Kenneth Ethan Kellner, Family Law Attorney in Silver Spring, Maryland
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Family Law, General, and Government
U.S. Dept. of Justice
Silver Spring, MD
Practicing family law in Silver Spring since 1988.
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Kenneth Ethan Kellner is an u.s. dept. of justice based in Silver Spring, MD. The practice focuses on Family Law, General, and Government. Kenneth has over 38 years of legal experience.
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- Silver Spring, MD
- Experience
- over 38 years
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- Family Law · General · Government
- Handles Family Law, General, and Government matters from Silver Spring, MD.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kenneth Ethan Kellner: Kenneth Ethan Kellner is an u.s. dept. of justice based in Silver Spring, MD. The practice focuses on Family Law, General, and Government. Kenneth has over 38 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kenneth takes on
Kenneth concentrates on family law, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law
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Family Law cases in Silver Spring, Maryland
Kenneth takes family law matters in Silver Spring, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
General cases in Silver Spring, Maryland
Kenneth takes general matters in Silver Spring, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Silver Spring, Maryland
Kenneth takes government matters in Silver Spring, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kenneth Ethan Kellner — family law lawyer in Silver Spring
Kenneth Ethan Kellner is an u.s. dept. of justice based in Silver Spring, MD. The practice focuses on Family Law, General, and Government. Kenneth has over 38 years of legal experience.
Mr. Kenneth Ethan Kellner is a lawyer practicing family law, legislative affairs, ethics and 3 other areas of law. Kenneth received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Kenneth practices in Silver Spring, MD.
Working with Kenneth on a family law matter
Mr. Kenneth Ethan Kellner is a lawyer practicing family law, legislative affairs, ethics and 3 other areas of law. Kenneth received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Kenneth practices in Silver Spring, MD.
Who Kenneth represents
Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law, general, and government matters in Silver Spring and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Emory University
J.D. · 1988
Cornell University
B.S. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Kenneth's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1989 · ACTIVE
Georgia (Inactive)
1988 · ACTIVE
Kenneth studied at J.D. in Emory University and B.S. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Kenneth completed J.D. in Emory University and B.S. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kenneth Ethan Kellner's office in Silver Spring
Kenneth's primary office is at 1223 Pinecrest Cir, Silver Spring, MD, 20910-1627. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kenneth Ethan Kellner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kenneth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kenneth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kenneth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Silver Spring, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kenneth
Kenneth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kenneth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kenneth Ethan Kellner
How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kenneth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?
Kenneth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kenneth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kenneth take my case if I'm outside Silver Spring?
Kenneth is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kenneth will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kenneth?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kenneth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kenneth accepting new family law clients right now?
Kenneth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Silver Spring, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland
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