Geoffrey S. Platnick

Geoffrey S. Platnick is the managing partner at Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield, P.C., focusing exclusively on family law in Maryland and the District of Columbia. He is committed to helping clients achieve their goals by creating strategies tailored to their unique situations. Geoff’s approach combines negotiation, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution to reach successful outcomes efficiently while minimizing emotional and financial stress. His clients rely on his expertise in divorce, custody, child support, alimony, property division, and business valuation.

Geoffrey earned his J.D. from the University of Buffalo Law School in 2002 and a B.A. from West Virginia University in 1991. This strong academic foundation prepared him for a career dedicated to family law, where he leverages his legal knowledge to guide clients through complex issues.

Geoffrey began his legal career as an Assistant Attorney General in the District of Columbia, handling child support cases. In 2005, he moved into private practice, focusing solely on family law. Over the years, he has litigated numerous cases at prominent firms, including Shulman Rogers, and regularly represents clients in contested and uncontested matters across Maryland and D.C. His courtroom experience strengthens his negotiation skills, allowing him to secure favorable settlements whenever possible.

Geoffrey is certified in family law mediation and Collaborative Divorce, helping families resolve disputes amicably in addition to litigation. He also serves as a Best Interest Attorney, representing children in custody cases, which highlights his commitment to protecting vulnerable family members. His clients, often involved in business or family enterprises, praise his strategic thinking, subject-matter knowledge, and ability to navigate complex family-law challenges.

Geoffrey S. Platnick has earned recognition for his professionalism, courtroom skills, and dedication to clients throughout his career. By combining tactical expertise with practical solutions, he ensures that clients receive knowledgeable guidance and achieve the best possible outcomes in family law matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield, P.C.
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association, Family Law Section
• Member, Montgomery County Bar Association
• Member, Montgomery County Divorce Roundtable
• Member, Maryland Collaborative Law Association
• Member, Montgomery County Collaborative Law Association

Licensed State

• Maryland
• District of Columbia

Education

• University of Buffalo Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• West Virginia University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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