A Boutique Family Law Firm serving clients in Maryland

With nearly 40 years of combined litigation experience, the attorneys at Rea | Ripley have successfully handled a wide range of complex and high-conflict cases across nearly every court in Maryland. Our expertise encompasses intricate financial matters involving accounting and business valuation experts, challenging custody disputes, and complicated property issues, including business ownership and executive compensation plans.

REA | RIPLEY LAW is a boutique law practice located in Towson, Maryland with offices also in Annapolis, Maryland.  Our experienced attorneys are prepared and passionate about providing the level of advocacy your case requires.  We dedicate the necessary time and attention to advocate for the optimal solution tailored to your needs. While we excel as assertive litigators in family court, we also specialize in resolving disputes through mediation, with a compassionate approach. 

Litigating disputes in court can be financially and emotionally taxing. As certified mediators, our attorneys believe that alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation and settlement negotiations, can be an attractive alternative to litigation for you and your family as they empower you to regain control over your life while minimizing the stress and financial strain of litigation.

Nevertheless, we understand that litigation becomes necessary in certain situations. Navigating the legal system can be challenging, especially when dealing with the emotions and trauma of a divorce or custody dispute. With nearly 40 years of combined litigation experience, the attorneys at Rea | Ripley have successfully handled a wide range of complex and high-conflict cases across nearly every court in Maryland. Our expertise encompasses intricate financial matters involving accounting and business valuation experts, challenging custody disputes, and complicated property issues, including business ownership and executive compensation plans.

Rea | Ripley Law serves clients across all Maryland counties.

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  • My attorney, Kristine Rea, did an excellent job representing me and helping protect my rights as a father. She adeptly navigated a complicated restricted stock unit issue and identified the appropriate expert to assist with reaching an equitable resolution. I highly recommend Kristine and her team.

    - M.U.

  • Rebecca Ripley is an exceptional attorney who balances empathy for her clients that are going through tough times, with strength for the defense of their rights. She supported me through every step of the very difficult process by providing honest assessments of potential outcomes, so I could make a fully informed decision. I will always, recommend Rebecca to anyone I know who needs impeccable legal support.

    - M.L.

  • Kristine is absolutely fabulous. Divorce is horrible, but she made it so much more bearable with her compassion, knowledge and tenacity. I felt like her only client because she was so responsive to my questions and concerns. I have recommended her to multiple friends and will continue to do so.

    - K.W.

  • I discovered Ms. Ripley while researching a number of firms to assist with my divorce. Throughout that process she demonstrated an incredible ability to listen to my thoughts, hopes, and fears, while providing solid counsel for myself and two sons. As a father of two boys filing for divorce I was tremendously concerned about my future. Ms. Ripley’s ability to break down and translate the law for my understanding eased my fears. She provided me with realistic expectations of the divorce and custody processes, which in turn allowed me to best plan for my future. Filing for divorce as a federal employee with a security clearance was terrifying. I didn’t know what the future would hold or how my personal and professional lives would be impacted. Ms. Ripley’s intimate knowledge of federal regulations allowed my divorce to proceed smoothly and afforded a sense of calm throughout my case.

    - D.L.

  • I've been pleased with Kristine's representation over the last 10 years–that's how crazy my divorce has been. During this time she won custody of my children in the face of many false DV allegations, won a permanent injunction against my ex-wife approaching me, the children, or the school during my custody time, prevailed defending against my ex-wife's appeal to the Court of Special Appeals on six issues, and several post-divorce modifications and follow-up issues that all required litigation. Throughout, Kristine has been patient, caring, and always takes the time to explain the complicated legal concepts at issue. I wholeheartedly recommend her.

    - S.N.

  • I found Ms. Ripley when I was at a complete loss of direction with respect to divorce from my wife, and issues of paternity and custody of my daughter. To say that Ms. Ripley turned things around would be an understatement. Her experience and insight into my situation was absolutely perfect; I achieved what I was hoping for with her help. Ms. Ripley knew how to execute on a well thought out strategy, so everything was extremely smooth for me. I wholeheartedly recommend Ms. Ripley because of her expertise, professionalism, and dedication to my case.

    - N.B.