to Stuart, I made out remarkably well in my divorce settlement. I thank God Stuart was available to represent me. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
I only met with Ms Skok once a couple years ago. I meant to post a review but just never got around to it. During my divorce, I met with several lawyers to get their take on my situation. Some offered no useful advice. Another one seemed very competent but was clearly trying to steer me toward a drawn out and expensive contest. Only Ms Skok offered me really shrewd, useful advice. I am a small fish. She treated me very well anyway and made a huge difference for me. I recommend her without hesitation. I'm really grateful for our meeting. Worth every last penny and then some.
Staurt and Liza both answered all my questions and was very helpful throughout my entire process. Highly recommend their services.
Look no further if you want to make the best decision of your life. Stuart Skok is a modest genius. She has successfully navigated the divorces of myself and several high-end clientele. She is calming and logical and a great listener. Getting divorced is a difficult time, and she provides sound advice and more importantly has no interest in keeping the divorce going to make money. She has the highest ethics and is well respected in the community.
Stuart was an invaluable advocate for me during what should have been an easier divorce process. She was patient and counseled me on what was best for me in the long run. My ex-spouse is a divorce attorney who made the process more difficult than it had to be. Stuart knew how to massage the situation and create a more harmonious atmosphere. I truly appreciate her assistance during such a difficult time.
Ms. Skok handled my very contentious divorce in 2008. Sadly, I had to return to court for a protracted change in alimony battle. Once again, she was extraordinary. She plowed through the complexities of the financial documents, as well as the nuances of the case with ease. She is graceful and articulate in court, and owns the courtroom. She is always prepared and meticulous in preparation. Her fees are reasonable and far better than her peers. She is cool under fire and an amazing asset/ally to have during the unpleasantness of divorce proceedings. I cannot strongly recommend Ms. Skok highly enough. She is the best in town, and won't leave you penniless while achieving a victory,
Hired Stuart to handle my divorce last year. She did a great job at helping me navigate the process in a way that minimized the drama and animosity that so typically accompany these proceedings. She and her paralegal Liza were knowledgeable, efficient, and I felt like I really got value for the fees. I can't imagine how I would have survived with her.
Ms. Skok provided invaluable advice in resolving my divorce at terms significantly better than I had reasonably hoped.
I can't say enough good things about Stuart. She was professional, thorough, kind, knowledgeable, and a great human being. In dealing with Stuart, I never felt like a number or insignificant, she was personable and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. She is a rockstar!
If you need a lawyer to handle your divorce matters, Stuart Skok would be an excellent choice. I give her my strongest recommendation possible and do so benefiting from the experience of having her represent me. When I began the process to decide what kind of legal representation I wanted, I understood the impact that divorce proceedings can have on all the parties involved. In my research, I became aware of the “Collaborative Divorce” process and was convinced it was the right way to go. Stuart came highly recommended as an expert in this field. After I met with her, it was clear I made the right choice in representation. As we engaged the other side, it was clear that collaboration was the last thing we were going to get. Instead, to quote the judge, they turned it into a “torch the earth” campaign. Having selected Stuart to navigate through a collaborative process, we had to reset and plan for a more combative process. I had not planned for this and Stuart made an unbearable experience manageable. Stuart is the utmost professional. Her knowledge and experience were evident throughout the process. She took the time to explain what we were doing, why we were doing it, and what the implications would be of the outcomes. Her assessments were accurate and helped me keep the process in perspective. On the other side, Stuart was a patient listener. We would discuss different aspects of the case and she would act on either concerns I had, or ideas on how we could proceed. No matter how tedious or significant the item, I knew I could discuss with Stuart and as a result, better understand and appreciate the outcome. During this entire course of action, Stuart remained the consummate professional. When things got ugly, she effectively used facts and law to handle those situations, even when the other side would turn to personal attacks. Her calm demeanor and extensive knowledge rebutted those attacks very effectively. It was important to me that we stay on the high road throughout the process and let the judge make his decision based on facts, regardless of the outcome. Stuart was true to this, and her toughness and thoroughness as a litigator brought the real facts to light in an overwhelming way. The overall result was better than I expected due to Stuart’s effectiveness. If you want to be well represented, have a lawyer that can handle a wide range issues and divorce processes, work with someone that commands respect, someone that is compelling in the court room, and someone that has high standards of ethics and performance, then Stuart Skok is your hands down choice.
When I needed a divorce attorney, my brother (also an attorney) advised me to hire Stuart. He stated she was by far the best divorce attorney, and it turned out he was absolutely correct. We wrapped up all issues with my divorce in Jan 2013. I am so blessed to have had the expertise and legal advice provided to me by Stuart. She guided me through this most difficult period of my life, step by step. She is an extremely professional attorney who is very easy to talk to, and she is able to explain the intricacies of the legal system to those who are not familiar with it. More importantly, she has extensive experience in litigation against all the other divorce attorneys. This was apparent in her amazing ability to “read the mind” of my ex-husbands attorney. She was able to anticipate correctly each and every move his attorney made, and was able to use this skill to my benefit. Thanks to Stuart, I made out remarkably well in my divorce settlement. I thank God Stuart was available to represent me. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
I only met with Ms Skok once a couple years ago. I meant to post a review but just never got around to it. During my divorce, I met with several lawyers to get their take on my situation. Some offered no useful advice. Another one seemed very competent but was clearly trying to steer me toward a drawn out and expensive contest. Only Ms Skok offered me really shrewd, useful advice. I am a small fish. She treated me very well anyway and made a huge difference for me. I recommend her without hesitation. I'm really grateful for our meeting. Worth every last penny and then some.