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Crystal S. Gaines

Associate

Crystal Gaines is a dedicated family law attorney with over seven years of experience representing clients across a broad range of family legal matters, including divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, paternity actions, and the negotiation of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

Crystal approaches each case with a client-centered mindset, guiding individuals and families through some of life’s most emotionally charged and legally complex transitions. Whether in the courtroom or at the negotiating table, she is committed to providing her clients with clarity, strategic direction, and unwavering advocacy.​ Crystal is an aggressive advocate when protecting her clients’ best interests. Her approach strikes a balance between compassion and strategy, and honesty and advocacy, ensuring that her clients are supported at every step.

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Education & Experience

Admissions

Education

District of Columbia

Maryland

U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland

United States Supreme Court

J.D., University of Baltimore School of Law

M.A., Criminal Justice, Norfolk State University

B.A., Sociology, Norfolk State University

Memberships

Experience Highlights

J. Franklyn Bourne Bar Association

Maryland State Bar Association

Family Law Attorney Supervisor, District of Columbia Courts

Trial Attorney, Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia

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