Alexandra Meeks

Alexandra Meeks is a highly skilled attorney with extensive experience in estate planning and family law, dedicated to providing effective legal representation. With over 17 years of practice, she offers compassionate and effective legal representation to clients in Maryland and New York. Alexandra’s expertise enables her to navigate complex family law and estate matters with clarity, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times.

Alexandra earned a B.A. in American Studies from the University of Maryland, where she was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. She went on to earn her J.D. from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in 2007. Her educational background has been foundational in her ability to handle both family law and estate planning cases effectively.

Admitted to the New York Bar in 2008 and the Maryland Bar in 2020, Alexandra has made significant contributions to her field. She currently serves as section counsel for the Maryland State Bar Association’s Elder Law and Disability Rights Section and is an active board member of several local organizations, including the Howard County Women’s Bar Association and the Columbia Housing Center.

Alexandra Meeks is a Certified Collaborative Law attorney and a Qualified Best Interest Attorney, representing children in custody cases. Her professional associations further reflect her dedication to providing exceptional legal services in estate planning and family law, where she works diligently to help families achieve the best possible outcomes. When not practicing law, Alexandra enjoys spending time with her three children and her great Pyrenees mix, Percy. She is also passionate about community involvement and positively impacting her local area.

Law Office Affiliations

• Co-Counsel, Simpson Law, PA
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association, Estate & Trust Law, Elder Law & Disability Rights, and Family Law Sections
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, Howard County Bar Association
• Member, Howard County Women’s Bar Association
• Member, Howard County Estate Planning Council
• Member, Howard County Collaborative Professionals
• Member, New York City Bar Association

Licensed State

• Maryland
• New York

Education

• Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Maryland
  BA in American Studies

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