“He consistently exceeded my expectations from the first meeting to the settlement and custody arrangements he secured on my behalf,” are the words clients most often say when asked to describe their experience with Geoffrey Platnick, a Shareholder of Shulman Rogers, who has been recognized by Martindale Hubbell (Preeminent AV Rating, the highest ranking), Bethesda Magazine, AVVO, Super Lawyers and scores of clients throughout Maryland and the District of Columbia for his divorce, custody and family law practice. A senior executive with a national media company recalls, “I knew Geoff and his team were the right choice from the first meeting. He asked me to come in and talk. He assured me that at the end of our first meeting, I would have a clear understanding of the process, the gains and risks involved, as well as providing me the plan to get me through this ordeal with my dignity, assets and, most of all, continued access and custody of my children intact. During that initial meeting, I sat with Geoff and another experienced family lawyer for more than two hours and I received exactly what Geoff said he would deliver—a clear plan. However, the best part was he only charged me for the one hour he told me it would cost and not the nearly five hours of lawyer time it took to get me the understanding and comfort level I needed to protect my family and assets.” A banking executive in the DC Metropolitan area says, “Geoff is the best of the best. I interviewed several top lawyers for my difficult divorce. Geoff came highly recommended from multiple sources, and I realized why soon after he took my case. Geoff exhibited superior knowledge, had impeccable courtroom presence and took excellent care of me throughout my divorce process. In addition, he truly cares about his clients and works diligently to ensure they receive a great outcome, which I certainly did. I could not have asked for better representation.” Geoff hits the ground running from the first meeting with a prospective client. One client writing a glowing review on AVVO said, “[w]hen I realized that my divorce was inevitable, I interviewed about 20 attorneys. In talking with them, many seemed angrier than I was…. When I interviewed Geoff, his approach was strikingly different. He started by focusing on where we were (the ex had been planning the divorce for months before I clued in so we were way behind and in a bad spot). Next, he asked me to make some tough choices and to be certain that those answers were what I really wanted. Once we were sure, he laid out an intelligent strategy, focusing on when to fight and when to compromise. At the end of the process, we didn’t get everything, but [Geoff] delivered on everything that I said mattered for my family and me.” Clients rely on Geoff to assess their specific family circumstances and goals, and then formulate and execute a winning strategy to achieve a desirable outcome for them and their families. “I was very concerned that the time I spent building my career in the tech sector would hurt my chances of getting the equal custody arrangements I wanted and the time I knew my children needed with their mother. Geoff and his team outlined and delivered exactly what I needed to do to get the court to let me continue raising my kids and flourishing in my career.” Geoff’s areas of practice include all aspects of complex family law matters, including divorce and complex custody litigation, child support, business valuation, property division and alimony issues. His clients involved in large business sectors, partnerships, the legal field and family owned businesses routinely cite “…the strategy, tactics, subject matter knowledge and understanding of the details of my business…” he and his team employ to successfully represent their client’s individual interests in property distributions and business valuation awards are second to none. A prominent federal government finance executive notes “[m]y divorce was a long, difficult, contentious mess. Geoff guided me through the whole process, though, answering every question and tirelessly advocating for me. There were so many twists and turns, but Geoff knew how to handle every situation. His strategic thinking and compassion were the keys to the success of my case. But he was more than just my attorney. Somewhere along the way, Geoff became a friend. He was always genuinely concerned for me on a personal level and took the time, aside from discussing my case, to just listen and help me cope with everything. I couldn't have found a better person to help get me through the last two years.” Geoff is a true problem-solver. According to a client reviewing him on Martindale, “Geoff is a very empathetic and diligent person and attorney. His tact in suggesting acceptable solutions to emotionally charged situations and sensitivity to child issues is truly exemplary. I am truly grateful to him"
