Michael A. Fortini

Michael A. Fortini is a family law attorney identified with the Law Offices of Brandon Bernstein, LLC in Bethesda, Maryland. He represents clients in Montgomery County and surrounding Maryland counties on divorce, custody, child support, alimony, and property division. His work also involves protective and peace orders. He handles matters from initial consultation through resolution, whether the parties reach an agreement or the case must be decided at trial.

Michael earned Juris Doctor from American University Washington College of Law in 2017. His legal training led to work in federal court before he concentrated on family law. That early litigation experience involved civil rights and criminal matters at the trial and appellate levels. It gave him a foundation in case preparation, legal argument, and courtroom procedure that he now applies to disputes affecting families, finances, and children.

Michael previously litigated federal civil rights and criminal cases and later focused his practice on family disputes. His experience includes contested matters involving child custody, support obligations, marital property distribution, and orders protecting individuals from harm. When proceedings concerning a protective order involve related criminal charges, he handles those issues as well. He prepares cases for negotiation or trial and discusses the likely costs and consequences of different legal options with clients.

Michael A. Fortini emphasizes candid evaluations and clear explanations for clients facing unfamiliar court procedures. He reviews how developments in a case affect the available options and the expense of continuing a dispute. His background in civil rights and criminal litigation informs the way he assesses evidence and prepares for hearings. His focus remains on helping clients make practical decisions throughout difficult family law proceedings.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The Law Offices of Brandon Bernstein, LLC
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Maryland

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