Find peace of mind with the legacy you’re living.
About Maryland Legacy Law
I started Maryland Legacy Law to serve my neighbors in Silver Spring, Washington D.C., and throughout central Maryland. I walk alongside families as they have important - and sometimes difficult - conversations about the future. Talking about death and incapacity can be challenging, but we all know that at least one of these things is inevitable. Instead of focusing on death, I like to focus on the opportunities we have right now to live the legacies we want to leave behind - both in the legal planning process and in our daily lives. I practice a “human centered” version of estate planning, not a “stuff centered” version, and I approach this work from a desire to connect with my neighbors and add more good energy to the world.
Meet Jen, Lead Attorney
I’m an attorney licensed to practice in Maryland and D.C., and a seminary-trained pastor-type. Since graduating from Emory Law School and Candler School of Theology, I’ve practiced family law, child advocacy law, and estate planning, both for firms and for legal services organizations. I’ve also served on staff at a church, leading adult classes and working with youth and young adults. I enjoy a well-written statute, almost as much as I enjoy talking with people of all ages about where they find meaning in life.
I’m originally from Downingtown, Pennsylvania, and found my way to Maryland through my college years at the University of Maryland. I volunteer regularly with our wonderful church community, our local elementary school, and with legal non-profits seeking to make legal services ever-more accessible. My great joys these days are adventuring with my spouse, kiddos, coaching herds of children learning to play soccer, and spending time with the extended family we’re lucky enough to have close by. When I’m not working or parenting, I might be gardening, writing, watching Ted Lasso, or in pursuit of cardamom flavored ice cream.
Jen, Jonathan, Lucy (5), and Simon (2)
I’d love to connect and get to know you and your family!
Meet Heather
Legal Assistant
While my background is in the business world, I have always had an interest in law. For over two decades I have loved marketing, strategizing, creating content and designing for a myriad of clients. Earning an MBA has created a foundation and thorough understanding of planning and finances, and building relationships with clients has always been a favorite part of what I do. I am a problem solver at heart.
I enjoy finding adventures with my husband, our 2 children and our giant dog along the East Coast. Gathering with friends, fostering dogs, hiking and road trips are always high on our to-do list.
Jen’s Resume at a glace
Legal work
Juris Doctorate, Emory School of Law (pro bono service award recipient)
Child Advocacy attorney at Maryland Legal Aid
Family law and estate planning attorney for pro bono clients, legal services organizations, and small firms
Ministry work
Masters of Divinity, Candler School of Theology (concentration in ethics and justice)
Director of Youth and Adult Discipleship at Silver Spring United Methodist Church
Curriculum writer for various publications for children, youth, and adults
Fun facts
I wrote a book about spontaneous storytelling with children in 2020
The Sligo Creek trail in southern Montgomery County is one of my favorite places!
I was a music major in undergrad and love playing Viola in the Prince George’s Philharmonic