Aggressive Representation
Exceptional Trial Experience When your freedom and future are at stake, turn to a legal advocate with clear-cut skills and tenacity to protect them.
We assist with all urgent matters including bail reviews, peace & protective order hearings, and emergency hearings.
Call now, we are ready to assist.
410-280-1777
Exceptional Trial Experience When your freedom and future are at stake, turn to a legal advocate with clear-cut skills and tenacity to protect them.
We assist with all urgent matters including bail reviews, peace & protective order hearings, and emergency hearings.
Call now, we are ready to assist.
410-280-1777
Affordable
Quality legal services should be accessible to all. Attorney Kathleen M. Kirchner offers elite representation at affordable rates.
Fierce
Kathleen's aggressive trial style stems from how much she cares about her clients. For relentless support, you can rely on her.
Compassionate
You're under a lot of stress, and understandably so. Kathleen will treat you with the empathy and respect you deserve.
Family Law & Criminal Defense Attorney serving Anne Arundel County, Maryland and surrounding counties
Kathleen M. Kirchner
Attorney at LawBefore becoming a criminal defense lawyer, Kathleen was a prosecutor for Anne Arundel County. Since 2008, Kathleen has been successfully representing persons accused of all level of crimes. In addition, she also offers over 19 of family law experience. No matter the criminal charges or family issues you're facing, you can count on her to seek your best outcome and protect your rights. For sound legal advice tailored to your unique goals and situation, reach out to her Annapolis office today.
Kathleen handles urgent matters including warrant recall requests, bail reviews, peace and protective order hearings, and emergency hearings. Fixed fees are offered for many cases. Know what you'll pay. Call now. We answer the phone 24/7. 410-280-1777
Awarded 2025 “Criminal Law Attorneys Power List" by the Daily Record.
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Awarded "2023 Criminal Law Attorneys Power List" by the Daily Record.
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MSN "Top 12 Leading Lawyers of 2025" .
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Focused Support for All Family Law Matters
Every person is different. Every family is different. So when it comes to resolving family law matters, Kathleen always takes a customized approach. Whether you need an attorney to advocate for you during a divorce, custody battle, or asset division dispute, Kathleen has what it takes to safeguard the future you and your children deserve. Learn how she can help by setting up a free consultation.
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Probation Violation Hearings: Avoiding Jail When the New Arrest Is Still Pending Trial
When someone is placed on probation, they’re often relieved to avoid jail time. Still, that relief can quickly turn into fear after a new arrest. Even before the new charge goes to trial, a probation violation hearing might be scheduled. The stress of possibly going to jail again can feel overwhelming.
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DUI with Injury: Reducing Felony Charges When the “Victim” Was a Passenger Who Grabbed the Wheel
A serious crash can change someone’s life in seconds. When alcohol is involved, the fear multiplies. If a passenger is hurt, the driver could suddenly face felony charges that carry the possibility of prison time. It can feel like the entire situation is being blamed on one person, even when the full story hasn’t been told.
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Post-Decree Relocation Battles: Winning Permission to Move 1,000 Miles Away With the Kids
Few family law issues feel as emotionally loaded as asking a court for permission to move far away with your children after a divorce or custody order is already in place. Parents often struggle with the tension between wanting a better life for their kids and worrying about how the move will affect their relationship with the other parent.
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Reach Out TodayProtecting Your Rights. Defending Your Future.
Any type of criminal conviction carries consequences. If you are facing a criminal charge of any kind, you need a real, aggressive trial attorney who knows the laws, the rules, and everything in between, inside and out. From DUIs and traffic violations to homicide charges and serious drug offenses, Kathleen has handled thousands of cases, many of which have resulted in acquittals or dismissed charges. As a former assistant state’s attorney for Anne Arundel County, she knows exactly how prosecutors build their cases and what is needed to obtain a guilty verdict. Today, she uses this knowledge to defend clients facing a wide range of criminal changes.
Kathleen will fight to protect your rights and future—in the courtroom and beyond. Her services span from challenging traffic tickets to appealing convictions for serious crimes and probation violations. She understands the depth of support her clients need, and she will stop at nothing to secure the outcome that best fits their future goals. For a friendly and fierce trial attorney, look no further than Kathleen M. Kirchner Attorney At Law. Kathleen proudly serves family law and criminal defense clients throughout Anne Arundel County, Maryland, and the surrounding communities, including Queen Anne's County, Calvert County, Prince George's County, Baltimore County and Howard County.