Wendy Hernandez

Wendy Hernandez, ADR Attorney in Brooklyn, Maryland

Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Alimony, and Animal Law

Principal AttorneyatNY Family Law Firm

Brooklyn, MD

Practicing adr in Brooklyn since 2006.

20+
Years practicing
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Wendy Hernandez is a principal attorney based in Brooklyn, MD. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Animal Law. Wendy has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at NY Family Law Firm.

Based in
Brooklyn, MD
Experience
over 20 years
Known for
ADR · Alimony · Animal Law
  • Handles ADR, Alimony, and Animal Law matters from Brooklyn, MD.
  • Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Wendy Hernandez: Wendy Hernandez is a principal attorney based in Brooklyn, MD. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Animal Law. Wendy has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at NY Family Law Firm.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Wendy Hernandez

Wendy concentrates on adr, alimony, animal law, child custody, and child support. Each area below outlines the kind of case Wendy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Brooklyn, Maryland

Wendy takes adr matters in Brooklyn, 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.

Alimony cases in Brooklyn, Maryland

Wendy takes alimony matters in Brooklyn, 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.

Animal Law cases in Brooklyn, Maryland

Wendy takes animal law matters in Brooklyn, 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.

Child Custody cases in Brooklyn, Maryland

Wendy takes child custody matters in Brooklyn, 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.

Child Support cases in Brooklyn, Maryland

Wendy takes child support matters in Brooklyn, 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Wendy Hernandez — Over 20 years of Maryland adr experience

Wendy Hernandez is a principal attorney based in Brooklyn, MD. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Animal Law. Wendy has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at NY Family Law Firm.

Wendy Hernandez is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, contested and uncontested and 18 other areas of law. Wendy received a B.A. degree from Inter-American University of Puerto Rico in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years. Wendy practices at NY Family Law Firm in Brooklyn, MD.

How Wendy handles adr matters

Wendy Hernandez is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, contested and uncontested and 18 other areas of law. Wendy received a B.A. degree from Inter-American University of Puerto Rico in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years. Wendy practices at NY Family Law Firm in Brooklyn, MD.

Who Wendy represents

Wendy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, alimony, and animal law matters in Brooklyn and the surrounding Maryland area.

Credentials

Wendy Hernandez's legal education and bar admissions

  • Thomas M. Cooley Law School

    J.D. · 2005

  • Inter-American University of Puerto Rico

    B.A. Criminal · 2002

Jurisdictions

Wendy's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2007 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    2007 · ACTIVE

  • New Jersey

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2006 · ACTIVE

Wendy studied at J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. Criminal in Inter-American University of Puerto Rico.

Law school and academic background

Wendy completed J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. Criminal in Inter-American University of Puerto Rico. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Wendy runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Wendy Hernandez's office in Brooklyn

Wendy's primary office is at 147 Prince Street, Brooklyn, MD, 11201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

NY Family Law Firm

147 Prince Street

Brooklyn, MD 11201

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Hiring guide

How to hire Wendy Hernandez — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Wendy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Wendy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wendy'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; Wendy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Brooklyn, Maryland

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Wendy

Wendy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Wendy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Wendy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Wendy Hernandez

  • How much does it cost to hire Wendy for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Wendy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Wendy offer a free consultation?

    Wendy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wendy's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Wendy's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Maryland typically take?

    Simple adr 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. Wendy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Wendy take my case if I'm outside Brooklyn?

    Wendy 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 — Wendy 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 Wendy?

    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. Wendy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Wendy accepting new adr clients right now?

    Wendy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Brooklyn, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland

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