DC and MD Matrimonial Lawyer Focusing on Custody, Divorce and Prenups
For over 20 years, Regina A. DeMeo has been helping families in MD and DC with custody and divorce issues either through mediation, litigation or advocacy. She is an alumna of Georgetown University and GW University Law School, who is nationally recognized as a top matrimonial attorney. She is frequently quoted in the media for her ideas to promote healthier relationships and featured in the Washington Post, ABA Journal and Bethesda Magazine for her care and commitment to her clients. As a legal commentator, she has appeared on Washington Post Express Facebook Live, ABC tv, Good Morning America, MMCTV, YouTube and Sirius XM, and has been quoted in various magazines, books and journals across the country.
Regina offers appointments in Maryland and DC. Her areas of practice include:
Latest Blog Posts by GenXSmartie
Now That The Kids Are Gone, What’s Next?
According to the 2020 Census, there are 22.5 million empty-nesters over age 50 in the U.S. and the odds are 1 in 4 couples will divorce now that the kids are out of the house. For some, this may come as a surprise but for most, the marriage was over years ago, however they did their best to keep it together at least until the kids launched. Either way, it is important to realize that for everyone involved, this is a very sensitive time of transition where everyone will question their new roles. Those couples that choose to end their marriage and embark in a "gray divorce" may think that the process will be less complicated without having to tackle the issues of child support and custody, however, there still remain difficult discussions surrounding the division of assets and potentially spousal support when there is a disparity in incomes. Experienced attorneys are needed to help navigate these complex negotiations, and individual counseling is key to managing expectations and all the emotions associated with the loss of your marriage and creation of a new life. Even those couples that opt to stay together now that the kids have launched may benefit from some couples counseling as they start a new phase of their relationship. As household responsibilities and demands on [...]
Can You Be The Bigger Person?
It's not easy to take the high road, but it does pay off. Trust me, I have now spent half my life helping families in conflict navigate our court system in our nation's capital. After more than two decades of working on highly complex family law cases, I have come to accept that it is very difficult to change someone's perception of reality, especially if they don't want to see another point of view. Rather than argue with someone intransigent, you need to find a different path forward that allows you to preserve your dignity and integrity. In court, every email, text, or other written exchange between two parties can be introduced as evidence, so I always encourage people (even without litigation pending) to filter what they write. Before you hit send, ask yourself: would you be okay having that message read out loud in an open courtroom? If the answer is no, then don't send it. Wait until you are calmer, maybe ask a friend to help you edit your message, and try your best to keep it simple and polite. When dealing with someone that has a mental health issue, especially a personality disorder, you cannot expect rational behavior from someone that is irrational. Less is best in these situations, so keep your messages brief and be [...]
Regina DeMeo Named in the new 2023 Best Lawyers in America Award for Family Law
I am grateful to be named one of the 2023 Best Lawyers in America for Family Law! View the Best Lawyers website. Read the full Associated Press News article.
What’s On Your Bucket List?
This year, many of my fellow GenX friends are celebrating a milestone birthday, and it's been super interesting to see how each one has decided to commemorate half a century here on Earth. We've all been talking about our bucket list items, and as we compare notes, I realize that it is these shared dreams and aspirations that truly inspire us and deepen our bonds of friendship. At this age, no one really cares what we all do for work, as long as it makes us happy and allows us to cover our basic needs. Those that never married or had kids (which is at least 20% of the population) can now relate more with those of us that are recent empty nesters, who are enjoying a new-found freedom that simply wasn't possible for almost two decades. Despite the fact that these are incredibly uncertain times, there is almost a fundamental need among us to find a way to make the most of the time that remains available to us. Here are my top 30 activities for you to consider adding to your bucket-list: Tour North America and Europe, including France, Spain and Italy Visit Iceland, and make sure to do the Golden Circle tour as well as stop at the Blue Lagoon Take a helicopter tour, particularly over [...]