Of Counsel

Michael DeHaven

md@mgdehavenlaw.com

Family Law

Bar Admissions/Licenses

Maryland

Court Admissions

Background & History

Michael DeHaven has been litigating cases for over 30 years. Michael began his career as an Assistant State’s Attorney, where he gained invaluable experience trying cases before Baltimore County judges & juries. In 1995, Michael entered private practice, primarily representing members of the Maryland State Teachers Association in criminal and civil matters. In 1996, he joined Bodie, Nagle, Dolina, Smith & Hobbs and was the managing partner in 2002 & 2003. Although Michael’s practice at Bodie initially focused on handling multi-million dollar product liability claims, he developed a passion for family law.

Michael understands the emotional and financial impact that protracted litigation (especially divorce litigation) can have on a client, and thus he always tries to negotiate a fair and amicable resolution of family law matters. Michael believes that a divorcing couple should make every effort to decide what is in their child’s best interest and how to equitably distribute their property. To reach a compromise in a divorce case, the parties and their lawyers must focus on the big picture and negotiate in good faith. Michael always adopts that approach, but if the opposing party or attorney is unreasonable, he relies upon his courtroom experience to zealously advocate for his clients.

Education

University of Baltimore, Maryland, 1990
- JD
Frostburg State College, Maryland, 1986
- BS

Speaking Engagements & Panel Participation

A Quick Guide to Family Law and Practice (National Business Institute “NBI”), 2020
Financial Divorce Settlements from Start to Finish (NBI), 2020
Trial Preparation: Objections/hearsay/evidentiary issues that commonly arise, 2020
Guest Lecturer, University of Baltimore School of Law, Advance Certificate in Family Law, 2020
Applying the Rules of Evidence (NBI), 2019
Discovery Tactics for Expert Witnesses. Lecture for Staff Attorneys of the Maryland Legal Aid Bureau, 2019
Social Media, Email & Text Evidence (NBI), 2019
Litigating Civil Cases From Start to Finish (NBI), 2019
Social Media and Other Electronic Data – How to Get it Admitted In Criminal, Family, And Other Civil Cases (Bar Association of Montgomery County), 2018
Internet, Social Media, Smartphone Evidence & More (NBI), 2018
Applying the Rules of Evidence (NBI), 2018
Getting Emails into Evidence and Relevant Case Law (Baltimore County Bar Association “BCBA”), 2017
Advanced Family Law (NBI), 2017
How to Get Your Social Media, Email & Text Evidence Admitted (NBI), 2017
Hearsay, Email, Business Records & Social Media (NBI), 2016
Advanced Issues in Family & Divorce (NBI), 2016
Evidentiary issues that attorneys face when trying to admit social media before the court (BCBA), 2016
How to Get Your Social Media, Email & Text Evidence Admitted (NBI), 2015
Tips for Representing a Client in a Custody Proceeding When There is an Allegation of Abuse or Neglect of a Minor Child (BCBA), 2014

Publications

How to admit social media posts into evidence – Maryland Daily Record

Professional Organizations & Memberships

Awards and Honors

AV Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell
Super Lawyer 2015 – 2021
AVVO 10/10
Managing Partner of Family Law Division voted winner of the Maryland Daily Record Reader Rankings for Best Family Law practice

Client testimonials

I received excellent support! Professional, knowledgeable, pro-active.

Bill P.

Frost & Associates provides excellent legal services. The results provided have always exceeded my expectations.

Rita F.

Client testimonials

The entire team at Frost and Associates are so friendly and very professional. My Tax Attorney, Lauren Mata is one of the best. I have been so impressed with Laruen and her professional service that she has provided my firm. Thank you Lauren Mata!!

Kimberlyn W.

Very responsive and easy to talk. Good results.

Chee K.

Knowledgeable company.

Thomson A.

Provided tax compliance insight to address clients whom may interests in foreign trusts

Martin J.

Client testimonials

The entire team at Frost and Associates are so friendly and very professional. My Tax Attorney, Lauren Mata is one of the best. I have been so impressed with Laruen and her professional service that she has provided my firm. Thank you Lauren Mata!!

Kimberlyn W.

Great Speakers and professional!

Cynthia O.

I had an excellent experience working with Frost Law, especially with Heather Posey. She expertly handled my complex tax situation with exceptional thoroughness, deep expertise, and unwavering professionalism. Heather went above and beyond to make sure I felt supported throughout the entire process, demonstrating true empathy for my concerns. I was impressed by how efficiently she completed my case in a very timely manner. I highly recommend Heather Posey and the entire Frost Law team to anyone seeking knowledgeable, compassionate, and effective assistance with tax issues.

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"Great folks. Mr. Frost and Associates are professional and very knowledgeable. They helped my wife and I out with some outstanding IRS issues with a close family member."

Jeff P.

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Legal jargon clouds judgment. I explain your situation plainly so you can make decisions with full knowledge of what's at stake.

Of Counsel

Michael DeHaven

SCHEDULE A MEETING

Precision

Every detail matters in litigation

The difference between winning and losing often comes down to what you noticed that others missed. I don't overlook anything.

Clarity

You need to understand your options

Legal jargon clouds judgment. I explain your situation plainly so you can make decisions with full knowledge of what's at stake.

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Bar Admissions/Licenses

Maryland

Court Admissions

Background & History

Michael DeHaven has been litigating cases for over 30 years. Michael began his career as an Assistant State’s Attorney, where he gained invaluable experience trying cases before Baltimore County judges & juries. In 1995, Michael entered private practice, primarily representing members of the Maryland State Teachers Association in criminal and civil matters. In 1996, he joined Bodie, Nagle, Dolina, Smith & Hobbs and was the managing partner in 2002 & 2003. Although Michael’s practice at Bodie initially focused on handling multi-million dollar product liability claims, he developed a passion for family law.

Michael understands the emotional and financial impact that protracted litigation (especially divorce litigation) can have on a client, and thus he always tries to negotiate a fair and amicable resolution of family law matters. Michael believes that a divorcing couple should make every effort to decide what is in their child’s best interest and how to equitably distribute their property. To reach a compromise in a divorce case, the parties and their lawyers must focus on the big picture and negotiate in good faith. Michael always adopts that approach, but if the opposing party or attorney is unreasonable, he relies upon his courtroom experience to zealously advocate for his clients.

Education

University of Baltimore, Maryland, 1990
- JD
Frostburg State College, Maryland, 1986
- BS

Speaking Engagements & Panel Participation

A Quick Guide to Family Law and Practice (National Business Institute “NBI”), 2020
Financial Divorce Settlements from Start to Finish (NBI), 2020
Trial Preparation: Objections/hearsay/evidentiary issues that commonly arise, 2020
Guest Lecturer, University of Baltimore School of Law, Advance Certificate in Family Law, 2020
Applying the Rules of Evidence (NBI), 2019
Discovery Tactics for Expert Witnesses. Lecture for Staff Attorneys of the Maryland Legal Aid Bureau, 2019
Social Media, Email & Text Evidence (NBI), 2019
Litigating Civil Cases From Start to Finish (NBI), 2019
Social Media and Other Electronic Data – How to Get it Admitted In Criminal, Family, And Other Civil Cases (Bar Association of Montgomery County), 2018
Internet, Social Media, Smartphone Evidence & More (NBI), 2018
Applying the Rules of Evidence (NBI), 2018
Getting Emails into Evidence and Relevant Case Law (Baltimore County Bar Association “BCBA”), 2017
Advanced Family Law (NBI), 2017
How to Get Your Social Media, Email & Text Evidence Admitted (NBI), 2017
Hearsay, Email, Business Records & Social Media (NBI), 2016
Advanced Issues in Family & Divorce (NBI), 2016
Evidentiary issues that attorneys face when trying to admit social media before the court (BCBA), 2016
How to Get Your Social Media, Email & Text Evidence Admitted (NBI), 2015
Tips for Representing a Client in a Custody Proceeding When There is an Allegation of Abuse or Neglect of a Minor Child (BCBA), 2014

Publications

How to admit social media posts into evidence – Maryland Daily Record

Professional Organizations & Memberships

Awards and Honors

AV Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell
Super Lawyer 2015 – 2021
AVVO 10/10
Managing Partner of Family Law Division voted winner of the Maryland Daily Record Reader Rankings for Best Family Law practice